Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 67?
Four Dead, Thousands Hurt: City Leaders Watch, Streets Bleed
Precinct 67: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 19, 2025
The Numbers Do Not Lie
Nine dead. Forty seriously hurt. Over 3,300 injured. That is the toll of traffic violence in Precinct 67 since 2022. The dead do not get a second chance. The wounded carry scars you cannot see. In the last twelve months alone, four people died and more than a thousand were injured on these streets. The disaster is slow, but it does not stop.
Recent Crashes: Lives Shattered, Families Changed
Just this May, a woman crossing with the signal at E 95th Street and Rutland Road was killed by a turning sedan. The driver was distracted. She died in the crosswalk, crushed in the chest. The record shows only this: “Apparent Death” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” (NYC Open Data).
A year earlier, a 74-year-old woman was killed at Avenue D and New York Avenue. She had the light. The driver failed to yield. The record is spare: “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” (NYC Open Data).
Most victims are on foot. Most drivers walk away.
Leadership: Promises and Silence
The city has the power to lower speed limits. Albany handed it over. But the default speed is still too high. The council can act. The precinct can enforce. The tools are there. The bodies keep coming.
Police can do more. They can target speeders, reckless drivers, and those who fail to yield. They can focus on the places where people keep getting hit. They can write tickets. They can make it clear: the law is not a suggestion.
The NYPD Commissioner Tisch stated, “Our message to drivers was clear: follow the rules or face the law.”
But the numbers show the message is not getting through. Four dead in a year.
What Now: No More Waiting
Every day of delay is another family broken. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand action. Demand lower speeds, real enforcement, and streets built for people, not just cars. The dead cannot speak. The living must.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Precinct 67 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Precinct 67?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 67?
▸ What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
▸ Are crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812813 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-19
- Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground, ABC7, Published 2025-07-19
- Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-18
- Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-18
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
Other Representatives
District 41
3520 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11229
Room 324, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 41
400 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212
718-953-3097
250 Broadway, Suite 1856, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
District 19
1222 E. 96th St., Brooklyn, NY 11236
Room 409, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ 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
Hit-And-Run Drivers Strike Brooklyn, Bronx▸A man crossing near Broadway Junction died after a gray Ford hit him. The driver fled. Hours later, a Mustang plowed into six in the Bronx. Both drivers vanished. The city counts 55 pedestrian deaths this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-04) reports a 36-year-old man was killed crossing Broadway and East New York Ave. in Brooklyn when a gray Ford struck him and fled. Hours later, a Ford Mustang hit six people in the Bronx, then the driver and passenger ran off. The article notes, 'It was the second hit-and-run in the five boroughs in 24 hours.' Police said, 'As of Thursday, 55 pedestrians have been killed by vehicles while crossing city streets.' Both drivers remain at large. The incidents highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes.
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Hit-And-Run Drivers Strike Brooklyn, Bronx,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-04
Driver Drags Officer Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A driver fled a Brooklyn traffic stop, dragging an officer with the car. The officer was hurt. The suspect vanished south on Coney Island Avenue. The search continues. Metal, flesh, and fear on Ocean Parkway.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a driver fled a traffic stop near Ocean Parkway and Avenue X in Sheepshead Bay, dragging an NYPD officer with a black Honda Pilot. The officer suffered minor injuries. ABC7 quotes, "the 36-year-old suspect fled the attempted traffic stop, dragging the officer as he drove away." Police said the driver was wanted for a prior infraction. The incident highlights the risks of traffic enforcement and the dangers posed by drivers who evade police, putting both officers and bystanders at risk.
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Driver Drags Officer Fleeing Traffic Stop,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
Motorcycle Ejection on Utica Avenue Collision▸A motorcycle slammed into sedans on Utica Avenue. One rider was ejected and injured. Driver inexperience and reaction to another vehicle played a role. The street bore the scars.
A crash at 837 Utica Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other injuries. The crash highlights the danger when inexperience and sudden reactions collide on city streets.
Child Killed By SUV In Crown Heights▸An eight-year-old boy died after a Honda SUV struck him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Ave. He was dragged under the car. Blood pooled. His sister watched. The driver stayed. No arrest. The city investigates.
