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
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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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Two Killed In Sunset Park Hit-And-Run▸Jul 12 - A speeding car struck two men at dawn in Sunset Park. One pulled a cart, the other used a cane. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police tracked the suspect to Staten Island.
ABC7 reported on July 12, 2025, that Juventino Anastacio Florentino, 23, was arraigned after allegedly striking and killing Faqiu Lin, 59, and Kex Un Chen, 80, at Third Avenue and 52nd Street. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver left the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. Police used video and car debris to find the suspect. The victims were near a food pantry, highlighting risks for vulnerable New Yorkers accessing basic needs.
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Two Killed In Sunset Park Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-12
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Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A BMW ran a red in Sunset Park. Two men died on the street. The driver fled. Police made an arrest. Blood on the asphalt, lives ended fast.
Patch reported on July 11, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver killed two pedestrians at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Brooklyn. The NYPD said the BMW "sped through a red light" before striking 80-year-old Kex Un Chen and 59-year-old Faqiu Lin. Both men died at the scene. Police later arrested Juventino Anastacio Florentino, charging him with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The crash highlights the lethal risk of red-light running and the ongoing threat to pedestrians in city crosswalks.
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Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Patch,
Published 2025-07-11
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Teen Killed Subway Surfing On J Train▸Jul 9 - A 15-year-old died on the Williamsburg Bridge. He rode atop a J train. An overhead beam struck him. The impact threw him under the train. Five died subway surfing in 2023. The toll keeps rising.
amNY (2025-07-09) reports Norma Nazario’s son, Zackery, died subway surfing on the Williamsburg Bridge. He climbed atop a Manhattan-bound J train and was struck by an overhead beam. Nazario said, "the train was going so fast that the impact pushed him under the train." The article notes five subway surfing deaths in 2023, six in 2024, and three more already in 2025. The case highlights the deadly risks of riding outside trains and raises questions about social media’s role and transit safety. No driver error is cited; the focus is on systemic dangers and rising fatalities.
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Teen Killed Subway Surfing On J Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-09
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Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on Avenue I▸Jul 7 - A sedan struck and killed a 70-year-old man crossing Avenue I. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the scene. Impact hit the head. System failed to protect him.
A 70-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue I at East 5th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan traveling east struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal head injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 74-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. No other errors or factors were cited in the report. The system allowed distraction to end a life.
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SUV Door Impact Throws Moped Driver on 12th Ave▸Jul 3 - SUV door struck moped. Moped driver ejected, hit head, bled. Police cite driver inattention. Brooklyn street, sharp impact, quick chaos.
A station wagon SUV struck a moped on 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV's left side doors were hit, and the moped's front end took the brunt. The SUV was parked before the crash. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of inattentive driving.
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Bus Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 2 - A bus hit a man crossing 9th Avenue with the signal. The impact tore his arm. Blood on the street. The driver turned left. The city failed to protect him.
A 27-year-old man was struck and injured by a bus while crossing 9th Avenue at 39th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the bus, making a left turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The man suffered abrasions to his arm. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed, but the pedestrian’s actions were lawful. The crash highlights the danger faced by people on foot at city intersections.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
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Sedan Strikes Six-Year-Old Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a six-year-old boy crossing Ocean Parkway. The child suffered face injuries and was found unconscious. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young and unprotected.
A sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway struck a six-year-old boy as he crossed the street. The child was injured in the face and found unconscious, with minor bleeding. According to the police report, no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. The report states the point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan. The child was crossing with no signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by children on Brooklyn streets.
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Improper Turn SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Church Avenue▸Jun 28 - SUV turned left across Church Avenue. Motorcycle hit the side. Rider hurt. Police cite improper turn and traffic control ignored. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn street, midnight silence broken.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle collided at Church Avenue and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider suffered abrasions to the entire body. According to the police report, the SUV was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police cite 'Turning Improperly' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls and make improper turns.
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SUV Strikes Child Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 27 - An SUV hit an eight-year-old boy crossing from behind a parked car on Ocean Parkway. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young.
An eight-year-old boy was struck by a northbound SUV while emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his leg but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver was licensed and the SUV showed no damage. The crash happened away from an intersection, highlighting the persistent risks for children on city streets.
