Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 68?
Bay Ridge Bleeds: Speed Kills, City Sleeps
Precinct 68: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
The Death Toll Grows, One Block at a Time
In Precinct 68, the numbers do not lie. Fifteen people killed. Fifteen seriously injured. Over 1,800 injured since 2022. The dead include the old and the young. A 74-year-old man, crushed at an intersection. A 43-year-old cyclist, killed on the Belt Parkway. A 48-year-old woman, thrown from a bike and left unconscious on 68th Street. The list goes on. Each one had a name. Each one had a place to be. Now there is only silence.
Cars and SUVs do the most damage. They killed four people and left nearly 250 injured or worse. Trucks and buses, motorcycles, mopeds, bikes—all have drawn blood here. But the biggest killers are still behind the wheel of a car or SUV. The numbers are plain: SUVs and cars caused four deaths and 244 injuries.
Reckless Driving, Empty Promises
The carnage is not random. It is not fate. It is speed, distraction, and recklessness. In September, a man was killed crossing Bay Ridge Avenue. The driver was not paying attention. In June, a cyclist died on the Belt Parkway. The cause: a car, going straight, did not stop. In another case, a woman was thrown from a bike and died on 68th Street. The pattern is clear. The pain is real.
A neighbor, after one crash, said, “She was a nice and kind girl, always smiling.” The grief is bottomless. Another relative said, “It’s devastating. It’s affecting everyone in our family, especially (Ruiz’s) mom. Maddy was her only daughter.”
What Has Been Done—and What Has Not
Local leaders have tools. They can lower speed limits. They can redesign streets. They can enforce the law. But the deaths keep coming. The police can crack down on speeding, reckless driving, and failure to yield. They can target crash hotspots. They can write tickets. They just need to act.
Every day of delay is another family shattered.
Call to Action: Demand Action Now
Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand enforcement. Demand safer streets. The dead cannot speak. You can. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Precinct 68 sit politically?
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▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 68?
▸ What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
▸ Are crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732852 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash, amny, Published 2025-07-12
- Two Pedestrians Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run, amny, Published 2025-07-12
Other Representatives
District 46
2002 Mermaid Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11224
Room 529, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 38
4417 4th Avenue, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11220
718-439-9012
250 Broadway, Suite 1746, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
District 17
6605 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Room 615, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 68 Police Precinct 68 sits in Brooklyn, District 38, AD 46, SD 17.
It contains Brooklyn CB10, Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, Fort Hamilton, Dyker Beach Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 68
SUV Turns Into Moped, Young Rider Injured▸SUV turned left on 65th Street, struck a southbound moped. The 20-year-old moped rider suffered a head injury and bleeding. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A Honda SUV turned left from 5th Avenue onto 65th Street in Brooklyn and collided with a southbound Jiajue moped. The 20-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The moped rider was not using safety equipment. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The data highlights driver distraction as a key factor in this crash.
Improper Turn Injures Elderly Driver on Poly Place▸SUV making U-turn struck sedan on Poly Place. Elderly man in sedan suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Streets remain hostile to the vulnerable.
A station wagon/SUV making a U-turn collided with a sedan at 800 Poly Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' An 83-year-old man driving the sedan was injured, suffering a neck contusion. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The streets again proved dangerous for those inside the vehicles, with driver error leading to harm.
Convertible Struck From Behind on Fort Hamilton▸A convertible stopped in traffic on Fort Hamilton Parkway took a hit to its rear. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A convertible was rear-ended while stopped in traffic on Fort Hamilton Parkway at 6th Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the data. The impact struck the center back end of the vehicle. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
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
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
2Moped Rider Killed, Passenger Hurt on 3rd Avenue▸A moped slammed into a sedan on 3rd Avenue. One rider died. Another was thrown and fractured his arm. Both drivers were unlicensed and inexperienced. Brooklyn streets claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded at 3rd Avenue and 67th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a moped and a sedan collided. The 22-year-old moped driver was killed. His 21-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old woman, reported neck pain. Both drivers were unlicensed. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other factors were cited.
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on 78th Street▸A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on 78th Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the teen hurt, pain in his back. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Metal met flesh. The street stayed quiet. The danger did not.
A 17-year-old male bicyclist suffered back injuries after a collision with a sedan at 935 78th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan traveling east and a bike heading north. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. The sedan's center front end struck the left side of the bike. No helmet use was reported for the cyclist, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention or use lanes properly.