NY Daily News (2025-06-29) reports an 8-year-old boy was fatally struck by a 69-year-old Honda Pilot driver at Eastern Parkway and Albany Ave. in Brooklyn. The boy was crossing when hit; witnesses saw him dragged from under the SUV. The article quotes, "I saw the kid being dragged from underneath the car by a woman." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made. NYPD Collision Squad investigates. The crash highlights persistent dangers at city intersections and the lethal risk large vehicles pose to children.
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Child Killed By SUV In Crown Heights,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Clarkson Ave▸A Ford sedan hit a 31-year-old woman crossing Clarkson Ave with the signal. She suffered leg and internal injuries. The car struck her at the intersection’s center front end.
A Ford sedan traveling southeast on Clarkson Ave struck a 31-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with Schenectady Ave. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the sedan, making a left turn, hit her with its center front end. The woman sustained knee, lower leg, foot, and internal injuries. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor.
2SUVs Collide at Unsafe Speed on Church Ave▸Two SUVs slammed together on Church Ave. Speed ruled the crash. Two people hurt, shock and pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. Two occupants, a 38-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger, suffered injuries. Both experienced shock, with injuries to the abdomen, pelvis, and neck. Three others were involved but had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for all parties. No other factors were cited.
Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash▸Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
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Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
SUVs Collide on Utica Avenue, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Utica Avenue. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Utica Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured in the back. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The impact struck the center back end of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Other occupants, including a 64-year-old front passenger, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the ongoing danger of driver distraction on city streets.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
Improper Lane Use Injures Cyclist on Church Ave▸A cyclist struck on Church Ave. Improper lane use. Bruised leg. Night air thick with risk. Brooklyn street, blood on the blacktop.
A bicyclist was injured on Church Ave at Woods Pl in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to use lanes properly.
Improper Lane Use Injures Two on Beverley Road▸Two drivers hurt in a Brooklyn crash. Sedans collide. Improper lane use. Airbags deploy. Pain, bruises, chaos. System failed to protect. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in improper passing or lane usage. Two drivers, a 36-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered injuries—one to the leg, one to the abdomen. Both were conscious after the crash. The woman drove without a license. Airbags deployed in both cars. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system failed to prevent harm.
Sedans Collide on Avenue D, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
A man crossing near Broadway Junction died after a gray Ford hit him. The driver fled. Hours later, a Mustang plowed into six in the Bronx. Both drivers vanished. The city counts 55 pedestrian deaths this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-04) reports a 36-year-old man was killed crossing Broadway and East New York Ave. in Brooklyn when a gray Ford struck him and fled. Hours later, a Ford Mustang hit six people in the Bronx, then the driver and passenger ran off. The article notes, 'It was the second hit-and-run in the five boroughs in 24 hours.' Police said, 'As of Thursday, 55 pedestrians have been killed by vehicles while crossing city streets.' Both drivers remain at large. The incidents highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes.
- Hit-And-Run Drivers Strike Brooklyn, Bronx, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-04
Driver Drags Officer Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A driver fled a Brooklyn traffic stop, dragging an officer with the car. The officer was hurt. The suspect vanished south on Coney Island Avenue. The search continues. Metal, flesh, and fear on Ocean Parkway.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a driver fled a traffic stop near Ocean Parkway and Avenue X in Sheepshead Bay, dragging an NYPD officer with a black Honda Pilot. The officer suffered minor injuries. ABC7 quotes, "the 36-year-old suspect fled the attempted traffic stop, dragging the officer as he drove away." Police said the driver was wanted for a prior infraction. The incident highlights the risks of traffic enforcement and the dangers posed by drivers who evade police, putting both officers and bystanders at risk.
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Driver Drags Officer Fleeing Traffic Stop,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
Motorcycle Ejection on Utica Avenue Collision▸A motorcycle slammed into sedans on Utica Avenue. One rider was ejected and injured. Driver inexperience and reaction to another vehicle played a role. The street bore the scars.
A crash at 837 Utica Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other injuries. The crash highlights the danger when inexperience and sudden reactions collide on city streets.
