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 12
▸ Crush Injuries 22
▸ Severe Bleeding 17
▸ Severe Lacerations 11
▸ Concussion 13
▸ Whiplash 151
▸ Contusion/Bruise 176
▸ Abrasion 129
▸ Pain/Nausea 52
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.
CloseAbout these numbers
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 67
- 2023 Black Audi Sedan (LCM8254) – 501 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2017 Black Lexus Sedan (LPY1138) – 233 times • 9 in last 90d here
- 2019 Nissan Sedan (KZC2999) – 180 times • 7 in last 90d here
- 2023 Gray GMC Pickup (LED1645) – 178 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Ford Spor (3DNW82) – 177 times • 2 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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Left Turn at Snyder and Albany
Precinct 67: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 18, 2025
A driver turned left at Snyder and Albany on Aug 16 and hit a man on a bike. Police recorded a serious injury. NYC Open Data
This Week
- A driver hit a man on a bike at Snyder Avenue and Albany Avenue, causing a serious injury. CrashID 4838375
- A driver going straight hit a person walking near 917 Albany Ave, leaving him unconscious. CrashID 4837211
The count keeps rising
Since Jan 1, 2022, 13 people have been killed in Precinct 67, with 4,775 injured. NYC Open Data
People on foot have borne the worst of it: 8 pedestrians killed and 791 injured. People on bikes: 2 killed, 309 injured. Drivers and passengers: 2 killed, 3,518 injured. NYC Open Data
Where it hits hardest
Church Avenue is a wound: 2 deaths, 228 injuries. Linden Boulevard: 1 death, 181 injuries. These are the top hotspots in this precinct’s records. NYC Open Data
Deaths cluster around the middle of the day and evening, with peaks around 1 PM and 7 PM. NYC Open Data
Police listed failure to yield and driver inattention/distraction among the leading recorded factors, linked to dozens of injuries here. NYC Open Data
Known fixes, still waiting
The street record in this precinct points to concrete steps:
- Daylight corners and add hardened turns at Church Avenue, Linden Boulevard, and other left‑turn hotspots to slow turning drivers. NYC Open Data
- Give people on foot a head start with leading pedestrian intervals at busy crossings like Church and Utica. NYC Open Data
- Target failure‑to‑yield and distraction at repeat crash locations with focused enforcement.
Citywide policy can backstop local fixes. The city can lower speeds on residential streets under Sammy’s Law. Albany is weighing the Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045C/A2299C) to require intelligent speed limiters for habitual offenders. /take_action/
New York’s top law officer has said the quiet part plain: “the evidence is clear: police vehicle pursuits and high-speed car chases can be dangerous and even fatal, and it is time for a change.” Times Union
Who answers for this block?
This is Precinct 67. The local officials are Council Member Darlene Mealy, Assembly Member Kalman Yeger, and State Senator Roxanne Persaud. The record provided here does not show whether they have sponsored or co‑sponsored the Stop Super Speeders Act. What gives? /take_action/
Do the simple thing
Lower speeds save lives. Habitual speeders need limiters. The person on that corner at Snyder and Albany needed both. Tell City Hall and Albany to act now. /take_action/
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
- Attorney general says police chases mostly banned in new NY police pursuit rules, Times Union, Published 2025-02-01
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4838375 - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4837211 - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Kalman Yeger
District 41
Council Member Darlene Mealy
District 41
State Senator Roxanne Persaud
District 19
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 67 Police Precinct 67 sits in Brooklyn, District 41, AD 41, SD 19.
It contains Brooklyn CB17, East Flatbush-Erasmus, East Flatbush-Farragut, East Flatbush-Rugby, East Flatbush-Remsen Village, Holy Cross Cemetery.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 67
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 18 - A sedan plowed into a cyclist on Linden Boulevard. The crash hurled the rider to the ground. His leg and foot shattered. Police cite traffic control ignored. Brooklyn street, blood, broken bones.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a 33-year-old male bicyclist at 21:25 on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, showing the sedan driver failed to obey signals or signs. The sedan, registered in New Jersey, struck the cyclist with its center front end. The bicycle's left front bumper was damaged. The cyclist wore no safety equipment, but the crash stemmed from driver error. The scene underscores the danger faced by people outside cars on city streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Unsafe Speed SUV Collision▸Sep 17 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with an SUV traveling at unsafe speed on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. The impact caused abrasions and upper arm injuries. The SUV driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:46 AM on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. A bicyclist making a left turn collided with a station wagon/SUV traveling eastbound. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both the SUV driver and the bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries, including abrasions. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from Maryland, struck the bicyclist with its center front end, causing significant vehicle damage. The police report highlights the SUV driver’s unsafe speed as a critical error leading to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior were noted in the report.
