About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 25
▸ Crush Injuries 8
▸ Severe Bleeding 12
▸ Severe Lacerations 4
▸ Concussion 26
▸ Whiplash 61
▸ Contusion/Bruise 172
▸ Abrasion 152
▸ Pain/Nausea 44
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Precinct 66
- 2011 BMW Utility Vehicle (FA50564) – 47 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray Me/Be Suburban (544CGA) – 31 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 Black Land Rover Suburban (KWT7091) – 28 times • 6 in last 90d here
- 2023 Gray BMW Suburban (LAX7392) – 26 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Jeep Spor (L62UBR) – 25 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Precinct 66: Afternoons turn bloody, nights don’t forgive
Precinct 66: Jan 1, 2022 - Dec 11, 2025
Just before dusk on Dec 5, at 9 Avenue and 50 Street, a driver in an SUV hit a 33-year-old in the crosswalk. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. NYC Open Data
This Week
- Dec 3 at 18 Avenue and 59 Street: a driver making a left in a sedan hit a 74-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. NYC Open Data
- Dec 2 near 948 50 Street: a driver in a sedan hit a 13-year-old boy not at an intersection. NYC Open Data
- Nov 30 on Coney Island Avenue near 1312: a driver hit an 82-year-old man crossing midblock; he suffered severe lacerations. NYC Open Data
The toll here is not a headline; it’s a count
Since 2022, Precinct 66 has recorded 26 deaths and 3,244 injuries in 5,333 crashes. NYC Open Data
People walking paid the highest price: 13 pedestrians killed and 864 injured. People on bikes: 4 killed and 543 injured. NYC Open Data
SUV drivers are tied to the most harm to people on foot here: 364 pedestrian injuries and deaths, compared with 275 for sedans. Trucks are linked to 34. NYC Open Data
When the streets go lethal
Deaths stack up in the afternoon and evening, peaking around 3 PM, 6 PM, 9 PM, and 10 PM. NYC Open Data
Police reports often list driver behaviors we can fix. Failure to yield shows up in this week’s crash. Distraction appears again and again in fatal records. NYC Open Data
At Coney Island Avenue and Ditmas Avenue, a 16-year-old on an e-bike was killed when a box truck driver turned right. That was Aug 19, 2024. NYC Open Data (Crash 4749410)
Corners that keep breaking people
Fort Hamilton Parkway leads this precinct’s pain, with four deaths recorded along it. Caton Avenue follows with three. Ocean Parkway is another deep wound. NYC Open Data
These are places the 66th Precinct and DOT can work now: daylighting, hardened turns, and leading pedestrian intervals at wide crossings; center-line hardening and protected space where people bike. Targeted enforcement at these corners in the hours when the killing spikes. NYC Open Data
“Why can’t our officials prevent this kind of predictable incident?” Streetsblog NYC
The policy levers are on the table
City Hall has the power to lower speeds. Albany already passed Sammy’s Law. The city can set safer limits on local streets. Our neighbors below Canal Street are seeing 20 MPH zones roll out; the rest of us need that urgency. NYC DOT/Recent Policy History
State lawmakers also have a bill aimed at the worst repeat offenders. The Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045C/A2299C) would require speed limiters for drivers who rack up violations. Details and a script are on our Take Action page.
Your local officials for this area are Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assembly Member Robert Carroll, and State Senator Steve Chan. Have they pushed these measures? What gives?
Do the simple things first
- Fix the known corners: Fort Hamilton Parkway, Caton Avenue, Ocean Parkway. Harden them. Give people walking the head start. Enforce yielding in the peak hours. NYC Open Data
- Lower the default speed where people live and cross. Roll 20 MPH to residential streets. Take Action
- Stop the repeat offenders. Pass speed limiters for superspeeders. Take Action
One man went down at 9th and 50th at dusk. There will be another dusk. Do the work now. NYC Open Data
Frequently Asked Questions
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▸ How were these numbers calculated?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-12-11
- A Car Driver Ripped Off a Woman’s Leg in Broad Daylight, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-12-10
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Robert Carroll
District 44
Council Member Alexa Avilés
District 38
State Senator Steve Chan
District 17
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 66 Police Precinct 66 sits in Brooklyn, District 38, AD 44, SD 17.
It contains Brooklyn CB12, Sunset Park (East)-Borough Park (West), Borough Park, Kensington, Mapleton-Midwood (West).
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 66
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NYPD cop killed in fiery BQE hit-and-run survived earlier motorcycle crash: friend▸
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NYPD cop killed in fiery BQE hit-and-run survived earlier motorcycle crash: friend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-31
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SUV turns into cyclist on 60th▸Aug 28 - A Ford SUV turned right on 60th and struck a cyclist on 11th Avenue. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. The SUV kept its line; the bike did not stand a chance. Distraction led. Flesh met steel. Brooklyn bled again.
A Ford SUV making a right turn on 60 St at 11 Ave in Brooklyn hit a bicyclist who was traveling straight. The cyclist was injured and conscious, with arm injuries noted. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The SUV’s pre-crash action was “Making Right Turn,” and impact was at the right front bumper. The bike’s pre-crash action was “Going Straight Ahead.” These details point to driver error and turning into a cyclist’s path. The cyclist had “None” listed for safety equipment, which follows the driver’s distraction in the chain of listed factors.