Child Killed By SUV In Crown Heights▸An eight-year-old boy died after a Honda SUV struck him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Ave. He was dragged under the car. Blood pooled. His sister watched. The driver stayed. No arrest. The city investigates.
NY Daily News (2025-06-29) reports an 8-year-old boy was fatally struck by a 69-year-old Honda Pilot driver at Eastern Parkway and Albany Ave. in Brooklyn. The boy was crossing when hit; witnesses saw him dragged from under the SUV. The article quotes, "I saw the kid being dragged from underneath the car by a woman." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made. NYPD Collision Squad investigates. The crash highlights persistent dangers at city intersections and the lethal risk large vehicles pose to children.
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Child Killed By SUV In Crown Heights,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Clarkson Ave▸A Ford sedan hit a 31-year-old woman crossing Clarkson Ave with the signal. She suffered leg and internal injuries. The car struck her at the intersection’s center front end.
A Ford sedan traveling southeast on Clarkson Ave struck a 31-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with Schenectady Ave. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the sedan, making a left turn, hit her with its center front end. The woman sustained knee, lower leg, foot, and internal injuries. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor.
2SUVs Collide at Unsafe Speed on Church Ave▸Two SUVs slammed together on Church Ave. Speed ruled the crash. Two people hurt, shock and pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. Two occupants, a 38-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger, suffered injuries. Both experienced shock, with injuries to the abdomen, pelvis, and neck. Three others were involved but had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for all parties. No other factors were cited.
Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash▸Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
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Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
SUVs Collide on Utica Avenue, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Utica Avenue. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Utica Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured in the back. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The impact struck the center back end of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Other occupants, including a 64-year-old front passenger, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the ongoing danger of driver distraction on city streets.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
Improper Lane Use Injures Cyclist on Church Ave▸A cyclist struck on Church Ave. Improper lane use. Bruised leg. Night air thick with risk. Brooklyn street, blood on the blacktop.
A bicyclist was injured on Church Ave at Woods Pl in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to use lanes properly.
Improper Lane Use Injures Two on Beverley Road▸Two drivers hurt in a Brooklyn crash. Sedans collide. Improper lane use. Airbags deploy. Pain, bruises, chaos. System failed to protect. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in improper passing or lane usage. Two drivers, a 36-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered injuries—one to the leg, one to the abdomen. Both were conscious after the crash. The woman drove without a license. Airbags deployed in both cars. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system failed to prevent harm.
Sedans Collide on Avenue D, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
A driver fled a Brooklyn traffic stop, dragging an officer with the car. The officer was hurt. The suspect vanished south on Coney Island Avenue. The search continues. Metal, flesh, and fear on Ocean Parkway.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a driver fled a traffic stop near Ocean Parkway and Avenue X in Sheepshead Bay, dragging an NYPD officer with a black Honda Pilot. The officer suffered minor injuries. ABC7 quotes, "the 36-year-old suspect fled the attempted traffic stop, dragging the officer as he drove away." Police said the driver was wanted for a prior infraction. The incident highlights the risks of traffic enforcement and the dangers posed by drivers who evade police, putting both officers and bystanders at risk.
- Driver Drags Officer Fleeing Traffic Stop, ABC7, Published 2025-07-03
Motorcycle Ejection on Utica Avenue Collision▸A motorcycle slammed into sedans on Utica Avenue. One rider was ejected and injured. Driver inexperience and reaction to another vehicle played a role. The street bore the scars.
A crash at 837 Utica Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other injuries. The crash highlights the danger when inexperience and sudden reactions collide on city streets.
Child Killed By SUV In Crown Heights▸An eight-year-old boy died after a Honda SUV struck him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Ave. He was dragged under the car. Blood pooled. His sister watched. The driver stayed. No arrest. The city investigates.
NY Daily News (2025-06-29) reports an 8-year-old boy was fatally struck by a 69-year-old Honda Pilot driver at Eastern Parkway and Albany Ave. in Brooklyn. The boy was crossing when hit; witnesses saw him dragged from under the SUV. The article quotes, "I saw the kid being dragged from underneath the car by a woman." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made. NYPD Collision Squad investigates. The crash highlights persistent dangers at city intersections and the lethal risk large vehicles pose to children.