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Pedestrian Injured Near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn▸Sep 16 - A male pedestrian suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries outside an intersection in Brooklyn. The victim was conscious and not in the roadway at the time. Police reports list no driver errors or contributing factors for the crash.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured near 473 Utica Avenue in Brooklyn at 14:49. The pedestrian was conscious and sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report specifies the pedestrian was not in the roadway and was outside an intersection when the incident occurred. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no driver contributing factors such as failure to yield or reckless driving are recorded. The report does not list any pedestrian contributing factors either. The absence of identified driver errors or contributing factors in the police data highlights a gap in clarity about the cause of the crash, but confirms the pedestrian was hurt despite not being in the roadway.
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Motorcycle Collides with Parked SUV in Brooklyn▸Sep 16 - A motorcycle traveling south struck a parked SUV on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 67-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The SUV driver was unlicensed, and the sedan was also parked nearby.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A licensed 67-year-old male motorcycle driver traveling south collided with a parked station wagon/SUV driven by an unlicensed male. The motorcycle impacted the left side doors of the SUV, causing the rider to be ejected and sustain abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The report notes the SUV was parked at the time of impact, as was a nearby sedan with a driver holding a permit license. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the presence of an unlicensed driver operating the SUV highlights systemic danger. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment and was injured severely, but no fault or blame is placed on the victim.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Rockaway Parkway▸Sep 14 - A taxi driver distracted behind the wheel slammed into a slowing sedan on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The sedan’s driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front and rear damage, revealing the force of impact in the busy street.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Rockaway Parkway near Winthrop Street in Brooklyn at 4:00 a.m. A 28-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor twice, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain attention. Both vehicles were traveling south and slowing or stopping before the collision. The taxi struck the sedan’s center back end, damaging both vehicles’ center front and back ends. The sedan driver was the sole occupant in his vehicle, and the taxi also had one occupant. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the sedan driver or victim behaviors.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 12 - A sedan making a left turn struck a 61-year-old woman in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car’s bumper hit her head. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver caused serious harm.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Avenue A in Brooklyn made a left turn and struck a 61-year-old woman crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious after the crash. The impact came from the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision happened during the driver’s left turn while the pedestrian crossed legally. The pedestrian’s actions were not cited as contributing factors. Despite no vehicle damage, the pedestrian sustained significant harm.
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Sedan Strikes 15-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A 15-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn made a right turn at 7 p.m. and struck a 15-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end with no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way directly caused the collision, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were listed.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Caton Avenue▸Sep 8 - A 64-year-old man was struck while crossing Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The crash occurred near 7:51 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Caton Avenue struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside of a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian was injured across his entire body and was found semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not indicate any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was not at an intersection, and no crossing signal was involved. The report focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without assigning fault to the pedestrian.
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Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 5 - A box truck turning left struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The 45-year-old man suffered a concussion and injuries to his entire body. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Ralph Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with Ditmas Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion, and remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus during the maneuver. The truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but still caused serious injury. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, placing responsibility squarely on the driver’s distracted behavior.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle in Brooklyn▸Sep 5 - A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Utica Avenue. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper turning and lane usage by the sedan driver as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Lenox Road in Brooklyn at 18:22. A sedan was making a right turn when it struck a motorcycle traveling straight southbound. The motorcycle driver, a 38-year-old male, sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and remained conscious. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers at the point of impact. The sedan driver’s errors in lane usage and turning directly contributed to the collision and the resulting injuries to the motorcycle occupant.
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Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Sep 3 - A 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Kings Highway was struck by a GMC truck traveling south. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a GMC truck traveling south on Kings Highway struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the truck's center front end, with damage to the left front bumper. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights systemic dangers posed by driver inattention and failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.
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Three Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 18 - A sedan plowed into a cyclist on Linden Boulevard. The crash hurled the rider to the ground. His leg and foot shattered. Police cite traffic control ignored. Brooklyn street, blood, broken bones.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a 33-year-old male bicyclist at 21:25 on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, showing the sedan driver failed to obey signals or signs. The sedan, registered in New Jersey, struck the cyclist with its center front end. The bicycle's left front bumper was damaged. The cyclist wore no safety equipment, but the crash stemmed from driver error. The scene underscores the danger faced by people outside cars on city streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Unsafe Speed SUV Collision▸Sep 17 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with an SUV traveling at unsafe speed on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. The impact caused abrasions and upper arm injuries. The SUV driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:46 AM on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. A bicyclist making a left turn collided with a station wagon/SUV traveling eastbound. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both the SUV driver and the bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries, including abrasions. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from Maryland, struck the bicyclist with its center front end, causing significant vehicle damage. The police report highlights the SUV driver’s unsafe speed as a critical error leading to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior were noted in the report.