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SUV Driver Inattention Injures Teen on Scooter▸Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
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SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
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Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
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SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
18
Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jul 12 - A speeding car struck two men at dawn in Sunset Park. One pulled a cart, the other used a cane. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police tracked the suspect to Staten Island.
ABC7 reported on July 12, 2025, that Juventino Anastacio Florentino, 23, was arraigned after allegedly striking and killing Faqiu Lin, 59, and Kex Un Chen, 80, at Third Avenue and 52nd Street. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver left the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. Police used video and car debris to find the suspect. The victims were near a food pantry, highlighting risks for vulnerable New Yorkers accessing basic needs.
- Two Killed In Sunset Park Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-07-12
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Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A BMW ran a red in Sunset Park. Two men died on the street. The driver fled. Police made an arrest. Blood on the asphalt, lives ended fast.
Patch reported on July 11, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver killed two pedestrians at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Brooklyn. The NYPD said the BMW "sped through a red light" before striking 80-year-old Kex Un Chen and 59-year-old Faqiu Lin. Both men died at the scene. Police later arrested Juventino Anastacio Florentino, charging him with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The crash highlights the lethal risk of red-light running and the ongoing threat to pedestrians in city crosswalks.
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Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Patch,
Published 2025-07-11
9
Teen Killed Subway Surfing On J Train▸Jul 9 - A 15-year-old died on the Williamsburg Bridge. He rode atop a J train. An overhead beam struck him. The impact threw him under the train. Five died subway surfing in 2023. The toll keeps rising.
amNY (2025-07-09) reports Norma Nazario’s son, Zackery, died subway surfing on the Williamsburg Bridge. He climbed atop a Manhattan-bound J train and was struck by an overhead beam. Nazario said, "the train was going so fast that the impact pushed him under the train." The article notes five subway surfing deaths in 2023, six in 2024, and three more already in 2025. The case highlights the deadly risks of riding outside trains and raises questions about social media’s role and transit safety. No driver error is cited; the focus is on systemic dangers and rising fatalities.
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Teen Killed Subway Surfing On J Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-09
7
Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on Avenue I▸Jul 7 - A sedan struck and killed a 70-year-old man crossing Avenue I. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the scene. Impact hit the head. System failed to protect him.
A 70-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue I at East 5th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan traveling east struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal head injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 74-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. No other errors or factors were cited in the report. The system allowed distraction to end a life.
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SUV Door Impact Throws Moped Driver on 12th Ave▸Jul 3 - SUV door struck moped. Moped driver ejected, hit head, bled. Police cite driver inattention. Brooklyn street, sharp impact, quick chaos.
A station wagon SUV struck a moped on 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV's left side doors were hit, and the moped's front end took the brunt. The SUV was parked before the crash. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of inattentive driving.
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Bus Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 2 - A bus hit a man crossing 9th Avenue with the signal. The impact tore his arm. Blood on the street. The driver turned left. The city failed to protect him.
A 27-year-old man was struck and injured by a bus while crossing 9th Avenue at 39th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the bus, making a left turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The man suffered abrasions to his arm. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed, but the pedestrian’s actions were lawful. The crash highlights the danger faced by people on foot at city intersections.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
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Sedan Strikes Six-Year-Old Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a six-year-old boy crossing Ocean Parkway. The child suffered face injuries and was found unconscious. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young and unprotected.
A sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway struck a six-year-old boy as he crossed the street. The child was injured in the face and found unconscious, with minor bleeding. According to the police report, no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. The report states the point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan. The child was crossing with no signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by children on Brooklyn streets.
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Improper Turn SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Church Avenue▸Jun 28 - SUV turned left across Church Avenue. Motorcycle hit the side. Rider hurt. Police cite improper turn and traffic control ignored. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn street, midnight silence broken.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle collided at Church Avenue and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider suffered abrasions to the entire body. According to the police report, the SUV was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police cite 'Turning Improperly' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls and make improper turns.
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SUV Strikes Child Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 27 - An SUV hit an eight-year-old boy crossing from behind a parked car on Ocean Parkway. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young.