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Child Killed By SUV In Crown Heights,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Clarkson Ave▸A Ford sedan hit a 31-year-old woman crossing Clarkson Ave with the signal. She suffered leg and internal injuries. The car struck her at the intersection’s center front end.
A Ford sedan traveling southeast on Clarkson Ave struck a 31-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with Schenectady Ave. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the sedan, making a left turn, hit her with its center front end. The woman sustained knee, lower leg, foot, and internal injuries. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor.
2SUVs Collide at Unsafe Speed on Church Ave▸Two SUVs slammed together on Church Ave. Speed ruled the crash. Two people hurt, shock and pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. Two occupants, a 38-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger, suffered injuries. Both experienced shock, with injuries to the abdomen, pelvis, and neck. Three others were involved but had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for all parties. No other factors were cited.
Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash▸Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
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Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
SUVs Collide on Utica Avenue, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Utica Avenue. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Utica Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured in the back. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The impact struck the center back end of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Other occupants, including a 64-year-old front passenger, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the ongoing danger of driver distraction on city streets.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
Improper Lane Use Injures Cyclist on Church Ave▸A cyclist struck on Church Ave. Improper lane use. Bruised leg. Night air thick with risk. Brooklyn street, blood on the blacktop.
A bicyclist was injured on Church Ave at Woods Pl in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to use lanes properly.
Improper Lane Use Injures Two on Beverley Road▸Two drivers hurt in a Brooklyn crash. Sedans collide. Improper lane use. Airbags deploy. Pain, bruises, chaos. System failed to protect. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in improper passing or lane usage. Two drivers, a 36-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered injuries—one to the leg, one to the abdomen. Both were conscious after the crash. The woman drove without a license. Airbags deployed in both cars. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system failed to prevent harm.
Sedans Collide on Avenue D, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
A motorcycle slammed into sedans on Utica Avenue. One rider was ejected and injured. Driver inexperience and reaction to another vehicle played a role. The street bore the scars.
A crash at 837 Utica Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other injuries. The crash highlights the danger when inexperience and sudden reactions collide on city streets.
Child Killed By SUV In Crown Heights▸An eight-year-old boy died after a Honda SUV struck him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Ave. He was dragged under the car. Blood pooled. His sister watched. The driver stayed. No arrest. The city investigates.
NY Daily News (2025-06-29) reports an 8-year-old boy was fatally struck by a 69-year-old Honda Pilot driver at Eastern Parkway and Albany Ave. in Brooklyn. The boy was crossing when hit; witnesses saw him dragged from under the SUV. The article quotes, "I saw the kid being dragged from underneath the car by a woman." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made. NYPD Collision Squad investigates. The crash highlights persistent dangers at city intersections and the lethal risk large vehicles pose to children.
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Child Killed By SUV In Crown Heights,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Clarkson Ave▸A Ford sedan hit a 31-year-old woman crossing Clarkson Ave with the signal. She suffered leg and internal injuries. The car struck her at the intersection’s center front end.
A Ford sedan traveling southeast on Clarkson Ave struck a 31-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with Schenectady Ave. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the sedan, making a left turn, hit her with its center front end. The woman sustained knee, lower leg, foot, and internal injuries. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor.
2SUVs Collide at Unsafe Speed on Church Ave▸Two SUVs slammed together on Church Ave. Speed ruled the crash. Two people hurt, shock and pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. Two occupants, a 38-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger, suffered injuries. Both experienced shock, with injuries to the abdomen, pelvis, and neck. Three others were involved but had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for all parties. No other factors were cited.
Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash▸Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
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Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
SUVs Collide on Utica Avenue, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Utica Avenue. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Utica Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured in the back. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The impact struck the center back end of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Other occupants, including a 64-year-old front passenger, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the ongoing danger of driver distraction on city streets.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
Improper Lane Use Injures Cyclist on Church Ave▸A cyclist struck on Church Ave. Improper lane use. Bruised leg. Night air thick with risk. Brooklyn street, blood on the blacktop.
A bicyclist was injured on Church Ave at Woods Pl in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to use lanes properly.