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Pedestrian Injured Near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn▸Sep 16 - A male pedestrian suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries outside an intersection in Brooklyn. The victim was conscious and not in the roadway at the time. Police reports list no driver errors or contributing factors for the crash.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured near 473 Utica Avenue in Brooklyn at 14:49. The pedestrian was conscious and sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report specifies the pedestrian was not in the roadway and was outside an intersection when the incident occurred. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no driver contributing factors such as failure to yield or reckless driving are recorded. The report does not list any pedestrian contributing factors either. The absence of identified driver errors or contributing factors in the police data highlights a gap in clarity about the cause of the crash, but confirms the pedestrian was hurt despite not being in the roadway.
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Motorcycle Collides with Parked SUV in Brooklyn▸Sep 16 - A motorcycle traveling south struck a parked SUV on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 67-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The SUV driver was unlicensed, and the sedan was also parked nearby.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A licensed 67-year-old male motorcycle driver traveling south collided with a parked station wagon/SUV driven by an unlicensed male. The motorcycle impacted the left side doors of the SUV, causing the rider to be ejected and sustain abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The report notes the SUV was parked at the time of impact, as was a nearby sedan with a driver holding a permit license. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the presence of an unlicensed driver operating the SUV highlights systemic danger. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment and was injured severely, but no fault or blame is placed on the victim.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Rockaway Parkway▸Sep 14 - A taxi driver distracted behind the wheel slammed into a slowing sedan on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The sedan’s driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front and rear damage, revealing the force of impact in the busy street.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Rockaway Parkway near Winthrop Street in Brooklyn at 4:00 a.m. A 28-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor twice, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain attention. Both vehicles were traveling south and slowing or stopping before the collision. The taxi struck the sedan’s center back end, damaging both vehicles’ center front and back ends. The sedan driver was the sole occupant in his vehicle, and the taxi also had one occupant. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the sedan driver or victim behaviors.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 12 - A sedan making a left turn struck a 61-year-old woman in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car’s bumper hit her head. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver caused serious harm.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Avenue A in Brooklyn made a left turn and struck a 61-year-old woman crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious after the crash. The impact came from the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision happened during the driver’s left turn while the pedestrian crossed legally. The pedestrian’s actions were not cited as contributing factors. Despite no vehicle damage, the pedestrian sustained significant harm.
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Sedan Strikes 15-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A 15-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn made a right turn at 7 p.m. and struck a 15-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end with no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way directly caused the collision, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were listed.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Caton Avenue▸Sep 8 - A 64-year-old man was struck while crossing Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The crash occurred near 7:51 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Caton Avenue struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside of a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian was injured across his entire body and was found semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not indicate any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was not at an intersection, and no crossing signal was involved. The report focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without assigning fault to the pedestrian.
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Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 5 - A box truck turning left struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The 45-year-old man suffered a concussion and injuries to his entire body. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Ralph Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with Ditmas Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion, and remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus during the maneuver. The truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but still caused serious injury. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, placing responsibility squarely on the driver’s distracted behavior.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle in Brooklyn▸Sep 5 - A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Utica Avenue. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper turning and lane usage by the sedan driver as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Lenox Road in Brooklyn at 18:22. A sedan was making a right turn when it struck a motorcycle traveling straight southbound. The motorcycle driver, a 38-year-old male, sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and remained conscious. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers at the point of impact. The sedan driver’s errors in lane usage and turning directly contributed to the collision and the resulting injuries to the motorcycle occupant.
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Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Sep 3 - A 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Kings Highway was struck by a GMC truck traveling south. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a GMC truck traveling south on Kings Highway struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the truck's center front end, with damage to the left front bumper. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights systemic dangers posed by driver inattention and failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.
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Three Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 17 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with an SUV traveling at unsafe speed on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. The impact caused abrasions and upper arm injuries. The SUV driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:46 AM on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. A bicyclist making a left turn collided with a station wagon/SUV traveling eastbound. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both the SUV driver and the bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries, including abrasions. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from Maryland, struck the bicyclist with its center front end, causing significant vehicle damage. The police report highlights the SUV driver’s unsafe speed as a critical error leading to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior were noted in the report.
