No More Bodies in the Crosswalk—Drop the Speed, Save a Life

A 30-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after being struck by an SUV while crossing at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised. The crash occurred on Willmohr Street in Brooklyn at 7:23 p.m.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a Ford SUV struck him at the intersection of Willmohr Street and East 98th Street in Brooklyn at 7:23 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors from the pedestrian or the driver, and no driver errors such as failure to yield were explicitly cited. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle was unoccupied by any passengers, and no additional details about driver actions or vehicle damage were provided. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing legally.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799522, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 49-year-old woman crossing with the signal suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV making a left turn struck her on Snyder Avenue. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a collision that left the pedestrian bruised but conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Snyder Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:30 AM. A 49-year-old female pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when she was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian on the left front quarter panel, causing contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were mentioned. The driver, a licensed male in a 2013 SUV, did not yield while turning, directly causing the collision and injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790568, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 61-year-old cyclist was thrown from his bike when a southbound sedan hit him on East 46th Street near Foster Avenue. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still, head split, the street marked by violence.

According to the police report, a 61-year-old man riding a bike eastbound on East 46th Street near Foster Avenue was struck by a southbound Honda sedan at approximately 1:00 PM in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered severe head trauma, with blood pooling on the pavement. The sedan’s center front end was crumpled from the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the police report does not list helmet use as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were described as going straight ahead before the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no details on specific driver errors. The impact location and narrative underscore the violence of the collision and the vulnerability of the cyclist in the face of a fast-moving vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789911, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 59-year-old woman suffered a concussion after being hit while crossing Foster Avenue outside a crosswalk. The SUV driver, traveling eastbound, showed no damage to his vehicle. The crash exposed risks for pedestrians crossing without signals in busy Brooklyn streets.

According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 8:58 p.m. on Foster Avenue in Brooklyn. She was crossing the street outside of a crosswalk or signal when she was struck by a 2017 Nissan SUV traveling eastbound. The report states the vehicle had no damage, indicating a low-speed impact, but the pedestrian sustained a concussion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly cited. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. This incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block or without signals, emphasizing systemic risks on Brooklyn streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789815, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 31-year-old woman suffered back injuries and shock after an SUV hit her while she crossed Albany Avenue with the signal. The vehicle was making a right turn westbound when it struck her at the intersection, causing significant trauma and pain complaints.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:41 on Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A Station Wagon/SUV was making a right turn traveling west when it struck a 31-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained back injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the pedestrian. The driver's actions—making a right turn and striking a pedestrian crossing legally—highlight critical dangers posed by vehicle maneuvers at intersections. No driver license status or other driver details were provided.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789840, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 70-year-old man crossing Foster Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers at busy Brooklyn intersections.

According to the police report, a 70-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Foster Avenue and Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn around 2:50 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a right turn, struck him with the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The sedan showed no vehicle damage, indicating a low-speed impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted drivers failing to yield to lawful pedestrians at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789141, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Honda sedan, moving south on Kings Highway, struck a man in the crosswalk. The impact shattered his skull. He died on the pavement, headlights burning above, metal cooling in the Brooklyn night.

A man was killed when a southbound Honda sedan struck him head-on at the intersection of Kings Highway and Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the part of the driver. The impact was severe, with the victim suffering fatal head injuries and dying at the scene. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and damage was noted on the left front bumper. The police report also lists 'Unspecified' as an additional contributing factor. While the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, the primary focus remains on the driver's unsafe speed as a critical factor in this fatal crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4788144, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 33-year-old man was hurled from his bicycle on Rockaway Parkway near Lenox Road. Blood covered his face. He lay still, incoherent, as his twisted bike frame glinted in the evening traffic. No helmet. The street moved on.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike on Rockaway Parkway near Lenox Road in Brooklyn. The report describes the man as 'thrown from his bike, face bloodied, words broken.' He was found lying still and incoherent, suffering severe bleeding to the face. The bike was described as 'twisted on the pavement,' and the report notes the absence of a helmet. No contributing factors or driver errors are listed in the police data, and no other vehicles are specified as involved. The narrative centers on the violent impact and the cyclist's injuries, highlighting the vulnerability of those traveling by bike in evening Brooklyn traffic. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor, mentioning helmet use only in the context of injury description.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4788476, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 49-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn in Brooklyn. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her in the hip and upper leg. She remained conscious but suffered internal injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:52 PM. A 2019 SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a left turn when it struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor on the part of the vehicle operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV, which sustained damage in the same area. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4788212, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bus and an SUV collided on New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and traffic control disregard as causes. The crash left the SUV driver injured but conscious.