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SUV hits parked SUV on Ocean Parkway▸Aug 16 - Southbound SUV struck a parked SUV on Ocean Parkway. Night air. Metal screamed. Two men listed injured. Police cite alcohol involvement. Parked car took the blow. Streets don’t forgive.
According to the police report, a southbound Nissan SUV going straight struck a parked Toyota SUV at 1501 Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn at 10:30 p.m. Two male occupants were recorded with injuries; one driver was in shock. The report lists Alcohol Involvement as a contributing factor. Driver errors include striking a parked vehicle, consistent with impairment. No pedestrian or cyclist was reported hurt, but the impact damaged the Toyota’s left-side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the victims. The data does not list helmet or signal issues. The scene shows how a parked car became the target when a driver traveled south and collided instead of clearing the lane.
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Cyclist Ejected on 13th Avenue Northbound▸Aug 12 - A northbound cyclist on 13th Avenue was struck and ejected. He lost consciousness, suffered a back injury and minor bleeding. Police list unspecified contributing factors and record no cited driver violations in the report.
A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 13th Avenue was injured and ejected. He lost consciousness, suffered a back injury and had minor bleeding. According to the police report, the cyclist’s bike had a center-front impact and right-front damage while going straight ahead. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any driver or vehicle for Failure to Yield, Unsafe Speed, or Distraction. The record shows an additional unspecified vehicle with no details. Safety equipment is listed as None, and the report does not attribute that to the cause.
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Two mopeds collide on 9th Avenue▸Aug 11 - Two mopeds slammed together by 4123 9th Ave in Brooklyn. Both riders thrown. Both hurt. Head and leg trauma. Sirens in the night. Streets took the hit. Flesh paid the price.
Two mopeds collided near 4123 9th Avenue in Brooklyn. Both riders were ejected and injured. One suffered head trauma; the other had crush injuries to the leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were mopeds, each with front‑end damage, with one traveling straight northeast and the other listed as “Other*.” The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified.” No driver errors were recorded beyond that. The crash shows how small bodies lose to speed and steel, even without cars in the frame.
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Driver Merging SUV Kills Pedestrian on Ocean Parkway▸Aug 9 - A southbound SUV hit a 45-year-old woman crossing Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. She suffered fatal head and crush injuries and was found unconscious. The driver was merging. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
A 45-year-old woman was killed after a southbound SUV hit her while she crossed Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she suffered head injuries, was found unconscious, and had crush wounds. The driver was merging at the time. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and do not record a specific driver error. The SUV took center-front-end damage. The report records the pedestrian as not at an intersection and crossing; the driver was licensed and the sole occupant in the vehicle.
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Driver Crashes Kia SUV on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 8 - Southbound driver crashed on McDonald Avenue. Center-front hit. A 37-year-old man suffered a chest abrasion. Two infants listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked contributing factors as Unspecified.
A southbound driver in a 2025 Kia SUV crashed at 1238 McDonald Avenue in Brooklyn at 1:57 a.m. The impact and damage were to the center front end. According to the police report, the vehicle was going straight before the crash. The driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest abrasion. Two infant occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and recorded no driver errors. No other vehicles were listed in the report.
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U-Turning Driver Hits Northbound Motorcyclist▸Aug 7 - The driver of a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider suffered a leg injury and went into shock. Police listed no driver errors.
A driver in a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered a leg injury and went into shock. The sedan’s driver, a 46-year-old man, was not hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved a U-turn by the sedan driver and a motorcycle traveling straight north. Police did not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report. The crash was recorded at 12:46 a.m.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Truck and SUV Collide on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 4 - A tractor truck and an SUV collided on McDonald Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. A 62-year-old truck driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified".
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck and a 2024 SUV collided on McDonald Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck was driven south going straight ahead. The SUV was driven south while merging. A 62-year-old male truck driver was injured; police listed neck and internal injuries and recorded him conscious. The SUV driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with impact to the truck's right front quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and does not identify a specific driver error.
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Teen Driver Right Turn Hits Motorcyclist▸Aug 4 - On Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave, a teen driving a sedan turned right into a motorcycle going straight. The rider, 47, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police recorded driver inexperience.
A crash on Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the driver of the sedan made a right turn and hit the motorcycle that was going straight. The rider, a 47-year-old man, suffered a fractured lower leg and a dislocation. Police recorded Driver Inexperience as a contributing factor. The sedan was driven by a 17-year-old with a New York learner permit. Impact was to the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as involved.
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Taxi Ignores Signal and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
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Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
- NYPD cop killed in fiery BQE hit-and-run survived earlier motorcycle crash: friend, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-31
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SUV turns into cyclist on 60th▸Aug 28 - A Ford SUV turned right on 60th and struck a cyclist on 11th Avenue. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. The SUV kept its line; the bike did not stand a chance. Distraction led. Flesh met steel. Brooklyn bled again.
A Ford SUV making a right turn on 60 St at 11 Ave in Brooklyn hit a bicyclist who was traveling straight. The cyclist was injured and conscious, with arm injuries noted. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The SUV’s pre-crash action was “Making Right Turn,” and impact was at the right front bumper. The bike’s pre-crash action was “Going Straight Ahead.” These details point to driver error and turning into a cyclist’s path. The cyclist had “None” listed for safety equipment, which follows the driver’s distraction in the chain of listed factors.