An eight-year-old boy was struck by a northbound SUV while emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his leg but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver was licensed and the SUV showed no damage. The crash happened away from an intersection, highlighting the persistent risks for children on city streets.
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SUV Driver Inattention Injures Teen on Scooter▸Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
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SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
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Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
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SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
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Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jul 11 - A BMW ran a red in Sunset Park. Two men died on the street. The driver fled. Police made an arrest. Blood on the asphalt, lives ended fast.
Patch reported on July 11, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver killed two pedestrians at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Brooklyn. The NYPD said the BMW "sped through a red light" before striking 80-year-old Kex Un Chen and 59-year-old Faqiu Lin. Both men died at the scene. Police later arrested Juventino Anastacio Florentino, charging him with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The crash highlights the lethal risk of red-light running and the ongoing threat to pedestrians in city crosswalks.
- Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians, Patch, Published 2025-07-11
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Teen Killed Subway Surfing On J Train▸Jul 9 - A 15-year-old died on the Williamsburg Bridge. He rode atop a J train. An overhead beam struck him. The impact threw him under the train. Five died subway surfing in 2023. The toll keeps rising.
amNY (2025-07-09) reports Norma Nazario’s son, Zackery, died subway surfing on the Williamsburg Bridge. He climbed atop a Manhattan-bound J train and was struck by an overhead beam. Nazario said, "the train was going so fast that the impact pushed him under the train." The article notes five subway surfing deaths in 2023, six in 2024, and three more already in 2025. The case highlights the deadly risks of riding outside trains and raises questions about social media’s role and transit safety. No driver error is cited; the focus is on systemic dangers and rising fatalities.
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Teen Killed Subway Surfing On J Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-09
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Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on Avenue I▸Jul 7 - A sedan struck and killed a 70-year-old man crossing Avenue I. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the scene. Impact hit the head. System failed to protect him.
A 70-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue I at East 5th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan traveling east struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal head injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 74-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. No other errors or factors were cited in the report. The system allowed distraction to end a life.
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SUV Door Impact Throws Moped Driver on 12th Ave▸Jul 3 - SUV door struck moped. Moped driver ejected, hit head, bled. Police cite driver inattention. Brooklyn street, sharp impact, quick chaos.
A station wagon SUV struck a moped on 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV's left side doors were hit, and the moped's front end took the brunt. The SUV was parked before the crash. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of inattentive driving.
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Bus Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 2 - A bus hit a man crossing 9th Avenue with the signal. The impact tore his arm. Blood on the street. The driver turned left. The city failed to protect him.
A 27-year-old man was struck and injured by a bus while crossing 9th Avenue at 39th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the bus, making a left turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The man suffered abrasions to his arm. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed, but the pedestrian’s actions were lawful. The crash highlights the danger faced by people on foot at city intersections.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
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Sedan Strikes Six-Year-Old Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a six-year-old boy crossing Ocean Parkway. The child suffered face injuries and was found unconscious. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young and unprotected.
A sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway struck a six-year-old boy as he crossed the street. The child was injured in the face and found unconscious, with minor bleeding. According to the police report, no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. The report states the point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan. The child was crossing with no signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by children on Brooklyn streets.
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Improper Turn SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Church Avenue▸Jun 28 - SUV turned left across Church Avenue. Motorcycle hit the side. Rider hurt. Police cite improper turn and traffic control ignored. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn street, midnight silence broken.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle collided at Church Avenue and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider suffered abrasions to the entire body. According to the police report, the SUV was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police cite 'Turning Improperly' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls and make improper turns.
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SUV Strikes Child Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 27 - An SUV hit an eight-year-old boy crossing from behind a parked car on Ocean Parkway. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young.
An eight-year-old boy was struck by a northbound SUV while emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his leg but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver was licensed and the SUV showed no damage. The crash happened away from an intersection, highlighting the persistent risks for children on city streets.