Improper Lane Use Injures Two on Beverley Road▸Two drivers hurt in a Brooklyn crash. Sedans collide. Improper lane use. Airbags deploy. Pain, bruises, chaos. System failed to protect. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in improper passing or lane usage. Two drivers, a 36-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered injuries—one to the leg, one to the abdomen. Both were conscious after the crash. The woman drove without a license. Airbags deployed in both cars. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system failed to prevent harm.
Sedans Collide on Avenue D, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
An eight-year-old boy died after a Honda SUV struck him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Ave. He was dragged under the car. Blood pooled. His sister watched. The driver stayed. No arrest. The city investigates.
NY Daily News (2025-06-29) reports an 8-year-old boy was fatally struck by a 69-year-old Honda Pilot driver at Eastern Parkway and Albany Ave. in Brooklyn. The boy was crossing when hit; witnesses saw him dragged from under the SUV. The article quotes, "I saw the kid being dragged from underneath the car by a woman." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made. NYPD Collision Squad investigates. The crash highlights persistent dangers at city intersections and the lethal risk large vehicles pose to children.
- Child Killed By SUV In Crown Heights, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Clarkson Ave▸A Ford sedan hit a 31-year-old woman crossing Clarkson Ave with the signal. She suffered leg and internal injuries. The car struck her at the intersection’s center front end.
A Ford sedan traveling southeast on Clarkson Ave struck a 31-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with Schenectady Ave. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the sedan, making a left turn, hit her with its center front end. The woman sustained knee, lower leg, foot, and internal injuries. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor.
2SUVs Collide at Unsafe Speed on Church Ave▸Two SUVs slammed together on Church Ave. Speed ruled the crash. Two people hurt, shock and pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. Two occupants, a 38-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger, suffered injuries. Both experienced shock, with injuries to the abdomen, pelvis, and neck. Three others were involved but had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for all parties. No other factors were cited.
Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash▸Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
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Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
SUVs Collide on Utica Avenue, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Utica Avenue. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Utica Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured in the back. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The impact struck the center back end of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Other occupants, including a 64-year-old front passenger, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the ongoing danger of driver distraction on city streets.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
Improper Lane Use Injures Cyclist on Church Ave▸A cyclist struck on Church Ave. Improper lane use. Bruised leg. Night air thick with risk. Brooklyn street, blood on the blacktop.
A bicyclist was injured on Church Ave at Woods Pl in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to use lanes properly.
Improper Lane Use Injures Two on Beverley Road▸Two drivers hurt in a Brooklyn crash. Sedans collide. Improper lane use. Airbags deploy. Pain, bruises, chaos. System failed to protect. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in improper passing or lane usage. Two drivers, a 36-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered injuries—one to the leg, one to the abdomen. Both were conscious after the crash. The woman drove without a license. Airbags deployed in both cars. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system failed to prevent harm.
Sedans Collide on Avenue D, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
A Ford sedan hit a 31-year-old woman crossing Clarkson Ave with the signal. She suffered leg and internal injuries. The car struck her at the intersection’s center front end.
A Ford sedan traveling southeast on Clarkson Ave struck a 31-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with Schenectady Ave. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the sedan, making a left turn, hit her with its center front end. The woman sustained knee, lower leg, foot, and internal injuries. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor.
2SUVs Collide at Unsafe Speed on Church Ave▸Two SUVs slammed together on Church Ave. Speed ruled the crash. Two people hurt, shock and pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. Two occupants, a 38-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger, suffered injuries. Both experienced shock, with injuries to the abdomen, pelvis, and neck. Three others were involved but had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for all parties. No other factors were cited.
Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash▸Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
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Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
SUVs Collide on Utica Avenue, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Utica Avenue. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Utica Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured in the back. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The impact struck the center back end of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Other occupants, including a 64-year-old front passenger, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the ongoing danger of driver distraction on city streets.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
Improper Lane Use Injures Cyclist on Church Ave▸A cyclist struck on Church Ave. Improper lane use. Bruised leg. Night air thick with risk. Brooklyn street, blood on the blacktop.
A bicyclist was injured on Church Ave at Woods Pl in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to use lanes properly.