According to the police report, at 11:15 AM on New York Avenue in Brooklyn, a collision occurred between a bus traveling west and an SUV traveling south. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the bus and the center front end of the SUV. The SUV driver, a 46-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained injuries to his entire body and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights driver errors and systemic dangers at this intersection.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4788215, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 34-year-old woman suffered full-body injuries and shock while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The SUV driver was making a left turn. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian’s crossing was lawful; contributing factors remain unspecified.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Winthrop Street and East 52nd Street in Brooklyn at 7:50 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck by a 2017 SUV making a left turn. The report notes no damage to the vehicle and no visible complaints from the victim, who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or reckless driving. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact, yet the pedestrian sustained serious injuries. The data highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when crossing lawfully and the systemic dangers posed by turning vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4788634, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 27-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and shock in a multi-vehicle crash on Lenox Rd, Brooklyn. The collision involved multiple sedans, with unsafe speed and other vehicular factors cited by police. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Lenox Rd in Brooklyn at 12:45. The injured party was a 27-year-old male driver who sustained head injuries and was in shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The collision involved multiple sedans, with impact points including left front bumper and center front end damage. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and multiple 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes, indicating driver errors. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved or cited. The report highlights driver-related factors as the cause, with no victim fault mentioned.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787364, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV and sedan collided on Brooklyn’s E 94 St, injuring three occupants. Alcohol involvement was cited as a contributing factor. Passengers suffered bruises and contusions, including a child restrained in the rear. Driver errors centered on impaired operation.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:55 on E 94 St near Ditmas Ave in Brooklyn involving a 2024 Honda SUV and a 2012 Ford sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash happened. The SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s center front end were points of impact. The report cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driver operation. Three occupants were injured: a 41-year-old female front passenger with knee and lower leg contusions, and a 5-year-old female rear passenger restrained in a child seat, who suffered neck bruising. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. The report highlights driver error linked to alcohol but does not assign fault to the passengers or victims.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4785903, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. A right rear passenger suffered back injuries and shock. The crash involved a northbound sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Vehicle damage was on the right rear quarter and left front bumper.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling north collided: one was going straight ahead, the other making a left turn. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The right rear passenger in the first sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained back injuries and was in shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision's cause remains unspecified, but the left-turning maneuver and impact locations suggest a failure to properly yield or misjudgment during the turn.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4785904, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Three men suffered full-body injuries and shock after two sedans collided on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left drivers and passengers with pain and nausea, highlighting the violent impact of the collision.

According to the police report, at 11:53 AM on Church Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. The Chevrolet sedan, traveling west, struck the Subaru sedan, which was parked, impacting the left side doors of the Subaru and the center front end of the Chevrolet. The Chevrolet had three occupants: a licensed male driver from New York and two male passengers, all aged 25 to 28. All occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. Each suffered injuries to their entire bodies, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The violent impact caused serious injuries to all involved, underscoring the dangers of vehicle collisions even at apparently moderate speeds.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4785913, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.

NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.

• Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile, NY Daily News, Published 2025-01-01

A 62-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions after being hit by an SUV making a left turn on Brooklyn Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The vehicle showed no damage, highlighting the impact severity on the pedestrian.

According to the police report, a 62-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Brooklyn Avenue and Clarendon Road in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, made a left turn and struck her with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her face and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as Failure to Yield were explicitly cited. The SUV incurred no damage despite the impact. This incident underscores the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing legally and the potential risks posed by turning vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782169, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan collision in Brooklyn injured a rear passenger, causing full-body trauma and shock. The crash involved multiple vehicles reacting to an uninvolved vehicle, highlighting driver errors in vehicle control and reaction. The injured occupant suffered pain and nausea.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 near 691 Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The collision involved two sedans and a box truck, with contributing factors listed as 'Other Vehicular' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The injured party was a 31-year-old female rear passenger in a sedan, who sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report notes that the driver errors involved reactions to an uninvolved vehicle, indicating failure in maintaining proper vehicle control. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the box truck. This crash underscores the dangers of driver reactions to external traffic conditions, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable passenger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782730, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling south collided with a vehicle making an improper right turn at Bedford Avenue. The driver of the sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to the left rear quarter panel of the sedan and the left front bumper of the turning vehicle.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM in Brooklyn near 2193 Bedford Avenue. A sedan traveling straight ahead southbound struck another vehicle making an improper right turn. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the sedan and the left front bumper of the turning vehicle. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error in the turning vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision injured the sedan driver and caused visible damage to both vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782151, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Dodge sedan struck from behind on Cortelyou Road. Rear passenger, thirty-one, sliced at the neck. Two sedans mangled, one parked car crushed. Blood on the seat, silence on the street. Distraction behind the wheel left violence in its wake.

A violent rear-end collision unfolded on Cortelyou Road near East 31st Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. A Dodge sedan was struck from behind, leaving its left rear passenger, a 31-year-old man, with severe neck lacerations. The report states, 'A Dodge sedan struck from behind. Rear passenger, 31, gashed at the neck. Two sedans wrecked. One parked car crushed. Distraction behind the wheel.' The primary contributing factor cited is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The impact also damaged a parked sedan. The police report makes no mention of passenger actions as contributing factors. The crash underscores the consequences of driver distraction, with blood and silence marking the aftermath.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782167, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15