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SUV Driver Inattention Injures Teen on Scooter▸Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
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SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
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Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
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SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
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Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jul 9 - A 15-year-old died on the Williamsburg Bridge. He rode atop a J train. An overhead beam struck him. The impact threw him under the train. Five died subway surfing in 2023. The toll keeps rising.
amNY (2025-07-09) reports Norma Nazario’s son, Zackery, died subway surfing on the Williamsburg Bridge. He climbed atop a Manhattan-bound J train and was struck by an overhead beam. Nazario said, "the train was going so fast that the impact pushed him under the train." The article notes five subway surfing deaths in 2023, six in 2024, and three more already in 2025. The case highlights the deadly risks of riding outside trains and raises questions about social media’s role and transit safety. No driver error is cited; the focus is on systemic dangers and rising fatalities.
- Teen Killed Subway Surfing On J Train, amny, Published 2025-07-09
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Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on Avenue I▸Jul 7 - A sedan struck and killed a 70-year-old man crossing Avenue I. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the scene. Impact hit the head. System failed to protect him.
A 70-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue I at East 5th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan traveling east struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal head injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 74-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. No other errors or factors were cited in the report. The system allowed distraction to end a life.
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SUV Door Impact Throws Moped Driver on 12th Ave▸Jul 3 - SUV door struck moped. Moped driver ejected, hit head, bled. Police cite driver inattention. Brooklyn street, sharp impact, quick chaos.
A station wagon SUV struck a moped on 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV's left side doors were hit, and the moped's front end took the brunt. The SUV was parked before the crash. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of inattentive driving.
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Bus Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 2 - A bus hit a man crossing 9th Avenue with the signal. The impact tore his arm. Blood on the street. The driver turned left. The city failed to protect him.
A 27-year-old man was struck and injured by a bus while crossing 9th Avenue at 39th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the bus, making a left turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The man suffered abrasions to his arm. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed, but the pedestrian’s actions were lawful. The crash highlights the danger faced by people on foot at city intersections.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
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Sedan Strikes Six-Year-Old Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a six-year-old boy crossing Ocean Parkway. The child suffered face injuries and was found unconscious. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young and unprotected.
A sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway struck a six-year-old boy as he crossed the street. The child was injured in the face and found unconscious, with minor bleeding. According to the police report, no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. The report states the point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan. The child was crossing with no signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by children on Brooklyn streets.
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Improper Turn SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Church Avenue▸Jun 28 - SUV turned left across Church Avenue. Motorcycle hit the side. Rider hurt. Police cite improper turn and traffic control ignored. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn street, midnight silence broken.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle collided at Church Avenue and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider suffered abrasions to the entire body. According to the police report, the SUV was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police cite 'Turning Improperly' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls and make improper turns.
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SUV Strikes Child Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 27 - An SUV hit an eight-year-old boy crossing from behind a parked car on Ocean Parkway. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young.
An eight-year-old boy was struck by a northbound SUV while emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his leg but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver was licensed and the SUV showed no damage. The crash happened away from an intersection, highlighting the persistent risks for children on city streets.
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SUV Driver Inattention Injures Teen on Scooter▸Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
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SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
23
Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
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SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
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Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jul 7 - A sedan struck and killed a 70-year-old man crossing Avenue I. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the scene. Impact hit the head. System failed to protect him.
A 70-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue I at East 5th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan traveling east struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal head injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 74-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. No other errors or factors were cited in the report. The system allowed distraction to end a life.
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SUV Door Impact Throws Moped Driver on 12th Ave▸Jul 3 - SUV door struck moped. Moped driver ejected, hit head, bled. Police cite driver inattention. Brooklyn street, sharp impact, quick chaos.
A station wagon SUV struck a moped on 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV's left side doors were hit, and the moped's front end took the brunt. The SUV was parked before the crash. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of inattentive driving.
2
Bus Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 2 - A bus hit a man crossing 9th Avenue with the signal. The impact tore his arm. Blood on the street. The driver turned left. The city failed to protect him.
A 27-year-old man was struck and injured by a bus while crossing 9th Avenue at 39th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the bus, making a left turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The man suffered abrasions to his arm. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed, but the pedestrian’s actions were lawful. The crash highlights the danger faced by people on foot at city intersections.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Six-Year-Old Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a six-year-old boy crossing Ocean Parkway. The child suffered face injuries and was found unconscious. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young and unprotected.
A sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway struck a six-year-old boy as he crossed the street. The child was injured in the face and found unconscious, with minor bleeding. According to the police report, no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. The report states the point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan. The child was crossing with no signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by children on Brooklyn streets.
