Crash Count for Precinct 68
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,321
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,952
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 365
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 17
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 15
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 6, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 68?

Bay Ridge Bleeds: Speed Kills, City Sleeps

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?
It belongs to borough Brooklyn, city council district District 38, assembly district AD 46 and state senate district SD 17.
Which areas are in Precinct 68?
It includes the Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, Fort Hamilton, Dyker Beach Park, and Brooklyn CB10 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 38, District 43, District 47, and District 50, Assembly Districts AD 46, AD 49, and AD 64, and State Senate Districts SD 17, SD 23, and SD 26.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 68?
Cars and SUVs: 4 deaths, 244 injuries. Trucks and Buses: 0 deaths, 20 injuries. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 9 injuries. Bikes: 0 deaths, 17 injuries. Cars and SUVs are the biggest threat. NYC Open Data
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 68 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and target known crash hotspots. They can issue tickets for speeding and failure to yield. They have the tools. They just need to act.
Are crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
These deaths are not fate. They are the result of choices—speed, distraction, reckless driving. Enforcement and safer street design can prevent them.
What can local politicians do?
Local leaders can lower speed limits, redesign dangerous streets, and push for stronger enforcement. They can act now, or answer for the next death.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

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Other Representatives

Alec Brook-Krasny
Assembly Member Alec Brook-Krasny
District 46
District Office:
2002 Mermaid Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11224
Legislative Office:
Room 529, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Alexa Avilés
Council Member Alexa Avilés
District 38
District Office:
4417 4th Avenue, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11220
718-439-9012
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1746, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
Twitter: AlexaAviles
Steve Chan
State Senator Steve Chan
District 17
District Office:
6605 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Legislative Office:
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.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 68

SUV Hits Pickup Truck Making Left Turn

A 35-year-old male SUV driver suffered chest injuries and whiplash after a collision on 4 Avenue. The pickup truck was turning left and struck the SUV’s right side. The SUV driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 4 Avenue involving a northbound SUV and a southbound pickup truck making a left turn. The SUV struck the right side doors of the pickup truck. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor, indicating the pickup truck driver did not yield to the SUV. Both drivers were licensed. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end, while the pickup truck was damaged on the right side doors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4528612 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Backing Collides With Parked Car

A sedan backing west struck a parked sedan in Brooklyn. The impact hit the left rear quarter panel of the moving car and the right rear quarter panel of the parked car. An 8-year-old passenger suffered knee and lower leg abrasions.

According to the police report, a 2016 Honda sedan was backing west when it collided with a parked 2013 Toyota sedan in Brooklyn. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the moving vehicle and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle. An 8-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the moving vehicle was injured, sustaining abrasions to her knee and lower leg. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the backing maneuver. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' rear quarter panels.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4528020 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Hits Moped on 92 Street Brooklyn

A moped collided with an SUV at 92 Street and Fort Hamilton Parkway. The moped driver, a 47-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The SUV driver was licensed and driving west.

According to the police report, a 47-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision with a 2007 Toyota SUV on 92 Street near Fort Hamilton Parkway in Brooklyn. The moped struck the left front quarter panel of the SUV. The moped driver sustained abrasions to his knee and lower leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was traveling west going straight ahead. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4523230 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Motorcycle Hits SUV on 65 Street in Brooklyn

A motorcycle struck the right side of an SUV on 65 Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the motorcycle driver. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 65 Street near Fort Hamilton Parkway in Brooklyn involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to maintain proper lane discipline. The motorcycle struck the right side doors of the SUV, which was impacted on its left front bumper. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound prior to the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other injuries or contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4521608 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Bicyclist Bruised in Solo Shore Road Crash

A 54-year-old woman riding east on Shore Road crashed her bike. She suffered a facial bruise. No other vehicles involved. Police list unspecified factors. The bike was undamaged. The rider wore a helmet and stayed conscious.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old female bicyclist was injured while riding east on Shore Road in Brooklyn. She suffered a facial contusion and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists two unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The bike showed no damage, and the rider was not ejected. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. The report does not provide further details on the cause or circumstances of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4517785 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Strikes 14-Year-Old Girl Crossing Brooklyn Street

A 14-year-old girl was hit by an SUV while crossing a marked crosswalk on 72 Street in Brooklyn. The driver was inattentive. The girl suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. She was left in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured when an SUV traveling north on 72 Street struck her at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. The impact occurred at the vehicle's right front bumper. The girl sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were cited. The pedestrian was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in Brooklyn intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4516748 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
11-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Avenue

An 11-year-old boy was struck while crossing 12 Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, distracted and inattentive, hit the pedestrian at the intersection. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed no vehicle damage.

According to the police report, an 11-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 12 Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling east struck him with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. There was no damage reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas with vulnerable pedestrians.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4516221 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Brooklyn

A 12-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk was struck by a westbound sedan in Brooklyn. The impact hit the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The boy suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was licensed and alone.