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SUV hits parked SUV on Ocean Parkway▸Aug 16 - Southbound SUV struck a parked SUV on Ocean Parkway. Night air. Metal screamed. Two men listed injured. Police cite alcohol involvement. Parked car took the blow. Streets don’t forgive.
According to the police report, a southbound Nissan SUV going straight struck a parked Toyota SUV at 1501 Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn at 10:30 p.m. Two male occupants were recorded with injuries; one driver was in shock. The report lists Alcohol Involvement as a contributing factor. Driver errors include striking a parked vehicle, consistent with impairment. No pedestrian or cyclist was reported hurt, but the impact damaged the Toyota’s left-side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the victims. The data does not list helmet or signal issues. The scene shows how a parked car became the target when a driver traveled south and collided instead of clearing the lane.
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Cyclist Ejected on 13th Avenue Northbound▸Aug 12 - A northbound cyclist on 13th Avenue was struck and ejected. He lost consciousness, suffered a back injury and minor bleeding. Police list unspecified contributing factors and record no cited driver violations in the report.
A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 13th Avenue was injured and ejected. He lost consciousness, suffered a back injury and had minor bleeding. According to the police report, the cyclist’s bike had a center-front impact and right-front damage while going straight ahead. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any driver or vehicle for Failure to Yield, Unsafe Speed, or Distraction. The record shows an additional unspecified vehicle with no details. Safety equipment is listed as None, and the report does not attribute that to the cause.
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Two mopeds collide on 9th Avenue▸Aug 11 - Two mopeds slammed together by 4123 9th Ave in Brooklyn. Both riders thrown. Both hurt. Head and leg trauma. Sirens in the night. Streets took the hit. Flesh paid the price.
Two mopeds collided near 4123 9th Avenue in Brooklyn. Both riders were ejected and injured. One suffered head trauma; the other had crush injuries to the leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were mopeds, each with front‑end damage, with one traveling straight northeast and the other listed as “Other*.” The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified.” No driver errors were recorded beyond that. The crash shows how small bodies lose to speed and steel, even without cars in the frame.
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Driver Merging SUV Kills Pedestrian on Ocean Parkway▸Aug 9 - A southbound SUV hit a 45-year-old woman crossing Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. She suffered fatal head and crush injuries and was found unconscious. The driver was merging. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
A 45-year-old woman was killed after a southbound SUV hit her while she crossed Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she suffered head injuries, was found unconscious, and had crush wounds. The driver was merging at the time. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and do not record a specific driver error. The SUV took center-front-end damage. The report records the pedestrian as not at an intersection and crossing; the driver was licensed and the sole occupant in the vehicle.
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Driver Crashes Kia SUV on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 8 - Southbound driver crashed on McDonald Avenue. Center-front hit. A 37-year-old man suffered a chest abrasion. Two infants listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked contributing factors as Unspecified.
A southbound driver in a 2025 Kia SUV crashed at 1238 McDonald Avenue in Brooklyn at 1:57 a.m. The impact and damage were to the center front end. According to the police report, the vehicle was going straight before the crash. The driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest abrasion. Two infant occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and recorded no driver errors. No other vehicles were listed in the report.
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U-Turning Driver Hits Northbound Motorcyclist▸Aug 7 - The driver of a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider suffered a leg injury and went into shock. Police listed no driver errors.
A driver in a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered a leg injury and went into shock. The sedan’s driver, a 46-year-old man, was not hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved a U-turn by the sedan driver and a motorcycle traveling straight north. Police did not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report. The crash was recorded at 12:46 a.m.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Truck and SUV Collide on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 4 - A tractor truck and an SUV collided on McDonald Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. A 62-year-old truck driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified".
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck and a 2024 SUV collided on McDonald Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck was driven south going straight ahead. The SUV was driven south while merging. A 62-year-old male truck driver was injured; police listed neck and internal injuries and recorded him conscious. The SUV driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with impact to the truck's right front quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and does not identify a specific driver error.
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Teen Driver Right Turn Hits Motorcyclist▸Aug 4 - On Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave, a teen driving a sedan turned right into a motorcycle going straight. The rider, 47, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police recorded driver inexperience.
A crash on Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the driver of the sedan made a right turn and hit the motorcycle that was going straight. The rider, a 47-year-old man, suffered a fractured lower leg and a dislocation. Police recorded Driver Inexperience as a contributing factor. The sedan was driven by a 17-year-old with a New York learner permit. Impact was to the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as involved.
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Taxi Ignores Signal and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
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Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 28 - A Ford SUV turned right on 60th and struck a cyclist on 11th Avenue. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. The SUV kept its line; the bike did not stand a chance. Distraction led. Flesh met steel. Brooklyn bled again.
A Ford SUV making a right turn on 60 St at 11 Ave in Brooklyn hit a bicyclist who was traveling straight. The cyclist was injured and conscious, with arm injuries noted. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The SUV’s pre-crash action was “Making Right Turn,” and impact was at the right front bumper. The bike’s pre-crash action was “Going Straight Ahead.” These details point to driver error and turning into a cyclist’s path. The cyclist had “None” listed for safety equipment, which follows the driver’s distraction in the chain of listed factors.