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Improper Turn SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Church Avenue▸Jun 28 - SUV turned left across Church Avenue. Motorcycle hit the side. Rider hurt. Police cite improper turn and traffic control ignored. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn street, midnight silence broken.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle collided at Church Avenue and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider suffered abrasions to the entire body. According to the police report, the SUV was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police cite 'Turning Improperly' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls and make improper turns.
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SUV Strikes Child Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 27 - An SUV hit an eight-year-old boy crossing from behind a parked car on Ocean Parkway. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young.
An eight-year-old boy was struck by a northbound SUV while emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his leg but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver was licensed and the SUV showed no damage. The crash happened away from an intersection, highlighting the persistent risks for children on city streets.
26
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Teen on Scooter▸Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
25
SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
23
Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
20
SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
18
Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
18
Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jul 3 - SUV door struck moped. Moped driver ejected, hit head, bled. Police cite driver inattention. Brooklyn street, sharp impact, quick chaos.
A station wagon SUV struck a moped on 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV's left side doors were hit, and the moped's front end took the brunt. The SUV was parked before the crash. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of inattentive driving.
2
Bus Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 2 - A bus hit a man crossing 9th Avenue with the signal. The impact tore his arm. Blood on the street. The driver turned left. The city failed to protect him.
A 27-year-old man was struck and injured by a bus while crossing 9th Avenue at 39th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the bus, making a left turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The man suffered abrasions to his arm. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed, but the pedestrian’s actions were lawful. The crash highlights the danger faced by people on foot at city intersections.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Six-Year-Old Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a six-year-old boy crossing Ocean Parkway. The child suffered face injuries and was found unconscious. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young and unprotected.
A sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway struck a six-year-old boy as he crossed the street. The child was injured in the face and found unconscious, with minor bleeding. According to the police report, no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. The report states the point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan. The child was crossing with no signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by children on Brooklyn streets.
28
Improper Turn SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Church Avenue▸Jun 28 - SUV turned left across Church Avenue. Motorcycle hit the side. Rider hurt. Police cite improper turn and traffic control ignored. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn street, midnight silence broken.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle collided at Church Avenue and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider suffered abrasions to the entire body. According to the police report, the SUV was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police cite 'Turning Improperly' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls and make improper turns.
27
SUV Strikes Child Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 27 - An SUV hit an eight-year-old boy crossing from behind a parked car on Ocean Parkway. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young.
An eight-year-old boy was struck by a northbound SUV while emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his leg but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver was licensed and the SUV showed no damage. The crash happened away from an intersection, highlighting the persistent risks for children on city streets.
26
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Teen on Scooter▸Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
25
SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
24
Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
23
Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
20
SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
18
Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
18
Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jul 2 - A bus hit a man crossing 9th Avenue with the signal. The impact tore his arm. Blood on the street. The driver turned left. The city failed to protect him.
A 27-year-old man was struck and injured by a bus while crossing 9th Avenue at 39th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the bus, making a left turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The man suffered abrasions to his arm. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed, but the pedestrian’s actions were lawful. The crash highlights the danger faced by people on foot at city intersections.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Six-Year-Old Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a six-year-old boy crossing Ocean Parkway. The child suffered face injuries and was found unconscious. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young and unprotected.
A sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway struck a six-year-old boy as he crossed the street. The child was injured in the face and found unconscious, with minor bleeding. According to the police report, no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. The report states the point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan. The child was crossing with no signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by children on Brooklyn streets.
28
Improper Turn SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Church Avenue▸Jun 28 - SUV turned left across Church Avenue. Motorcycle hit the side. Rider hurt. Police cite improper turn and traffic control ignored. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn street, midnight silence broken.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle collided at Church Avenue and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider suffered abrasions to the entire body. According to the police report, the SUV was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police cite 'Turning Improperly' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls and make improper turns.
27
SUV Strikes Child Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 27 - An SUV hit an eight-year-old boy crossing from behind a parked car on Ocean Parkway. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young.
An eight-year-old boy was struck by a northbound SUV while emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his leg but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver was licensed and the SUV showed no damage. The crash happened away from an intersection, highlighting the persistent risks for children on city streets.