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Pedestrian Injured Near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn▸Sep 16 - A male pedestrian suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries outside an intersection in Brooklyn. The victim was conscious and not in the roadway at the time. Police reports list no driver errors or contributing factors for the crash.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured near 473 Utica Avenue in Brooklyn at 14:49. The pedestrian was conscious and sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report specifies the pedestrian was not in the roadway and was outside an intersection when the incident occurred. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no driver contributing factors such as failure to yield or reckless driving are recorded. The report does not list any pedestrian contributing factors either. The absence of identified driver errors or contributing factors in the police data highlights a gap in clarity about the cause of the crash, but confirms the pedestrian was hurt despite not being in the roadway.
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Motorcycle Collides with Parked SUV in Brooklyn▸Sep 16 - A motorcycle traveling south struck a parked SUV on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 67-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The SUV driver was unlicensed, and the sedan was also parked nearby.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A licensed 67-year-old male motorcycle driver traveling south collided with a parked station wagon/SUV driven by an unlicensed male. The motorcycle impacted the left side doors of the SUV, causing the rider to be ejected and sustain abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The report notes the SUV was parked at the time of impact, as was a nearby sedan with a driver holding a permit license. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the presence of an unlicensed driver operating the SUV highlights systemic danger. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment and was injured severely, but no fault or blame is placed on the victim.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Rockaway Parkway▸Sep 14 - A taxi driver distracted behind the wheel slammed into a slowing sedan on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The sedan’s driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front and rear damage, revealing the force of impact in the busy street.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Rockaway Parkway near Winthrop Street in Brooklyn at 4:00 a.m. A 28-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor twice, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain attention. Both vehicles were traveling south and slowing or stopping before the collision. The taxi struck the sedan’s center back end, damaging both vehicles’ center front and back ends. The sedan driver was the sole occupant in his vehicle, and the taxi also had one occupant. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the sedan driver or victim behaviors.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 12 - A sedan making a left turn struck a 61-year-old woman in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car’s bumper hit her head. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver caused serious harm.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Avenue A in Brooklyn made a left turn and struck a 61-year-old woman crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious after the crash. The impact came from the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision happened during the driver’s left turn while the pedestrian crossed legally. The pedestrian’s actions were not cited as contributing factors. Despite no vehicle damage, the pedestrian sustained significant harm.
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Sedan Strikes 15-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A 15-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn made a right turn at 7 p.m. and struck a 15-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end with no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way directly caused the collision, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were listed.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Caton Avenue▸Sep 8 - A 64-year-old man was struck while crossing Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The crash occurred near 7:51 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Caton Avenue struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside of a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian was injured across his entire body and was found semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not indicate any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was not at an intersection, and no crossing signal was involved. The report focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without assigning fault to the pedestrian.
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Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 5 - A box truck turning left struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The 45-year-old man suffered a concussion and injuries to his entire body. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Ralph Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with Ditmas Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion, and remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus during the maneuver. The truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but still caused serious injury. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, placing responsibility squarely on the driver’s distracted behavior.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle in Brooklyn▸Sep 5 - A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Utica Avenue. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper turning and lane usage by the sedan driver as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Lenox Road in Brooklyn at 18:22. A sedan was making a right turn when it struck a motorcycle traveling straight southbound. The motorcycle driver, a 38-year-old male, sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and remained conscious. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers at the point of impact. The sedan driver’s errors in lane usage and turning directly contributed to the collision and the resulting injuries to the motorcycle occupant.
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Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Sep 3 - A 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Kings Highway was struck by a GMC truck traveling south. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a GMC truck traveling south on Kings Highway struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the truck's center front end, with damage to the left front bumper. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights systemic dangers posed by driver inattention and failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.
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Three Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 16 - A male pedestrian suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries outside an intersection in Brooklyn. The victim was conscious and not in the roadway at the time. Police reports list no driver errors or contributing factors for the crash.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured near 473 Utica Avenue in Brooklyn at 14:49. The pedestrian was conscious and sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report specifies the pedestrian was not in the roadway and was outside an intersection when the incident occurred. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no driver contributing factors such as failure to yield or reckless driving are recorded. The report does not list any pedestrian contributing factors either. The absence of identified driver errors or contributing factors in the police data highlights a gap in clarity about the cause of the crash, but confirms the pedestrian was hurt despite not being in the roadway.