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SUV hits parked SUV on Ocean Parkway▸Aug 16 - Southbound SUV struck a parked SUV on Ocean Parkway. Night air. Metal screamed. Two men listed injured. Police cite alcohol involvement. Parked car took the blow. Streets don’t forgive.
According to the police report, a southbound Nissan SUV going straight struck a parked Toyota SUV at 1501 Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn at 10:30 p.m. Two male occupants were recorded with injuries; one driver was in shock. The report lists Alcohol Involvement as a contributing factor. Driver errors include striking a parked vehicle, consistent with impairment. No pedestrian or cyclist was reported hurt, but the impact damaged the Toyota’s left-side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the victims. The data does not list helmet or signal issues. The scene shows how a parked car became the target when a driver traveled south and collided instead of clearing the lane.
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Cyclist Ejected on 13th Avenue Northbound▸Aug 12 - A northbound cyclist on 13th Avenue was struck and ejected. He lost consciousness, suffered a back injury and minor bleeding. Police list unspecified contributing factors and record no cited driver violations in the report.
A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 13th Avenue was injured and ejected. He lost consciousness, suffered a back injury and had minor bleeding. According to the police report, the cyclist’s bike had a center-front impact and right-front damage while going straight ahead. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any driver or vehicle for Failure to Yield, Unsafe Speed, or Distraction. The record shows an additional unspecified vehicle with no details. Safety equipment is listed as None, and the report does not attribute that to the cause.
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Two mopeds collide on 9th Avenue▸Aug 11 - Two mopeds slammed together by 4123 9th Ave in Brooklyn. Both riders thrown. Both hurt. Head and leg trauma. Sirens in the night. Streets took the hit. Flesh paid the price.
Two mopeds collided near 4123 9th Avenue in Brooklyn. Both riders were ejected and injured. One suffered head trauma; the other had crush injuries to the leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were mopeds, each with front‑end damage, with one traveling straight northeast and the other listed as “Other*.” The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified.” No driver errors were recorded beyond that. The crash shows how small bodies lose to speed and steel, even without cars in the frame.
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Driver Merging SUV Kills Pedestrian on Ocean Parkway▸Aug 9 - A southbound SUV hit a 45-year-old woman crossing Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. She suffered fatal head and crush injuries and was found unconscious. The driver was merging. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
A 45-year-old woman was killed after a southbound SUV hit her while she crossed Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she suffered head injuries, was found unconscious, and had crush wounds. The driver was merging at the time. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and do not record a specific driver error. The SUV took center-front-end damage. The report records the pedestrian as not at an intersection and crossing; the driver was licensed and the sole occupant in the vehicle.
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Driver Crashes Kia SUV on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 8 - Southbound driver crashed on McDonald Avenue. Center-front hit. A 37-year-old man suffered a chest abrasion. Two infants listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked contributing factors as Unspecified.
A southbound driver in a 2025 Kia SUV crashed at 1238 McDonald Avenue in Brooklyn at 1:57 a.m. The impact and damage were to the center front end. According to the police report, the vehicle was going straight before the crash. The driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest abrasion. Two infant occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and recorded no driver errors. No other vehicles were listed in the report.
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U-Turning Driver Hits Northbound Motorcyclist▸Aug 7 - The driver of a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider suffered a leg injury and went into shock. Police listed no driver errors.
A driver in a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered a leg injury and went into shock. The sedan’s driver, a 46-year-old man, was not hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved a U-turn by the sedan driver and a motorcycle traveling straight north. Police did not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report. The crash was recorded at 12:46 a.m.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Truck and SUV Collide on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 4 - A tractor truck and an SUV collided on McDonald Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. A 62-year-old truck driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified".
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck and a 2024 SUV collided on McDonald Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck was driven south going straight ahead. The SUV was driven south while merging. A 62-year-old male truck driver was injured; police listed neck and internal injuries and recorded him conscious. The SUV driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with impact to the truck's right front quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and does not identify a specific driver error.
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Teen Driver Right Turn Hits Motorcyclist▸Aug 4 - On Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave, a teen driving a sedan turned right into a motorcycle going straight. The rider, 47, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police recorded driver inexperience.
A crash on Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the driver of the sedan made a right turn and hit the motorcycle that was going straight. The rider, a 47-year-old man, suffered a fractured lower leg and a dislocation. Police recorded Driver Inexperience as a contributing factor. The sedan was driven by a 17-year-old with a New York learner permit. Impact was to the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as involved.
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Taxi Ignores Signal and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
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Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 16 - Southbound SUV struck a parked SUV on Ocean Parkway. Night air. Metal screamed. Two men listed injured. Police cite alcohol involvement. Parked car took the blow. Streets don’t forgive.
According to the police report, a southbound Nissan SUV going straight struck a parked Toyota SUV at 1501 Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn at 10:30 p.m. Two male occupants were recorded with injuries; one driver was in shock. The report lists Alcohol Involvement as a contributing factor. Driver errors include striking a parked vehicle, consistent with impairment. No pedestrian or cyclist was reported hurt, but the impact damaged the Toyota’s left-side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the victims. The data does not list helmet or signal issues. The scene shows how a parked car became the target when a driver traveled south and collided instead of clearing the lane.