Improper Lane Use Injures Two on Beverley Road▸Two drivers hurt in a Brooklyn crash. Sedans collide. Improper lane use. Airbags deploy. Pain, bruises, chaos. System failed to protect. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in improper passing or lane usage. Two drivers, a 36-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered injuries—one to the leg, one to the abdomen. Both were conscious after the crash. The woman drove without a license. Airbags deployed in both cars. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system failed to prevent harm.
Sedans Collide on Avenue D, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
Two SUVs slammed together on Church Ave. Speed ruled the crash. Two people hurt, shock and pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. Two occupants, a 38-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger, suffered injuries. Both experienced shock, with injuries to the abdomen, pelvis, and neck. Three others were involved but had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for all parties. No other factors were cited.
Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash▸Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
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Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
SUVs Collide on Utica Avenue, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Utica Avenue. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Utica Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured in the back. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The impact struck the center back end of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Other occupants, including a 64-year-old front passenger, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the ongoing danger of driver distraction on city streets.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
Improper Lane Use Injures Cyclist on Church Ave▸A cyclist struck on Church Ave. Improper lane use. Bruised leg. Night air thick with risk. Brooklyn street, blood on the blacktop.
A bicyclist was injured on Church Ave at Woods Pl in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to use lanes properly.
Improper Lane Use Injures Two on Beverley Road▸Two drivers hurt in a Brooklyn crash. Sedans collide. Improper lane use. Airbags deploy. Pain, bruises, chaos. System failed to protect. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in improper passing or lane usage. Two drivers, a 36-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered injuries—one to the leg, one to the abdomen. Both were conscious after the crash. The woman drove without a license. Airbags deployed in both cars. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system failed to prevent harm.
Sedans Collide on Avenue D, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
- Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-24
SUVs Collide on Utica Avenue, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Utica Avenue. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Utica Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured in the back. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The impact struck the center back end of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Other occupants, including a 64-year-old front passenger, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the ongoing danger of driver distraction on city streets.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
Improper Lane Use Injures Cyclist on Church Ave▸A cyclist struck on Church Ave. Improper lane use. Bruised leg. Night air thick with risk. Brooklyn street, blood on the blacktop.
A bicyclist was injured on Church Ave at Woods Pl in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to use lanes properly.
Improper Lane Use Injures Two on Beverley Road▸Two drivers hurt in a Brooklyn crash. Sedans collide. Improper lane use. Airbags deploy. Pain, bruises, chaos. System failed to protect. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in improper passing or lane usage. Two drivers, a 36-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered injuries—one to the leg, one to the abdomen. Both were conscious after the crash. The woman drove without a license. Airbags deployed in both cars. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system failed to prevent harm.
Sedans Collide on Avenue D, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
Two SUVs slammed together on Utica Avenue. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Utica Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured in the back. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The impact struck the center back end of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Other occupants, including a 64-year-old front passenger, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the ongoing danger of driver distraction on city streets.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
Improper Lane Use Injures Cyclist on Church Ave▸A cyclist struck on Church Ave. Improper lane use. Bruised leg. Night air thick with risk. Brooklyn street, blood on the blacktop.
A bicyclist was injured on Church Ave at Woods Pl in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to use lanes properly.
Improper Lane Use Injures Two on Beverley Road▸Two drivers hurt in a Brooklyn crash. Sedans collide. Improper lane use. Airbags deploy. Pain, bruises, chaos. System failed to protect. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in improper passing or lane usage. Two drivers, a 36-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered injuries—one to the leg, one to the abdomen. Both were conscious after the crash. The woman drove without a license. Airbags deployed in both cars. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system failed to prevent harm.
Sedans Collide on Avenue D, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
- Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-22
Improper Lane Use Injures Cyclist on Church Ave▸A cyclist struck on Church Ave. Improper lane use. Bruised leg. Night air thick with risk. Brooklyn street, blood on the blacktop.
A bicyclist was injured on Church Ave at Woods Pl in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to use lanes properly.