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
Aggressive Driving Injures Two on 12th Avenue▸SUV slammed into sedan on 12th Avenue. Aggressive driving left two men hurt. Head and arm injuries. Police found unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
Two vehicles collided on 12th Avenue at 65th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the crash. A sedan and an SUV, both heading north, struck each other. The sedan’s driver, unlicensed, suffered shoulder and arm injuries. A passenger in the sedan sustained a head injury and nausea. Police listed 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. The report notes the sedan driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
2SUV Strikes Moped at Unsafe Speed on 64th Street▸An SUV and a moped collided on 64th Street and 12th Avenue. Two teenagers on the moped were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. The moped’s front end and the SUV’s left front were smashed. The street bore the mark of reckless force.
A collision between a BMW SUV and a Zhilo moped occurred at the intersection of 64th Street and 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened when the SUV, traveling south, struck the moped, which was heading west. Two 15-year-old males on the moped were injured: one suffered a hip and upper leg fracture, the other a contusion to the lower leg. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are cited. The moped riders were not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s unsafe speed. No pedestrians were involved.
Sedans Clash on 11th Avenue, Young Driver Hurt▸Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
SUV turned left on 65th Street, struck a southbound moped. The 20-year-old moped rider suffered a head injury and bleeding. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain unforgiving.
A Honda SUV turned left from 5th Avenue onto 65th Street in Brooklyn and collided with a southbound Jiajue moped. The 20-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The moped rider was not using safety equipment. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The data highlights driver distraction as a key factor in this crash.
Improper Turn Injures Elderly Driver on Poly Place▸SUV making U-turn struck sedan on Poly Place. Elderly man in sedan suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Streets remain hostile to the vulnerable.
A station wagon/SUV making a U-turn collided with a sedan at 800 Poly Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' An 83-year-old man driving the sedan was injured, suffering a neck contusion. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The streets again proved dangerous for those inside the vehicles, with driver error leading to harm.
Convertible Struck From Behind on Fort Hamilton▸A convertible stopped in traffic on Fort Hamilton Parkway took a hit to its rear. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A convertible was rear-ended while stopped in traffic on Fort Hamilton Parkway at 6th Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the data. The impact struck the center back end of the vehicle. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
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
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
2Moped Rider Killed, Passenger Hurt on 3rd Avenue▸A moped slammed into a sedan on 3rd Avenue. One rider died. Another was thrown and fractured his arm. Both drivers were unlicensed and inexperienced. Brooklyn streets claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded at 3rd Avenue and 67th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a moped and a sedan collided. The 22-year-old moped driver was killed. His 21-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old woman, reported neck pain. Both drivers were unlicensed. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other factors were cited.
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on 78th Street▸A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on 78th Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the teen hurt, pain in his back. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Metal met flesh. The street stayed quiet. The danger did not.
A 17-year-old male bicyclist suffered back injuries after a collision with a sedan at 935 78th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan traveling east and a bike heading north. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. The sedan's center front end struck the left side of the bike. No helmet use was reported for the cyclist, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention or use lanes properly.
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.
-
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Aggressive Driving Injures Two on 12th Avenue▸SUV slammed into sedan on 12th Avenue. Aggressive driving left two men hurt. Head and arm injuries. Police found unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
Two vehicles collided on 12th Avenue at 65th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the crash. A sedan and an SUV, both heading north, struck each other. The sedan’s driver, unlicensed, suffered shoulder and arm injuries. A passenger in the sedan sustained a head injury and nausea. Police listed 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. The report notes the sedan driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
2SUV Strikes Moped at Unsafe Speed on 64th Street▸An SUV and a moped collided on 64th Street and 12th Avenue. Two teenagers on the moped were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. The moped’s front end and the SUV’s left front were smashed. The street bore the mark of reckless force.
A collision between a BMW SUV and a Zhilo moped occurred at the intersection of 64th Street and 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened when the SUV, traveling south, struck the moped, which was heading west. Two 15-year-old males on the moped were injured: one suffered a hip and upper leg fracture, the other a contusion to the lower leg. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are cited. The moped riders were not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s unsafe speed. No pedestrians were involved.
Sedans Clash on 11th Avenue, Young Driver Hurt▸Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
SUV making U-turn struck sedan on Poly Place. Elderly man in sedan suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Streets remain hostile to the vulnerable.