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Cyclist Ejected on 13th Avenue Northbound▸Aug 12 - A northbound cyclist on 13th Avenue was struck and ejected. He lost consciousness, suffered a back injury and minor bleeding. Police list unspecified contributing factors and record no cited driver violations in the report.
A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 13th Avenue was injured and ejected. He lost consciousness, suffered a back injury and had minor bleeding. According to the police report, the cyclist’s bike had a center-front impact and right-front damage while going straight ahead. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any driver or vehicle for Failure to Yield, Unsafe Speed, or Distraction. The record shows an additional unspecified vehicle with no details. Safety equipment is listed as None, and the report does not attribute that to the cause.
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Two mopeds collide on 9th Avenue▸Aug 11 - Two mopeds slammed together by 4123 9th Ave in Brooklyn. Both riders thrown. Both hurt. Head and leg trauma. Sirens in the night. Streets took the hit. Flesh paid the price.
Two mopeds collided near 4123 9th Avenue in Brooklyn. Both riders were ejected and injured. One suffered head trauma; the other had crush injuries to the leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were mopeds, each with front‑end damage, with one traveling straight northeast and the other listed as “Other*.” The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified.” No driver errors were recorded beyond that. The crash shows how small bodies lose to speed and steel, even without cars in the frame.
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Driver Merging SUV Kills Pedestrian on Ocean Parkway▸Aug 9 - A southbound SUV hit a 45-year-old woman crossing Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. She suffered fatal head and crush injuries and was found unconscious. The driver was merging. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
A 45-year-old woman was killed after a southbound SUV hit her while she crossed Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she suffered head injuries, was found unconscious, and had crush wounds. The driver was merging at the time. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and do not record a specific driver error. The SUV took center-front-end damage. The report records the pedestrian as not at an intersection and crossing; the driver was licensed and the sole occupant in the vehicle.
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Driver Crashes Kia SUV on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 8 - Southbound driver crashed on McDonald Avenue. Center-front hit. A 37-year-old man suffered a chest abrasion. Two infants listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked contributing factors as Unspecified.
A southbound driver in a 2025 Kia SUV crashed at 1238 McDonald Avenue in Brooklyn at 1:57 a.m. The impact and damage were to the center front end. According to the police report, the vehicle was going straight before the crash. The driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest abrasion. Two infant occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and recorded no driver errors. No other vehicles were listed in the report.
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U-Turning Driver Hits Northbound Motorcyclist▸Aug 7 - The driver of a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider suffered a leg injury and went into shock. Police listed no driver errors.
A driver in a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered a leg injury and went into shock. The sedan’s driver, a 46-year-old man, was not hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved a U-turn by the sedan driver and a motorcycle traveling straight north. Police did not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report. The crash was recorded at 12:46 a.m.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Truck and SUV Collide on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 4 - A tractor truck and an SUV collided on McDonald Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. A 62-year-old truck driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified".
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck and a 2024 SUV collided on McDonald Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck was driven south going straight ahead. The SUV was driven south while merging. A 62-year-old male truck driver was injured; police listed neck and internal injuries and recorded him conscious. The SUV driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with impact to the truck's right front quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and does not identify a specific driver error.
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Teen Driver Right Turn Hits Motorcyclist▸Aug 4 - On Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave, a teen driving a sedan turned right into a motorcycle going straight. The rider, 47, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police recorded driver inexperience.
A crash on Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the driver of the sedan made a right turn and hit the motorcycle that was going straight. The rider, a 47-year-old man, suffered a fractured lower leg and a dislocation. Police recorded Driver Inexperience as a contributing factor. The sedan was driven by a 17-year-old with a New York learner permit. Impact was to the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as involved.
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Taxi Ignores Signal and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
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Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
13
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 12 - A northbound cyclist on 13th Avenue was struck and ejected. He lost consciousness, suffered a back injury and minor bleeding. Police list unspecified contributing factors and record no cited driver violations in the report.
A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 13th Avenue was injured and ejected. He lost consciousness, suffered a back injury and had minor bleeding. According to the police report, the cyclist’s bike had a center-front impact and right-front damage while going straight ahead. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any driver or vehicle for Failure to Yield, Unsafe Speed, or Distraction. The record shows an additional unspecified vehicle with no details. Safety equipment is listed as None, and the report does not attribute that to the cause.
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Two mopeds collide on 9th Avenue▸Aug 11 - Two mopeds slammed together by 4123 9th Ave in Brooklyn. Both riders thrown. Both hurt. Head and leg trauma. Sirens in the night. Streets took the hit. Flesh paid the price.
Two mopeds collided near 4123 9th Avenue in Brooklyn. Both riders were ejected and injured. One suffered head trauma; the other had crush injuries to the leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were mopeds, each with front‑end damage, with one traveling straight northeast and the other listed as “Other*.” The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified.” No driver errors were recorded beyond that. The crash shows how small bodies lose to speed and steel, even without cars in the frame.
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Driver Merging SUV Kills Pedestrian on Ocean Parkway▸Aug 9 - A southbound SUV hit a 45-year-old woman crossing Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. She suffered fatal head and crush injuries and was found unconscious. The driver was merging. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
A 45-year-old woman was killed after a southbound SUV hit her while she crossed Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she suffered head injuries, was found unconscious, and had crush wounds. The driver was merging at the time. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and do not record a specific driver error. The SUV took center-front-end damage. The report records the pedestrian as not at an intersection and crossing; the driver was licensed and the sole occupant in the vehicle.