Improper Lane Use Injures Two on Beverley Road▸Two drivers hurt in a Brooklyn crash. Sedans collide. Improper lane use. Airbags deploy. Pain, bruises, chaos. System failed to protect. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in improper passing or lane usage. Two drivers, a 36-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered injuries—one to the leg, one to the abdomen. Both were conscious after the crash. The woman drove without a license. Airbags deployed in both cars. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system failed to prevent harm.
Sedans Collide on Avenue D, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
A cyclist struck on Church Ave. Improper lane use. Bruised leg. Night air thick with risk. Brooklyn street, blood on the blacktop.
A bicyclist was injured on Church Ave at Woods Pl in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to use lanes properly.
Improper Lane Use Injures Two on Beverley Road▸Two drivers hurt in a Brooklyn crash. Sedans collide. Improper lane use. Airbags deploy. Pain, bruises, chaos. System failed to protect. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in improper passing or lane usage. Two drivers, a 36-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered injuries—one to the leg, one to the abdomen. Both were conscious after the crash. The woman drove without a license. Airbags deployed in both cars. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system failed to prevent harm.
Sedans Collide on Avenue D, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
Two drivers hurt in a Brooklyn crash. Sedans collide. Improper lane use. Airbags deploy. Pain, bruises, chaos. System failed to protect. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in improper passing or lane usage. Two drivers, a 36-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered injuries—one to the leg, one to the abdomen. Both were conscious after the crash. The woman drove without a license. Airbags deployed in both cars. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system failed to prevent harm.
Sedans Collide on Avenue D, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
Two sedans smashed on Avenue D. Both drivers injured. Neck whiplash, shock. Police cite vehicle vandalism. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed at Avenue D and East 35th Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 21 and 62, were injured. One suffered neck whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Vehicle Vandalism' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. The report notes one driver wore a lap belt. The crash left metal bent and lives shaken.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
- Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-13
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Clarendon Road▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
A motorcycle and SUV collided on Clarendon Road. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered abrasions. Both vehicles went straight. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A crash on Clarendon Road in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both traveling west. The 27-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center back end. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver errors are specified in the data.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
- Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-11
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Linden Blvd▸SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
SUV stopped in traffic. Sedan slammed into its rear. Passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan struck the rear of a stopped SUV on Linden Blvd at Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 52-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, slowing or stopping, hit its center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
2Driver Falls Asleep, Multiple Injured on Rockaway Parkway▸A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
A driver fell asleep on Rockaway Parkway. Three men suffered injuries. Two drivers reported whiplash. A passenger’s leg was hurt. The crash left bodies aching and cars broken. Brooklyn’s streets again proved deadly for those inside.
Three men were injured in a crash involving sedans on Rockaway Parkway at Lenox Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision occurred when a driver 'fell asleep.' Two drivers suffered whiplash, and a front passenger sustained a leg injury. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left multiple vehicle occupants hurt, with injuries ranging from back and leg pain to trauma across the body. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The toll of driver fatigue and inattention is clear in the aftermath.
Sedan Crash on Troy Avenue Injures Two Passengers▸A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
A sedan struck on Troy Avenue. Two passengers hurt. One with neck pain, one with back injury. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets stay dangerous. No answers. Only pain.
A sedan was involved in a crash on Troy Avenue at Avenue D in Brooklyn. Two passengers, a 40-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. According to the police report, both the driver and passengers were conscious after the collision. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data. The crash left two people injured, with no clear cause named by police.
Sedan Turns, Strikes E-Scooter on E New York Ave▸A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
A sedan turned right and hit an e-scooter on E New York Ave. The scooter rider suffered neck pain and shock. Two children and two adults were in the car. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan making a right turn on E New York Ave at Rochester Ave collided with an e-scooter traveling straight. According to the police report, the e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Two children and two adults occupied the sedan; their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved the sedan's right front bumper and the scooter's front end. The report notes the e-scooter driver was not using safety equipment, but no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Clarendon Road Crash▸A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
A sedan turned left on Clarendon Road. A motorcycle sped east. The two collided. The motorcyclist flew from his bike. He suffered a head injury. The sedan driver walked away. Failure to yield and unsafe speed fueled the crash.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Clarendon Road and East 56th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. The 21-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe lacerations. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.