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Motorcycle Collides with Parked SUV in Brooklyn▸Sep 16 - A motorcycle traveling south struck a parked SUV on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 67-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The SUV driver was unlicensed, and the sedan was also parked nearby.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A licensed 67-year-old male motorcycle driver traveling south collided with a parked station wagon/SUV driven by an unlicensed male. The motorcycle impacted the left side doors of the SUV, causing the rider to be ejected and sustain abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The report notes the SUV was parked at the time of impact, as was a nearby sedan with a driver holding a permit license. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the presence of an unlicensed driver operating the SUV highlights systemic danger. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment and was injured severely, but no fault or blame is placed on the victim.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Rockaway Parkway▸Sep 14 - A taxi driver distracted behind the wheel slammed into a slowing sedan on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The sedan’s driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front and rear damage, revealing the force of impact in the busy street.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Rockaway Parkway near Winthrop Street in Brooklyn at 4:00 a.m. A 28-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor twice, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain attention. Both vehicles were traveling south and slowing or stopping before the collision. The taxi struck the sedan’s center back end, damaging both vehicles’ center front and back ends. The sedan driver was the sole occupant in his vehicle, and the taxi also had one occupant. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the sedan driver or victim behaviors.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 12 - A sedan making a left turn struck a 61-year-old woman in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car’s bumper hit her head. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver caused serious harm.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Avenue A in Brooklyn made a left turn and struck a 61-year-old woman crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious after the crash. The impact came from the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision happened during the driver’s left turn while the pedestrian crossed legally. The pedestrian’s actions were not cited as contributing factors. Despite no vehicle damage, the pedestrian sustained significant harm.
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Sedan Strikes 15-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A 15-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn made a right turn at 7 p.m. and struck a 15-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end with no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way directly caused the collision, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were listed.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Caton Avenue▸Sep 8 - A 64-year-old man was struck while crossing Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The crash occurred near 7:51 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Caton Avenue struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside of a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian was injured across his entire body and was found semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not indicate any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was not at an intersection, and no crossing signal was involved. The report focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without assigning fault to the pedestrian.
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Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 5 - A box truck turning left struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The 45-year-old man suffered a concussion and injuries to his entire body. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Ralph Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with Ditmas Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion, and remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus during the maneuver. The truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but still caused serious injury. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, placing responsibility squarely on the driver’s distracted behavior.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle in Brooklyn▸Sep 5 - A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Utica Avenue. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper turning and lane usage by the sedan driver as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Lenox Road in Brooklyn at 18:22. A sedan was making a right turn when it struck a motorcycle traveling straight southbound. The motorcycle driver, a 38-year-old male, sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and remained conscious. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers at the point of impact. The sedan driver’s errors in lane usage and turning directly contributed to the collision and the resulting injuries to the motorcycle occupant.
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Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Sep 3 - A 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Kings Highway was struck by a GMC truck traveling south. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a GMC truck traveling south on Kings Highway struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the truck's center front end, with damage to the left front bumper. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights systemic dangers posed by driver inattention and failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.
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Three Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 16 - A motorcycle traveling south struck a parked SUV on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 67-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The SUV driver was unlicensed, and the sedan was also parked nearby.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A licensed 67-year-old male motorcycle driver traveling south collided with a parked station wagon/SUV driven by an unlicensed male. The motorcycle impacted the left side doors of the SUV, causing the rider to be ejected and sustain abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The report notes the SUV was parked at the time of impact, as was a nearby sedan with a driver holding a permit license. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the presence of an unlicensed driver operating the SUV highlights systemic danger. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment and was injured severely, but no fault or blame is placed on the victim.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Rockaway Parkway▸Sep 14 - A taxi driver distracted behind the wheel slammed into a slowing sedan on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The sedan’s driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front and rear damage, revealing the force of impact in the busy street.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Rockaway Parkway near Winthrop Street in Brooklyn at 4:00 a.m. A 28-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor twice, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain attention. Both vehicles were traveling south and slowing or stopping before the collision. The taxi struck the sedan’s center back end, damaging both vehicles’ center front and back ends. The sedan driver was the sole occupant in his vehicle, and the taxi also had one occupant. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the sedan driver or victim behaviors.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 12 - A sedan making a left turn struck a 61-year-old woman in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car’s bumper hit her head. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver caused serious harm.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Avenue A in Brooklyn made a left turn and struck a 61-year-old woman crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious after the crash. The impact came from the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision happened during the driver’s left turn while the pedestrian crossed legally. The pedestrian’s actions were not cited as contributing factors. Despite no vehicle damage, the pedestrian sustained significant harm.
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Sedan Strikes 15-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A 15-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn made a right turn at 7 p.m. and struck a 15-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end with no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way directly caused the collision, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were listed.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Caton Avenue▸Sep 8 - A 64-year-old man was struck while crossing Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The crash occurred near 7:51 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Caton Avenue struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside of a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian was injured across his entire body and was found semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not indicate any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was not at an intersection, and no crossing signal was involved. The report focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without assigning fault to the pedestrian.