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Driver Crashes Kia SUV on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 8 - Southbound driver crashed on McDonald Avenue. Center-front hit. A 37-year-old man suffered a chest abrasion. Two infants listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked contributing factors as Unspecified.
A southbound driver in a 2025 Kia SUV crashed at 1238 McDonald Avenue in Brooklyn at 1:57 a.m. The impact and damage were to the center front end. According to the police report, the vehicle was going straight before the crash. The driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest abrasion. Two infant occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and recorded no driver errors. No other vehicles were listed in the report.
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U-Turning Driver Hits Northbound Motorcyclist▸Aug 7 - The driver of a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider suffered a leg injury and went into shock. Police listed no driver errors.
A driver in a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered a leg injury and went into shock. The sedan’s driver, a 46-year-old man, was not hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved a U-turn by the sedan driver and a motorcycle traveling straight north. Police did not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report. The crash was recorded at 12:46 a.m.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Truck and SUV Collide on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 4 - A tractor truck and an SUV collided on McDonald Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. A 62-year-old truck driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified".
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck and a 2024 SUV collided on McDonald Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck was driven south going straight ahead. The SUV was driven south while merging. A 62-year-old male truck driver was injured; police listed neck and internal injuries and recorded him conscious. The SUV driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with impact to the truck's right front quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and does not identify a specific driver error.
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Teen Driver Right Turn Hits Motorcyclist▸Aug 4 - On Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave, a teen driving a sedan turned right into a motorcycle going straight. The rider, 47, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police recorded driver inexperience.
A crash on Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the driver of the sedan made a right turn and hit the motorcycle that was going straight. The rider, a 47-year-old man, suffered a fractured lower leg and a dislocation. Police recorded Driver Inexperience as a contributing factor. The sedan was driven by a 17-year-old with a New York learner permit. Impact was to the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as involved.
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Taxi Ignores Signal and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
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Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 11 - Two mopeds slammed together by 4123 9th Ave in Brooklyn. Both riders thrown. Both hurt. Head and leg trauma. Sirens in the night. Streets took the hit. Flesh paid the price.
Two mopeds collided near 4123 9th Avenue in Brooklyn. Both riders were ejected and injured. One suffered head trauma; the other had crush injuries to the leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were mopeds, each with front‑end damage, with one traveling straight northeast and the other listed as “Other*.” The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified.” No driver errors were recorded beyond that. The crash shows how small bodies lose to speed and steel, even without cars in the frame.
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Driver Merging SUV Kills Pedestrian on Ocean Parkway▸Aug 9 - A southbound SUV hit a 45-year-old woman crossing Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. She suffered fatal head and crush injuries and was found unconscious. The driver was merging. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
A 45-year-old woman was killed after a southbound SUV hit her while she crossed Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she suffered head injuries, was found unconscious, and had crush wounds. The driver was merging at the time. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and do not record a specific driver error. The SUV took center-front-end damage. The report records the pedestrian as not at an intersection and crossing; the driver was licensed and the sole occupant in the vehicle.
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Driver Crashes Kia SUV on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 8 - Southbound driver crashed on McDonald Avenue. Center-front hit. A 37-year-old man suffered a chest abrasion. Two infants listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked contributing factors as Unspecified.
A southbound driver in a 2025 Kia SUV crashed at 1238 McDonald Avenue in Brooklyn at 1:57 a.m. The impact and damage were to the center front end. According to the police report, the vehicle was going straight before the crash. The driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest abrasion. Two infant occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and recorded no driver errors. No other vehicles were listed in the report.
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U-Turning Driver Hits Northbound Motorcyclist▸Aug 7 - The driver of a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider suffered a leg injury and went into shock. Police listed no driver errors.
A driver in a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered a leg injury and went into shock. The sedan’s driver, a 46-year-old man, was not hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved a U-turn by the sedan driver and a motorcycle traveling straight north. Police did not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report. The crash was recorded at 12:46 a.m.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Truck and SUV Collide on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 4 - A tractor truck and an SUV collided on McDonald Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. A 62-year-old truck driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified".
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck and a 2024 SUV collided on McDonald Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck was driven south going straight ahead. The SUV was driven south while merging. A 62-year-old male truck driver was injured; police listed neck and internal injuries and recorded him conscious. The SUV driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with impact to the truck's right front quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and does not identify a specific driver error.
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Teen Driver Right Turn Hits Motorcyclist▸Aug 4 - On Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave, a teen driving a sedan turned right into a motorcycle going straight. The rider, 47, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police recorded driver inexperience.
A crash on Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the driver of the sedan made a right turn and hit the motorcycle that was going straight. The rider, a 47-year-old man, suffered a fractured lower leg and a dislocation. Police recorded Driver Inexperience as a contributing factor. The sedan was driven by a 17-year-old with a New York learner permit. Impact was to the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as involved.