According to the police report, a 12-year-old pedestrian was injured while crossing the street outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was hit by a westbound sedan, which struck him on the left front quarter panel. The boy sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The vehicle sustained damage to its left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4511442 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedans Crash on 7 Avenue, Driver Hurt

Two sedans crashed on 7 Avenue. A 29-year-old driver suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention and blocked view. Metal twisted. One driver injured. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on 7 Avenue collided. The 29-year-old male driver of a BMW suffered neck injuries and shock. Police list driver inattention, distraction, and view obstructed as contributing factors. The BMW was hit in the left rear bumper; the Volvo struck with its right front bumper. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when drivers lose focus and sightlines are blocked.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4511269 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Pedestrian Injured by Left-Turning Pickup Truck

A 35-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pickup truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The driver hit her with the truck’s front center.

According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling south on 4 Avenue made an improper left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 35-year-old woman, was injured at the intersection, suffering contusions and an injury to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end, and the vehicle sustained damage to the right front bumper. The report lists the driver’s errors as failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No safety equipment or contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4511088 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing 85 Street

A 72-year-old woman was struck while crossing 85 Street. The sedan was making a left turn with limited view. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and shock. No visible complaints were reported at the scene. The driver had no damage to the vehicle.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 85 Street made a left turn and struck a 72-year-old female pedestrian crossing at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility during the turn. The pedestrian’s confusion or error is also noted but the report does not assign fault. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No safety equipment or signals were mentioned as factors in the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4510740 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
9-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Crash

A 9-year-old boy riding a bike was struck on 70 Street in Brooklyn. The collision caused a fractured knee and dislocated foot. The boy wore a helmet and remained conscious. The crash involved failure to yield and bicyclist confusion.

According to the police report, a 9-year-old male bicyclist was injured on 70 Street in Brooklyn. The boy suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet and was not ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the bike as it traveled west. The report does not specify other vehicles involved or driver license status. The injuries were severe enough to be classified as injury severity 3, indicating significant harm. The crash highlights dangerous interactions between bicyclists and right-of-way rules.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4508818 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Hits 71-Year-Old Pedestrian in Brooklyn

A 71-year-old woman was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted, hitting the pedestrian outside the roadway. The woman suffered bruises and leg injuries but remained conscious. The car showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east in Brooklyn struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The driver was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle's left front bumper made contact, but no damage was reported to the car. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was not at fault. The driver’s distraction caused the crash, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4505129 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
E-Bike Strikes Flatbed Truck Turning Right

A 61-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and injured at the knee and lower leg after colliding with a flatbed truck turning right on 8 Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck showed no damage. The rider was not wearing safety equipment.

According to the police report, a flatbed truck was making a right turn on 8 Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided with an e-bike traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 61-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. The truck's right front bumper made contact with the e-bike's center front end, damaging the bike but not the truck. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the truck was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper turns and failure to yield in Brooklyn traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4503826 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Strikes Parked Car, Passenger Injured

A sedan traveling south struck a parked vehicle on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact hit the right side doors of the sedan and the rear bumper of the parked car. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.

According to the police report, a 2015 Dodge sedan traveling south on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn collided with a parked vehicle. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper and the parked car's left rear bumper. The sedan's driver was engaged in improper passing or lane usage, contributing to the crash. An 18-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred. The report lists the driver error as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4503643 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Slams Parked Convertible on Belt Parkway

Jeep SUV crashed into a parked convertible on Belt Parkway. Driver trapped, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite unsafe speed. Airbag deployed. Metal twisted. Night shattered by impact.

According to the police report, a Jeep SUV struck a parked convertible on Belt Parkway. The 43-year-old male SUV driver was trapped inside, conscious, and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash. Police list unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The SUV's left rear quarter panel and the convertible's right front quarter panel were damaged. The driver used a lap belt and the airbag deployed. No other contributing factors or errors by other parties are noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4503392 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Street

A 79-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk was hit by an SUV in Brooklyn. The vehicle's right front bumper struck the pedestrian’s head. The man suffered a contusion and remained conscious. Driver inattention caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 79-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2016 SUV traveling north struck him with its right front bumper while he was crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to pedestrians crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4501121 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Turns Left Strikes E-Bike Rider

A sedan turning left hit an e-bike rider making a right turn in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan’s front center collided with the bike’s left side doors. Driver distraction cited.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 84 Street was making a left turn when it collided with an e-bike rider traveling south and making a right turn. The e-bike driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the left side doors of the e-bike. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4500832 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Moped Rider

A sedan made an improper U-turn on Bay Ridge Parkway in Brooklyn. It struck a 17-year-old moped driver going straight. The moped rider suffered a head abrasion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan’s right front quarter panel took damage.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Bay Ridge Parkway made an improper U-turn and collided with a moped also traveling west. The moped driver, a 17-year-old male, was injured with a head abrasion and remained conscious. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed; the moped driver was unlicensed. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the moped. The moped rider was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights driver errors in turning and lane usage that led to the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4498058 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Bus Strikes 15-Year-Old Pedestrian at Intersection

A northbound bus made a right turn on 3 Avenue. It struck a 15-year-old boy crossing at the intersection. The boy suffered a serious head injury and lost consciousness. The bus showed no damage. Police list no clear driver errors.

According to the police report, a 2011 PREVO bus traveling north on 3 Avenue made a right turn and struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection near Marine Avenue. The pedestrian was found unconscious with a head injury and internal complaints. The bus sustained no damage. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified and does not identify any driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian's actions remain unknown. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4496426 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13