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Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 5 - A box truck turning left struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The 45-year-old man suffered a concussion and injuries to his entire body. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Ralph Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with Ditmas Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion, and remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus during the maneuver. The truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but still caused serious injury. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, placing responsibility squarely on the driver’s distracted behavior.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle in Brooklyn▸Sep 5 - A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Utica Avenue. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper turning and lane usage by the sedan driver as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Lenox Road in Brooklyn at 18:22. A sedan was making a right turn when it struck a motorcycle traveling straight southbound. The motorcycle driver, a 38-year-old male, sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and remained conscious. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers at the point of impact. The sedan driver’s errors in lane usage and turning directly contributed to the collision and the resulting injuries to the motorcycle occupant.
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Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Sep 3 - A 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Kings Highway was struck by a GMC truck traveling south. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a GMC truck traveling south on Kings Highway struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the truck's center front end, with damage to the left front bumper. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights systemic dangers posed by driver inattention and failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.
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Three Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 14 - A taxi driver distracted behind the wheel slammed into a slowing sedan on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The sedan’s driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front and rear damage, revealing the force of impact in the busy street.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Rockaway Parkway near Winthrop Street in Brooklyn at 4:00 a.m. A 28-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor twice, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain attention. Both vehicles were traveling south and slowing or stopping before the collision. The taxi struck the sedan’s center back end, damaging both vehicles’ center front and back ends. The sedan driver was the sole occupant in his vehicle, and the taxi also had one occupant. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the sedan driver or victim behaviors.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 12 - A sedan making a left turn struck a 61-year-old woman in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car’s bumper hit her head. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver caused serious harm.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Avenue A in Brooklyn made a left turn and struck a 61-year-old woman crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious after the crash. The impact came from the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision happened during the driver’s left turn while the pedestrian crossed legally. The pedestrian’s actions were not cited as contributing factors. Despite no vehicle damage, the pedestrian sustained significant harm.
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Sedan Strikes 15-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A 15-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn made a right turn at 7 p.m. and struck a 15-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end with no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way directly caused the collision, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were listed.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Caton Avenue▸Sep 8 - A 64-year-old man was struck while crossing Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The crash occurred near 7:51 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Caton Avenue struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside of a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian was injured across his entire body and was found semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not indicate any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was not at an intersection, and no crossing signal was involved. The report focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without assigning fault to the pedestrian.
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Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 5 - A box truck turning left struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The 45-year-old man suffered a concussion and injuries to his entire body. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Ralph Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with Ditmas Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion, and remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus during the maneuver. The truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but still caused serious injury. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, placing responsibility squarely on the driver’s distracted behavior.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle in Brooklyn▸Sep 5 - A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Utica Avenue. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper turning and lane usage by the sedan driver as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Lenox Road in Brooklyn at 18:22. A sedan was making a right turn when it struck a motorcycle traveling straight southbound. The motorcycle driver, a 38-year-old male, sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and remained conscious. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers at the point of impact. The sedan driver’s errors in lane usage and turning directly contributed to the collision and the resulting injuries to the motorcycle occupant.
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Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Sep 3 - A 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Kings Highway was struck by a GMC truck traveling south. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a GMC truck traveling south on Kings Highway struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the truck's center front end, with damage to the left front bumper. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights systemic dangers posed by driver inattention and failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.
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Three Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 12 - A sedan making a left turn struck a 61-year-old woman in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car’s bumper hit her head. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver caused serious harm.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Avenue A in Brooklyn made a left turn and struck a 61-year-old woman crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious after the crash. The impact came from the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision happened during the driver’s left turn while the pedestrian crossed legally. The pedestrian’s actions were not cited as contributing factors. Despite no vehicle damage, the pedestrian sustained significant harm.
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Sedan Strikes 15-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A 15-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn made a right turn at 7 p.m. and struck a 15-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end with no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way directly caused the collision, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were listed.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Caton Avenue▸Sep 8 - A 64-year-old man was struck while crossing Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The crash occurred near 7:51 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Caton Avenue struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside of a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian was injured across his entire body and was found semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not indicate any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was not at an intersection, and no crossing signal was involved. The report focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without assigning fault to the pedestrian.
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Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 5 - A box truck turning left struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The 45-year-old man suffered a concussion and injuries to his entire body. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Ralph Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with Ditmas Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion, and remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus during the maneuver. The truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but still caused serious injury. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, placing responsibility squarely on the driver’s distracted behavior.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle in Brooklyn▸Sep 5 - A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Utica Avenue. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper turning and lane usage by the sedan driver as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Lenox Road in Brooklyn at 18:22. A sedan was making a right turn when it struck a motorcycle traveling straight southbound. The motorcycle driver, a 38-year-old male, sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and remained conscious. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers at the point of impact. The sedan driver’s errors in lane usage and turning directly contributed to the collision and the resulting injuries to the motorcycle occupant.