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Taxi Ignores Signal and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
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Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
13
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 9 - A southbound SUV hit a 45-year-old woman crossing Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. She suffered fatal head and crush injuries and was found unconscious. The driver was merging. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
A 45-year-old woman was killed after a southbound SUV hit her while she crossed Ocean Parkway at Avenue C in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she suffered head injuries, was found unconscious, and had crush wounds. The driver was merging at the time. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and do not record a specific driver error. The SUV took center-front-end damage. The report records the pedestrian as not at an intersection and crossing; the driver was licensed and the sole occupant in the vehicle.
8
Driver Crashes Kia SUV on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 8 - Southbound driver crashed on McDonald Avenue. Center-front hit. A 37-year-old man suffered a chest abrasion. Two infants listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked contributing factors as Unspecified.
A southbound driver in a 2025 Kia SUV crashed at 1238 McDonald Avenue in Brooklyn at 1:57 a.m. The impact and damage were to the center front end. According to the police report, the vehicle was going straight before the crash. The driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest abrasion. Two infant occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and recorded no driver errors. No other vehicles were listed in the report.
7
U-Turning Driver Hits Northbound Motorcyclist▸Aug 7 - The driver of a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider suffered a leg injury and went into shock. Police listed no driver errors.
A driver in a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered a leg injury and went into shock. The sedan’s driver, a 46-year-old man, was not hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved a U-turn by the sedan driver and a motorcycle traveling straight north. Police did not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report. The crash was recorded at 12:46 a.m.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
4
Truck and SUV Collide on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 4 - A tractor truck and an SUV collided on McDonald Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. A 62-year-old truck driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified".
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck and a 2024 SUV collided on McDonald Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck was driven south going straight ahead. The SUV was driven south while merging. A 62-year-old male truck driver was injured; police listed neck and internal injuries and recorded him conscious. The SUV driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with impact to the truck's right front quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and does not identify a specific driver error.
4
Teen Driver Right Turn Hits Motorcyclist▸Aug 4 - On Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave, a teen driving a sedan turned right into a motorcycle going straight. The rider, 47, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police recorded driver inexperience.
A crash on Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the driver of the sedan made a right turn and hit the motorcycle that was going straight. The rider, a 47-year-old man, suffered a fractured lower leg and a dislocation. Police recorded Driver Inexperience as a contributing factor. The sedan was driven by a 17-year-old with a New York learner permit. Impact was to the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as involved.
4
Taxi Ignores Signal and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
26
Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
21
SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
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Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 8 - Southbound driver crashed on McDonald Avenue. Center-front hit. A 37-year-old man suffered a chest abrasion. Two infants listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked contributing factors as Unspecified.
A southbound driver in a 2025 Kia SUV crashed at 1238 McDonald Avenue in Brooklyn at 1:57 a.m. The impact and damage were to the center front end. According to the police report, the vehicle was going straight before the crash. The driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest abrasion. Two infant occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and recorded no driver errors. No other vehicles were listed in the report.
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U-Turning Driver Hits Northbound Motorcyclist▸Aug 7 - The driver of a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider suffered a leg injury and went into shock. Police listed no driver errors.
A driver in a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered a leg injury and went into shock. The sedan’s driver, a 46-year-old man, was not hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved a U-turn by the sedan driver and a motorcycle traveling straight north. Police did not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report. The crash was recorded at 12:46 a.m.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Truck and SUV Collide on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 4 - A tractor truck and an SUV collided on McDonald Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. A 62-year-old truck driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified".
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck and a 2024 SUV collided on McDonald Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck was driven south going straight ahead. The SUV was driven south while merging. A 62-year-old male truck driver was injured; police listed neck and internal injuries and recorded him conscious. The SUV driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with impact to the truck's right front quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and does not identify a specific driver error.
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Teen Driver Right Turn Hits Motorcyclist▸Aug 4 - On Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave, a teen driving a sedan turned right into a motorcycle going straight. The rider, 47, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police recorded driver inexperience.
A crash on Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the driver of the sedan made a right turn and hit the motorcycle that was going straight. The rider, a 47-year-old man, suffered a fractured lower leg and a dislocation. Police recorded Driver Inexperience as a contributing factor. The sedan was driven by a 17-year-old with a New York learner permit. Impact was to the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as involved.
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Taxi Ignores Signal and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
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Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
13
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 7 - The driver of a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider suffered a leg injury and went into shock. Police listed no driver errors.
A driver in a southbound sedan made a U-turn on 53rd Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered a leg injury and went into shock. The sedan’s driver, a 46-year-old man, was not hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved a U-turn by the sedan driver and a motorcycle traveling straight north. Police did not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report. The crash was recorded at 12:46 a.m.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Truck and SUV Collide on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 4 - A tractor truck and an SUV collided on McDonald Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. A 62-year-old truck driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified".
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck and a 2024 SUV collided on McDonald Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck was driven south going straight ahead. The SUV was driven south while merging. A 62-year-old male truck driver was injured; police listed neck and internal injuries and recorded him conscious. The SUV driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with impact to the truck's right front quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and does not identify a specific driver error.
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Teen Driver Right Turn Hits Motorcyclist▸Aug 4 - On Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave, a teen driving a sedan turned right into a motorcycle going straight. The rider, 47, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police recorded driver inexperience.
A crash on Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the driver of the sedan made a right turn and hit the motorcycle that was going straight. The rider, a 47-year-old man, suffered a fractured lower leg and a dislocation. Police recorded Driver Inexperience as a contributing factor. The sedan was driven by a 17-year-old with a New York learner permit. Impact was to the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as involved.