A station wagon/SUV making a U-turn collided with a sedan at 800 Poly Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' An 83-year-old man driving the sedan was injured, suffering a neck contusion. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The streets again proved dangerous for those inside the vehicles, with driver error leading to harm.
Convertible Struck From Behind on Fort Hamilton▸A convertible stopped in traffic on Fort Hamilton Parkway took a hit to its rear. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A convertible was rear-ended while stopped in traffic on Fort Hamilton Parkway at 6th Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the data. The impact struck the center back end of the vehicle. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
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
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
2Moped Rider Killed, Passenger Hurt on 3rd Avenue▸A moped slammed into a sedan on 3rd Avenue. One rider died. Another was thrown and fractured his arm. Both drivers were unlicensed and inexperienced. Brooklyn streets claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded at 3rd Avenue and 67th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a moped and a sedan collided. The 22-year-old moped driver was killed. His 21-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old woman, reported neck pain. Both drivers were unlicensed. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other factors were cited.
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on 78th Street▸A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on 78th Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the teen hurt, pain in his back. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Metal met flesh. The street stayed quiet. The danger did not.
A 17-year-old male bicyclist suffered back injuries after a collision with a sedan at 935 78th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan traveling east and a bike heading north. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. The sedan's center front end struck the left side of the bike. No helmet use was reported for the cyclist, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention or use lanes properly.
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
Aggressive Driving Injures Two on 12th Avenue▸SUV slammed into sedan on 12th Avenue. Aggressive driving left two men hurt. Head and arm injuries. Police found unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
Two vehicles collided on 12th Avenue at 65th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the crash. A sedan and an SUV, both heading north, struck each other. The sedan’s driver, unlicensed, suffered shoulder and arm injuries. A passenger in the sedan sustained a head injury and nausea. Police listed 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. The report notes the sedan driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
2SUV Strikes Moped at Unsafe Speed on 64th Street▸An SUV and a moped collided on 64th Street and 12th Avenue. Two teenagers on the moped were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. The moped’s front end and the SUV’s left front were smashed. The street bore the mark of reckless force.
A collision between a BMW SUV and a Zhilo moped occurred at the intersection of 64th Street and 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened when the SUV, traveling south, struck the moped, which was heading west. Two 15-year-old males on the moped were injured: one suffered a hip and upper leg fracture, the other a contusion to the lower leg. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are cited. The moped riders were not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s unsafe speed. No pedestrians were involved.
Sedans Clash on 11th Avenue, Young Driver Hurt▸Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
A convertible stopped in traffic on Fort Hamilton Parkway took a hit to its rear. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A convertible was rear-ended while stopped in traffic on Fort Hamilton Parkway at 6th Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the data. The impact struck the center back end of the vehicle. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
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
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
2Moped Rider Killed, Passenger Hurt on 3rd Avenue▸A moped slammed into a sedan on 3rd Avenue. One rider died. Another was thrown and fractured his arm. Both drivers were unlicensed and inexperienced. Brooklyn streets claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded at 3rd Avenue and 67th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a moped and a sedan collided. The 22-year-old moped driver was killed. His 21-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old woman, reported neck pain. Both drivers were unlicensed. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other factors were cited.
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on 78th Street▸A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on 78th Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the teen hurt, pain in his back. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Metal met flesh. The street stayed quiet. The danger did not.
A 17-year-old male bicyclist suffered back injuries after a collision with a sedan at 935 78th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan traveling east and a bike heading north. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. The sedan's center front end struck the left side of the bike. No helmet use was reported for the cyclist, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention or use lanes properly.
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
Aggressive Driving Injures Two on 12th Avenue▸SUV slammed into sedan on 12th Avenue. Aggressive driving left two men hurt. Head and arm injuries. Police found unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
Two vehicles collided on 12th Avenue at 65th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the crash. A sedan and an SUV, both heading north, struck each other. The sedan’s driver, unlicensed, suffered shoulder and arm injuries. A passenger in the sedan sustained a head injury and nausea. Police listed 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. The report notes the sedan driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
2SUV Strikes Moped at Unsafe Speed on 64th Street▸An SUV and a moped collided on 64th Street and 12th Avenue. Two teenagers on the moped were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. The moped’s front end and the SUV’s left front were smashed. The street bore the mark of reckless force.