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Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Sep 3 - A 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Kings Highway was struck by a GMC truck traveling south. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a GMC truck traveling south on Kings Highway struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the truck's center front end, with damage to the left front bumper. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights systemic dangers posed by driver inattention and failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.
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Three Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 11 - A 15-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn made a right turn at 7 p.m. and struck a 15-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end with no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way directly caused the collision, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were listed.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Caton Avenue▸Sep 8 - A 64-year-old man was struck while crossing Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The crash occurred near 7:51 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Caton Avenue struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside of a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian was injured across his entire body and was found semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not indicate any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was not at an intersection, and no crossing signal was involved. The report focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without assigning fault to the pedestrian.
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Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 5 - A box truck turning left struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The 45-year-old man suffered a concussion and injuries to his entire body. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Ralph Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with Ditmas Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion, and remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus during the maneuver. The truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but still caused serious injury. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, placing responsibility squarely on the driver’s distracted behavior.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle in Brooklyn▸Sep 5 - A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Utica Avenue. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper turning and lane usage by the sedan driver as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Lenox Road in Brooklyn at 18:22. A sedan was making a right turn when it struck a motorcycle traveling straight southbound. The motorcycle driver, a 38-year-old male, sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and remained conscious. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers at the point of impact. The sedan driver’s errors in lane usage and turning directly contributed to the collision and the resulting injuries to the motorcycle occupant.
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Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Sep 3 - A 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Kings Highway was struck by a GMC truck traveling south. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a GMC truck traveling south on Kings Highway struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the truck's center front end, with damage to the left front bumper. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights systemic dangers posed by driver inattention and failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.
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Three Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 8 - A 64-year-old man was struck while crossing Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The crash occurred near 7:51 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Caton Avenue struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside of a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian was injured across his entire body and was found semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not indicate any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was not at an intersection, and no crossing signal was involved. The report focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without assigning fault to the pedestrian.
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Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 5 - A box truck turning left struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The 45-year-old man suffered a concussion and injuries to his entire body. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Ralph Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with Ditmas Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion, and remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus during the maneuver. The truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but still caused serious injury. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, placing responsibility squarely on the driver’s distracted behavior.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle in Brooklyn▸Sep 5 - A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Utica Avenue. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper turning and lane usage by the sedan driver as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Lenox Road in Brooklyn at 18:22. A sedan was making a right turn when it struck a motorcycle traveling straight southbound. The motorcycle driver, a 38-year-old male, sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and remained conscious. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers at the point of impact. The sedan driver’s errors in lane usage and turning directly contributed to the collision and the resulting injuries to the motorcycle occupant.
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Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Sep 3 - A 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Kings Highway was struck by a GMC truck traveling south. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a GMC truck traveling south on Kings Highway struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the truck's center front end, with damage to the left front bumper. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights systemic dangers posed by driver inattention and failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.
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Three Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 5 - A box truck turning left struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The 45-year-old man suffered a concussion and injuries to his entire body. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Ralph Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with Ditmas Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion, and remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus during the maneuver. The truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but still caused serious injury. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, placing responsibility squarely on the driver’s distracted behavior.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle in Brooklyn▸Sep 5 - A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Utica Avenue. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper turning and lane usage by the sedan driver as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Lenox Road in Brooklyn at 18:22. A sedan was making a right turn when it struck a motorcycle traveling straight southbound. The motorcycle driver, a 38-year-old male, sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and remained conscious. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers at the point of impact. The sedan driver’s errors in lane usage and turning directly contributed to the collision and the resulting injuries to the motorcycle occupant.
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Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Sep 3 - A 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Kings Highway was struck by a GMC truck traveling south. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a GMC truck traveling south on Kings Highway struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the truck's center front end, with damage to the left front bumper. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights systemic dangers posed by driver inattention and failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.
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Three Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 5 - A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Utica Avenue. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper turning and lane usage by the sedan driver as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Lenox Road in Brooklyn at 18:22. A sedan was making a right turn when it struck a motorcycle traveling straight southbound. The motorcycle driver, a 38-year-old male, sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and remained conscious. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers at the point of impact. The sedan driver’s errors in lane usage and turning directly contributed to the collision and the resulting injuries to the motorcycle occupant.
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Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Sep 3 - A 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Kings Highway was struck by a GMC truck traveling south. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a GMC truck traveling south on Kings Highway struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the truck's center front end, with damage to the left front bumper. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights systemic dangers posed by driver inattention and failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.