26
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Teen on Scooter▸Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
25
SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
24
Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
23
Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
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SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
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Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
- Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review, NY1, Published 2025-07-01
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
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Sedan Strikes Six-Year-Old Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a six-year-old boy crossing Ocean Parkway. The child suffered face injuries and was found unconscious. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young and unprotected.
A sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway struck a six-year-old boy as he crossed the street. The child was injured in the face and found unconscious, with minor bleeding. According to the police report, no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. The report states the point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan. The child was crossing with no signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by children on Brooklyn streets.
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Improper Turn SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Church Avenue▸Jun 28 - SUV turned left across Church Avenue. Motorcycle hit the side. Rider hurt. Police cite improper turn and traffic control ignored. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn street, midnight silence broken.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle collided at Church Avenue and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider suffered abrasions to the entire body. According to the police report, the SUV was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police cite 'Turning Improperly' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls and make improper turns.
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SUV Strikes Child Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 27 - An SUV hit an eight-year-old boy crossing from behind a parked car on Ocean Parkway. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young.
An eight-year-old boy was struck by a northbound SUV while emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his leg but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver was licensed and the SUV showed no damage. The crash happened away from an intersection, highlighting the persistent risks for children on city streets.
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SUV Driver Inattention Injures Teen on Scooter▸Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
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SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
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Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
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SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
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Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
- SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing, ABC7, Published 2025-06-29
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Sedan Strikes Six-Year-Old Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a six-year-old boy crossing Ocean Parkway. The child suffered face injuries and was found unconscious. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young and unprotected.
A sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway struck a six-year-old boy as he crossed the street. The child was injured in the face and found unconscious, with minor bleeding. According to the police report, no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. The report states the point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan. The child was crossing with no signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by children on Brooklyn streets.
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Improper Turn SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Church Avenue▸Jun 28 - SUV turned left across Church Avenue. Motorcycle hit the side. Rider hurt. Police cite improper turn and traffic control ignored. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn street, midnight silence broken.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle collided at Church Avenue and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider suffered abrasions to the entire body. According to the police report, the SUV was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police cite 'Turning Improperly' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls and make improper turns.
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SUV Strikes Child Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 27 - An SUV hit an eight-year-old boy crossing from behind a parked car on Ocean Parkway. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young.
An eight-year-old boy was struck by a northbound SUV while emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his leg but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver was licensed and the SUV showed no damage. The crash happened away from an intersection, highlighting the persistent risks for children on city streets.
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SUV Driver Inattention Injures Teen on Scooter▸Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
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SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
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Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
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SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
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Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 28 - A sedan hit a six-year-old boy crossing Ocean Parkway. The child suffered face injuries and was found unconscious. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young and unprotected.
A sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway struck a six-year-old boy as he crossed the street. The child was injured in the face and found unconscious, with minor bleeding. According to the police report, no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. The report states the point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan. The child was crossing with no signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by children on Brooklyn streets.
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Improper Turn SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Church Avenue▸Jun 28 - SUV turned left across Church Avenue. Motorcycle hit the side. Rider hurt. Police cite improper turn and traffic control ignored. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn street, midnight silence broken.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle collided at Church Avenue and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider suffered abrasions to the entire body. According to the police report, the SUV was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police cite 'Turning Improperly' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls and make improper turns.
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SUV Strikes Child Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 27 - An SUV hit an eight-year-old boy crossing from behind a parked car on Ocean Parkway. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young.
An eight-year-old boy was struck by a northbound SUV while emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his leg but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver was licensed and the SUV showed no damage. The crash happened away from an intersection, highlighting the persistent risks for children on city streets.
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SUV Driver Inattention Injures Teen on Scooter▸Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
25
SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
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Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
20
SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
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Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 28 - SUV turned left across Church Avenue. Motorcycle hit the side. Rider hurt. Police cite improper turn and traffic control ignored. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn street, midnight silence broken.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle collided at Church Avenue and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider suffered abrasions to the entire body. According to the police report, the SUV was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police cite 'Turning Improperly' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls and make improper turns.