A collision between a BMW SUV and a Zhilo moped occurred at the intersection of 64th Street and 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened when the SUV, traveling south, struck the moped, which was heading west. Two 15-year-old males on the moped were injured: one suffered a hip and upper leg fracture, the other a contusion to the lower leg. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are cited. The moped riders were not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s unsafe speed. No pedestrians were involved.
Sedans Clash on 11th Avenue, Young Driver Hurt▸Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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
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
2Moped Rider Killed, Passenger Hurt on 3rd Avenue▸A moped slammed into a sedan on 3rd Avenue. One rider died. Another was thrown and fractured his arm. Both drivers were unlicensed and inexperienced. Brooklyn streets claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded at 3rd Avenue and 67th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a moped and a sedan collided. The 22-year-old moped driver was killed. His 21-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old woman, reported neck pain. Both drivers were unlicensed. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other factors were cited.
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on 78th Street▸A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on 78th Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the teen hurt, pain in his back. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Metal met flesh. The street stayed quiet. The danger did not.
A 17-year-old male bicyclist suffered back injuries after a collision with a sedan at 935 78th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan traveling east and a bike heading north. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. The sedan's center front end struck the left side of the bike. No helmet use was reported for the cyclist, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention or use lanes properly.
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
Aggressive Driving Injures Two on 12th Avenue▸SUV slammed into sedan on 12th Avenue. Aggressive driving left two men hurt. Head and arm injuries. Police found unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
Two vehicles collided on 12th Avenue at 65th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the crash. A sedan and an SUV, both heading north, struck each other. The sedan’s driver, unlicensed, suffered shoulder and arm injuries. A passenger in the sedan sustained a head injury and nausea. Police listed 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. The report notes the sedan driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
2SUV Strikes Moped at Unsafe Speed on 64th Street▸An SUV and a moped collided on 64th Street and 12th Avenue. Two teenagers on the moped were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. The moped’s front end and the SUV’s left front were smashed. The street bore the mark of reckless force.
A collision between a BMW SUV and a Zhilo moped occurred at the intersection of 64th Street and 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened when the SUV, traveling south, struck the moped, which was heading west. Two 15-year-old males on the moped were injured: one suffered a hip and upper leg fracture, the other a contusion to the lower leg. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are cited. The moped riders were not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s unsafe speed. No pedestrians were involved.
Sedans Clash on 11th Avenue, Young Driver Hurt▸Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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
2Moped Rider Killed, Passenger Hurt on 3rd Avenue▸A moped slammed into a sedan on 3rd Avenue. One rider died. Another was thrown and fractured his arm. Both drivers were unlicensed and inexperienced. Brooklyn streets claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded at 3rd Avenue and 67th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a moped and a sedan collided. The 22-year-old moped driver was killed. His 21-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old woman, reported neck pain. Both drivers were unlicensed. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other factors were cited.
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on 78th Street▸A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on 78th Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the teen hurt, pain in his back. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Metal met flesh. The street stayed quiet. The danger did not.
A 17-year-old male bicyclist suffered back injuries after a collision with a sedan at 935 78th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan traveling east and a bike heading north. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. The sedan's center front end struck the left side of the bike. No helmet use was reported for the cyclist, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention or use lanes properly.
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
Aggressive Driving Injures Two on 12th Avenue▸SUV slammed into sedan on 12th Avenue. Aggressive driving left two men hurt. Head and arm injuries. Police found unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
Two vehicles collided on 12th Avenue at 65th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the crash. A sedan and an SUV, both heading north, struck each other. The sedan’s driver, unlicensed, suffered shoulder and arm injuries. A passenger in the sedan sustained a head injury and nausea. Police listed 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. The report notes the sedan driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
2SUV Strikes Moped at Unsafe Speed on 64th Street▸An SUV and a moped collided on 64th Street and 12th Avenue. Two teenagers on the moped were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. The moped’s front end and the SUV’s left front were smashed. The street bore the mark of reckless force.
A collision between a BMW SUV and a Zhilo moped occurred at the intersection of 64th Street and 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened when the SUV, traveling south, struck the moped, which was heading west. Two 15-year-old males on the moped were injured: one suffered a hip and upper leg fracture, the other a contusion to the lower leg. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are cited. The moped riders were not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s unsafe speed. No pedestrians were involved.