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Three Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 3 - A 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Kings Highway was struck by a GMC truck traveling south. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a GMC truck traveling south on Kings Highway struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the truck's center front end, with damage to the left front bumper. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights systemic dangers posed by driver inattention and failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.
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Three Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 1 - Three sedans crashed on Brooklyn Avenue. A 27-year-old driver was hurt. Metal twisted. Doors smashed. Police cite vehicle-related errors. The driver stayed conscious, bruised but alive.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Brooklyn Avenue near Glenwood Road in Brooklyn at 10:35 PM. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver, who suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver or vehicle-related errors. Impact points included the right side doors, center front end, and left front bumper. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets.
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Distracted Driver Injures Self in Brooklyn Sedan Crash▸Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Sep 1 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his sedan collided with a parked car on Rockaway Parkway. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the vehicle damaged at the right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:06 AM on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The 57-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling south, collided with a parked 2015 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Hyundai and the left rear bumper of the Toyota. The driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction even when no other road users are involved.
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Pedestrian Struck at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Aug 31 - A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Kings Highway. The crash caused head injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision’s impact and severity.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kings Highway and East 95 Street in Brooklyn at 9:11 p.m. The 66-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling southbound struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, suffering contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle was going straight ahead prior to impact and sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by speeding drivers at intersections.
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Alcohol and Distraction Injure Two Pedestrians▸Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Aug 31 - Two pedestrians, a child and a woman, struck crossing with the signal on Rockaway Parkway. Both suffered bruises. Police cite alcohol and driver distraction. Three vehicles involved. System failed to protect them.
Two pedestrians—a 3-year-old girl and a 23-year-old woman—were struck and injured while crossing Rockaway Parkway at Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both were crossing with the signal when hit by vehicles traveling north. The child suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot; the woman had head injuries. The crash involved two sedans and an SUV. Police cite alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The 61-year-old male driver was also injured. The police report highlights alcohol impairment and distraction as key driver errors. Victim actions were not listed as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected After Striking Parked Sedan▸Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Aug 30 - E-bike slammed into parked BMW on Glenwood Road. Rider, 39, thrown off. Suffered bruises and arm injuries. Parked car stood silent. Metal met flesh. Brooklyn street, danger waits.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old man riding an e-bike eastbound collided with the left side doors of a parked BMW sedan on Glenwood Road in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify explicit driver errors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No information was provided about helmet use or signals. The crash left the e-bike rider conscious but hurt, underscoring the threat parked vehicles pose to people moving through city streets.
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Aggressive Driving Ejects Two on Avenue A▸Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Aug 29 - Two people thrown from vehicles in Brooklyn. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change led to violent crash. Both suffered serious injuries. Metal and bodies hit hard. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an open body vehicle collided on Avenue A in Brooklyn at 9:44 PM. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger partially ejected and seriously injured. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,' 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both victims suffered fractures and abrasions. The sedan sustained front-end damage. Driver errors, including aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes, are listed as primary causes. No victim actions or equipment use contributed to the crash.
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Motorcycle Collides With Turning Audi on Linden▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle crashed into a turning Audi on Linden Boulevard at East 51st. Metal shrieked. The rider’s arm was crushed. No helmet. Morning broke with pain and sirens. The street bore witness to another wound.
A violent collision unfolded on Linden Boulevard at East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle 'slammed into the front of a turning Audi.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore no helmet, suffered a crushed arm. The report describes the moment: 'Metal groaned. Morning broke with the sound of bone and the echo of pain.' The Audi, a 2020 SUV, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. Police data lists the pre-crash actions as 'Going Straight Ahead' for the motorcycle and 'Making Left Turn' for the Audi. Contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified,' and the report does not cite any specific driver errors. The only victim behavior noted is the absence of a helmet, mentioned after the sequence of driver actions. The crash highlights the persistent dangers at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic collide.
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Two Sedans Collide on Utica Avenue, Child Injured▸Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Aug 28 - A collision between two sedans on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn left an 11-year-old front-seat passenger with an eye contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing center and left front-end damage. The child remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:04 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The vehicles were traveling north and west, respectively, and the point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. An 11-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining an eye contusion and a bruise. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.
Aug 28 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Brooklyn. The impact struck the cyclist’s left elbow and lower arm, causing shock and pain. The sedan was avoiding an object in the road at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near 3301 Foster Avenue at 3:36 PM. A 33-year-old male bicyclist, traveling north, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved a sedan also traveling north, which was attempting to avoid an object in the roadway. The sedan’s right side doors struck the bicyclist, while another parked sedan was hit on its left rear bumper. The contributing factor cited was 'Outside Car Distraction,' indicating driver error. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist’s unlicensed status is noted but not listed as a contributing factor.