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SUV Strikes Child Crossing Ocean Parkway▸Jun 27 - An SUV hit an eight-year-old boy crossing from behind a parked car on Ocean Parkway. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young.
An eight-year-old boy was struck by a northbound SUV while emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his leg but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver was licensed and the SUV showed no damage. The crash happened away from an intersection, highlighting the persistent risks for children on city streets.
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SUV Driver Inattention Injures Teen on Scooter▸Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
25
SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
23
Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
20
SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
18
Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
18
Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 27 - An SUV hit an eight-year-old boy crossing from behind a parked car on Ocean Parkway. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous for the young.
An eight-year-old boy was struck by a northbound SUV while emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his leg but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver was licensed and the SUV showed no damage. The crash happened away from an intersection, highlighting the persistent risks for children on city streets.
26
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Teen on Scooter▸Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
25
SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
24
Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
23
Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
20
SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
18
Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
18
Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 26 - A distracted SUV driver struck a 17-year-old on a standing scooter in Brooklyn. The teen was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on 16 Ave at 40 St in Brooklyn left a 17-year-old male scooter rider injured and ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the SUV's right front bumper struck the scooter's center front. The teen suffered facial injuries and was wearing a helmet. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV driver and two other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention as the key cause.
25
SUV Strikes Child Cyclist on 20th Avenue▸Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
23
Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
20
SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
18
Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
18
Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 25 - A 12-year-old boy riding east on his bike was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and a leg injury. The SUV was going straight. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on 20th Avenue near 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling north and the bike was heading east. The child suffered abrasions and a lower leg injury. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the bike was hit at the center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. Streets remain hazardous for young riders.
24
Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
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Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
23
Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
20
SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
18
Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
18
Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 24 - A teen on a moped slammed into a turning car in Midwood. He flew off, struck hard, died at the hospital. His passenger survived, hurt. The driver stayed. No arrests. Another moped rider died days before. Streets remain deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-06-24) reports a 17-year-old died after his moped collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn on East 8th St. in Brooklyn. Police said the moped 'slammed into' the car, then hit a parked Honda Odyssey. Both the teen and his passenger suffered trauma; the teen died at Maimonides Medical Center. The car driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Squad is investigating. The article also notes a separate fatal moped crash days earlier involving a drunk, unlicensed driver. These incidents highlight persistent risks for vulnerable road users and ongoing gaps in street safety.
- Teen Killed, Man Critical In Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-24
23
Improper Passing Kills Teen on Moped in Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
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SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
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Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 23 - A sedan struck a moped on Avenue N. A 17-year-old moped driver died. His 14-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan collided with a moped at Avenue N and East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The crash killed a 17-year-old moped driver and left his 14-year-old passenger ejected and injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a left turn. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment, but the police report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. The crash shows the lethal risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
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SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
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Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 22 - A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
- Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-22
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SUV Strikes Nine-Year-Old Crossing 54th Street▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
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Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 20 - SUV hit a child crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. Impact struck left front bumper. Streets remain dangerous for the young.
A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing 54th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle's left front bumper. The boy suffered a head injury and a contusion. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash involved a 37-year-old male driver and two other vehicle occupants, who were not seriously hurt. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by young pedestrians on city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
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Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 20 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal on 40th Street. The left front bumper struck his shoulder. He was injured. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause.
A man, 36, was crossing 40th Street at Fort Hamilton Parkway with the signal when an SUV making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury and internal complaints. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. The pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection.
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Pick-up Truck and Sedan Collide on Ocean Parkway Exit▸Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 18 - A pick-up truck and sedan crashed at Prospect Expressway Exit 6. A 29-year-old passenger suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles damaged. Police list factors as unspecified.
A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Prospect Expressway Eastbound Exit 6 onto Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 29-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage, with the pick-up truck changing lanes and the sedan going straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported among the drivers or witnesses. No driver errors were identified in the data.
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Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.
Jun 18 - Tow truck struck woman crossing with signal on E 2 St and Albemarle Rd. She suffered arm injuries. Driver failed to yield. Impact was center front. System failed to protect her.
A tow truck traveling north on E 2 St at Albemarle Rd struck a 39-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in her arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck hit her with its center front end. No other factors were cited. The system allowed a driver’s failure to yield to harm a person walking with the right of way.