4
Taxi Ignores Signal and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
26
Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
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Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
13
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
- Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-05
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Truck and SUV Collide on McDonald Avenue▸Aug 4 - A tractor truck and an SUV collided on McDonald Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. A 62-year-old truck driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified".
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck and a 2024 SUV collided on McDonald Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck was driven south going straight ahead. The SUV was driven south while merging. A 62-year-old male truck driver was injured; police listed neck and internal injuries and recorded him conscious. The SUV driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with impact to the truck's right front quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and does not identify a specific driver error.
4
Teen Driver Right Turn Hits Motorcyclist▸Aug 4 - On Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave, a teen driving a sedan turned right into a motorcycle going straight. The rider, 47, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police recorded driver inexperience.
A crash on Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the driver of the sedan made a right turn and hit the motorcycle that was going straight. The rider, a 47-year-old man, suffered a fractured lower leg and a dislocation. Police recorded Driver Inexperience as a contributing factor. The sedan was driven by a 17-year-old with a New York learner permit. Impact was to the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as involved.
4
Taxi Ignores Signal and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
26
Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
21
SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
21
Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
21
SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
13
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 4 - A tractor truck and an SUV collided on McDonald Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. A 62-year-old truck driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified".
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck and a 2024 SUV collided on McDonald Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck was driven south going straight ahead. The SUV was driven south while merging. A 62-year-old male truck driver was injured; police listed neck and internal injuries and recorded him conscious. The SUV driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with impact to the truck's right front quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and does not identify a specific driver error.
4
Teen Driver Right Turn Hits Motorcyclist▸Aug 4 - On Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave, a teen driving a sedan turned right into a motorcycle going straight. The rider, 47, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police recorded driver inexperience.
A crash on Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the driver of the sedan made a right turn and hit the motorcycle that was going straight. The rider, a 47-year-old man, suffered a fractured lower leg and a dislocation. Police recorded Driver Inexperience as a contributing factor. The sedan was driven by a 17-year-old with a New York learner permit. Impact was to the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as involved.
4
Taxi Ignores Signal and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
26
Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
21
SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
21
Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
21
SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
13
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
-
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 4 - On Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave, a teen driving a sedan turned right into a motorcycle going straight. The rider, 47, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police recorded driver inexperience.
A crash on Fort Hamilton Parkway at Chester Ave in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the driver of the sedan made a right turn and hit the motorcycle that was going straight. The rider, a 47-year-old man, suffered a fractured lower leg and a dislocation. Police recorded Driver Inexperience as a contributing factor. The sedan was driven by a 17-year-old with a New York learner permit. Impact was to the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as involved.
4
Taxi Ignores Signal and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
26
Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
21
SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
21
Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
21
SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
13
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
-
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 4 - A taxi disregarded a traffic control on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn and struck a 50-year-old male cyclist traveling north. He suffered bruises to his entire body. Police listed "Traffic Control Disregarded."
A taxi and a bicycle collided on 42 St at 8 Ave in Brooklyn. A 50-year-old man riding the bicycle was injured and remained conscious. The taxi's right front quarter panel struck the cyclist as he traveled north. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for the involved parties. The cyclist was treated for contusions and bruising to his entire body. Vehicle damage was reported to the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report does not list additional contributing factors.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
26
Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
21
SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
21
Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
21
SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
13
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
-
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
- Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
26
Electric Scooter Hits Parked Sedan in Brooklyn▸Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
21
SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
21
Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
21
SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
13
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
-
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 26 - The driver of an electric scooter hit the rear of a parked sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old scooter driver suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of an electric scooter traveling east hit the center back end of a parked 2018 Toyota sedan at 1506 56th Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg, dislocation, and injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Police records show the scooter had center front-end damage and the sedan had center back-end damage. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
21
SUVs Collide on Avenue O, Driver Hurt▸Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
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Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 21 - Two SUVs crashed on Avenue O. One driver suffered a back abrasion. Police list no clear cause. Metal met metal. The street stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Avenue O and East 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back abrasion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The crash left one driver hurt and several others listed as occupants or registrants, but no further injuries are detailed.
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Driver in Limo Hits SUV on 11 Ave▸Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 21 - The driver of a limo struck the left side of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. A 64-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head injury and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. Police listed no driver errors or contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a limo struck the left side doors of an SUV at 11 Avenue and 53 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight—limo north, SUV west—when the limo’s center front end hit the SUV’s left side. A 64-year-old female left‑rear passenger in the limo suffered a head injury and was in shock; she was recorded as wearing a lap belt. Police listed no driver errors or other contributing factors in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV, Sedan Crash at Ocean Parkway▸Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 21 - A Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered facial bleeding and shock. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
A driver in a Jeep SUV and a driver in a Honda sedan collided at Cortelyou Road and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering minor bleeding to her face and shock. "According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.'" The SUV was traveling east; the sedan was traveling south. Point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper. Police recorded both drivers as licensed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
13
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 13 - SUV turned left on 13th Ave. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Her leg fractured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
A 21-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing 13th Ave at 47th St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian as she crossed with the signal. The woman suffered a fractured leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and a young male passenger were not reported injured. The report highlights driver error as the cause.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
- BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-12