Sedans Clash on 11th Avenue, Young Driver Hurt▸Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
A moped slammed into a sedan on 3rd Avenue. One rider died. Another was thrown and fractured his arm. Both drivers were unlicensed and inexperienced. Brooklyn streets claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded at 3rd Avenue and 67th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a moped and a sedan collided. The 22-year-old moped driver was killed. His 21-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old woman, reported neck pain. Both drivers were unlicensed. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other factors were cited.
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on 78th Street▸A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on 78th Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the teen hurt, pain in his back. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Metal met flesh. The street stayed quiet. The danger did not.
A 17-year-old male bicyclist suffered back injuries after a collision with a sedan at 935 78th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan traveling east and a bike heading north. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. The sedan's center front end struck the left side of the bike. No helmet use was reported for the cyclist, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention or use lanes properly.
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
Aggressive Driving Injures Two on 12th Avenue▸SUV slammed into sedan on 12th Avenue. Aggressive driving left two men hurt. Head and arm injuries. Police found unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
Two vehicles collided on 12th Avenue at 65th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the crash. A sedan and an SUV, both heading north, struck each other. The sedan’s driver, unlicensed, suffered shoulder and arm injuries. A passenger in the sedan sustained a head injury and nausea. Police listed 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. The report notes the sedan driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
2SUV Strikes Moped at Unsafe Speed on 64th Street▸An SUV and a moped collided on 64th Street and 12th Avenue. Two teenagers on the moped were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. The moped’s front end and the SUV’s left front were smashed. The street bore the mark of reckless force.
A collision between a BMW SUV and a Zhilo moped occurred at the intersection of 64th Street and 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened when the SUV, traveling south, struck the moped, which was heading west. Two 15-year-old males on the moped were injured: one suffered a hip and upper leg fracture, the other a contusion to the lower leg. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are cited. The moped riders were not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s unsafe speed. No pedestrians were involved.
Sedans Clash on 11th Avenue, Young Driver Hurt▸Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on 78th Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the teen hurt, pain in his back. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Metal met flesh. The street stayed quiet. The danger did not.
A 17-year-old male bicyclist suffered back injuries after a collision with a sedan at 935 78th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan traveling east and a bike heading north. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. The sedan's center front end struck the left side of the bike. No helmet use was reported for the cyclist, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention or use lanes properly.
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
Aggressive Driving Injures Two on 12th Avenue▸SUV slammed into sedan on 12th Avenue. Aggressive driving left two men hurt. Head and arm injuries. Police found unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
Two vehicles collided on 12th Avenue at 65th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the crash. A sedan and an SUV, both heading north, struck each other. The sedan’s driver, unlicensed, suffered shoulder and arm injuries. A passenger in the sedan sustained a head injury and nausea. Police listed 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. The report notes the sedan driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
2SUV Strikes Moped at Unsafe Speed on 64th Street▸An SUV and a moped collided on 64th Street and 12th Avenue. Two teenagers on the moped were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. The moped’s front end and the SUV’s left front were smashed. The street bore the mark of reckless force.
A collision between a BMW SUV and a Zhilo moped occurred at the intersection of 64th Street and 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened when the SUV, traveling south, struck the moped, which was heading west. Two 15-year-old males on the moped were injured: one suffered a hip and upper leg fracture, the other a contusion to the lower leg. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are cited. The moped riders were not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s unsafe speed. No pedestrians were involved.
Sedans Clash on 11th Avenue, Young Driver Hurt▸Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
-
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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
Aggressive Driving Injures Two on 12th Avenue▸SUV slammed into sedan on 12th Avenue. Aggressive driving left two men hurt. Head and arm injuries. Police found unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
Two vehicles collided on 12th Avenue at 65th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the crash. A sedan and an SUV, both heading north, struck each other. The sedan’s driver, unlicensed, suffered shoulder and arm injuries. A passenger in the sedan sustained a head injury and nausea. Police listed 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. The report notes the sedan driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
2SUV Strikes Moped at Unsafe Speed on 64th Street▸An SUV and a moped collided on 64th Street and 12th Avenue. Two teenagers on the moped were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. The moped’s front end and the SUV’s left front were smashed. The street bore the mark of reckless force.
A collision between a BMW SUV and a Zhilo moped occurred at the intersection of 64th Street and 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened when the SUV, traveling south, struck the moped, which was heading west. Two 15-year-old males on the moped were injured: one suffered a hip and upper leg fracture, the other a contusion to the lower leg. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are cited. The moped riders were not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s unsafe speed. No pedestrians were involved.
Sedans Clash on 11th Avenue, Young Driver Hurt▸Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
-
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
SUV slammed into sedan on 12th Avenue. Aggressive driving left two men hurt. Head and arm injuries. Police found unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
Two vehicles collided on 12th Avenue at 65th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the crash. A sedan and an SUV, both heading north, struck each other. The sedan’s driver, unlicensed, suffered shoulder and arm injuries. A passenger in the sedan sustained a head injury and nausea. Police listed 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. The report notes the sedan driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
2SUV Strikes Moped at Unsafe Speed on 64th Street▸An SUV and a moped collided on 64th Street and 12th Avenue. Two teenagers on the moped were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. The moped’s front end and the SUV’s left front were smashed. The street bore the mark of reckless force.
A collision between a BMW SUV and a Zhilo moped occurred at the intersection of 64th Street and 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened when the SUV, traveling south, struck the moped, which was heading west. Two 15-year-old males on the moped were injured: one suffered a hip and upper leg fracture, the other a contusion to the lower leg. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are cited. The moped riders were not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s unsafe speed. No pedestrians were involved.
Sedans Clash on 11th Avenue, Young Driver Hurt▸Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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
2SUV Strikes Moped at Unsafe Speed on 64th Street▸An SUV and a moped collided on 64th Street and 12th Avenue. Two teenagers on the moped were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. The moped’s front end and the SUV’s left front were smashed. The street bore the mark of reckless force.
A collision between a BMW SUV and a Zhilo moped occurred at the intersection of 64th Street and 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened when the SUV, traveling south, struck the moped, which was heading west. Two 15-year-old males on the moped were injured: one suffered a hip and upper leg fracture, the other a contusion to the lower leg. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are cited. The moped riders were not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s unsafe speed. No pedestrians were involved.
Sedans Clash on 11th Avenue, Young Driver Hurt▸Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
An SUV and a moped collided on 64th Street and 12th Avenue. Two teenagers on the moped were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. The moped’s front end and the SUV’s left front were smashed. The street bore the mark of reckless force.
A collision between a BMW SUV and a Zhilo moped occurred at the intersection of 64th Street and 12th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened when the SUV, traveling south, struck the moped, which was heading west. Two 15-year-old males on the moped were injured: one suffered a hip and upper leg fracture, the other a contusion to the lower leg. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are cited. The moped riders were not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s unsafe speed. No pedestrians were involved.
Sedans Clash on 11th Avenue, Young Driver Hurt▸Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Two sedans met at 11th Avenue and 81st Street. Steel hit steel. A 20-year-old driver took a blow to the shoulder. Police cited failure to yield and traffic control ignored. The street stayed ruthless.
Two sedans collided at 11th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Five people were involved. A 20-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder bruise. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The intersection remains a threat to everyone who crosses it.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
- Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run, New York Post, Published 2025-05-26
Cyclist Strikes Toddler on Shore Road▸A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
A cyclist hit a three-year-old boy on Shore Road in Brooklyn. The child suffered a head injury. Police list no clear cause. The crash left a mark. The street failed to protect its smallest soul.
A three-year-old boy was struck by a cyclist on Shore Road near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was 'playing in roadway' and suffered a head contusion. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was riding straight ahead when the crash occurred. Both the cyclist and a notified occupant are listed with unspecified injuries. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal issues are cited as factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by children on city streets, even outside intersections.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
-
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
-
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
- Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-25
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
-
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
-
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
- Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-17
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
-
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
-
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
- Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-15
Runaway Sedan Slams Stopped SUV on 85th Street▸A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
-
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
A runaway sedan struck a stopped SUV on 85th Street. One woman suffered a head injury. Police report lists driverless vehicle as the cause. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and out.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 85th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. One woman, age 59, suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle.' The sedan was unlicensed and under police pursuit before impact. The SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The report highlights the danger of runaway vehicles and the chaos unleashed when control is lost.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
- Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-06
SUVs and Truck Collide on 65th Street▸Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Three drivers hurt in a tangle of SUVs and a truck on 65th Street. Traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Three vehicles crashed at 65th Street and 5th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two SUVs and a truck collided. Three drivers, ages 22, 58, and 67, suffered neck and back injuries. Two children and two adults were also involved. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Driver errors led to injury and chaos. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.