Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 70?
Flatbush Bleeds While City Stalls—Demand Barriers Before More Kids Pay
Precinct 70: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025
The Toll on Flatbush Streets
A woman steps into the crosswalk. A truck turns. She does not make it to the other side. In the last twelve months, one person died and ten more suffered serious injuries on the streets of Precinct 70. Six hundred sixty-five were hurt. The numbers do not bleed, but the people do.
Children are not spared. Four kids suffered serious injuries in the past year. A school bus crashed through a fence at Bedford Avenue and Farragut Road, sending an eight-year-old boy and his mother to the hospital. A witness said, “The bus was waiting because a pedestrian was in front of the school bus and all of a sudden we heard a boom. [The bus] jumped over the pavement and crashed.” CBS New York
The Machines That Kill
SUVs and trucks do most of the damage. In three years, cars and SUVs killed five, trucks and buses killed three. Cyclists and pedestrians are left broken at intersections. The city knows where the blood pools: nearly half of all deaths happen at corners. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, “Using barriers to clear space at the intersection will help ensure pedestrians, cyclists and turning vehicles can see each other and enhance safety.” Streetsblog NYC
Leadership: Promises and Delays
The city has started to act. New barriers are coming to Ocean Avenue and other deadly corners. The plan is simple: keep cars back, let people live. But the pace is slow. Advocates want more, and they want it now. As one said, “We’d love to see some simpler hardening at a quicker pace.” Streetsblog NYC
The police in Precinct 70 hold the power to enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, and target crash hotspots. They know the streets. They know the danger. They just need to act.
Call to Action: Demand More Than Words
Contact your council member, the precinct, and the DOT. Demand hard barriers at every deadly corner. Demand real enforcement. Demand action before another child is left bleeding on the curb. Take action now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- School Bus Slams Fence In Brooklyn, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-09
- School Bus Slams Fence In Brooklyn, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-09
- DOT Adds Barriers to Brooklyn Intersections, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-12
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4606531 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-17
- NYC DOT Targets Intersection Danger Zones, The Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-06-11
- Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead, ABC7, Published 2025-04-02
Other Representatives
District 41
3520 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11229
Room 324, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 45
1434 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210
718-629-2900
250 Broadway, Suite 1831, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6859
District 20
1077 Nostrand Ave. Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Room 806, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 70 Police Precinct 70 sits in Brooklyn, District 45, AD 41, SD 20.
It contains Brooklyn CB14, Flatbush, Flatbush (West)-Ditmas Park-Parkville, Midwood.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 70
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver on Flatbush Ave▸Two sedans collided at Flatbush Ave and Beverley Rd. One driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Unsafe lane changing listed as cause. Metal struck metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash on Flatbush Ave at Beverley Rd involved two sedans. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was injured with neck and internal trauma. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the contributing factor. The other driver, a 37-year-old man, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when drivers change lanes unsafely.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Man on Caton Ave▸A distracted sedan driver struck another vehicle on Caton Ave, Brooklyn. One man suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on Caton Ave in Brooklyn left one man injured. According to the police report, a sedan traveling west collided with another vehicle. Six men were involved; one, a 37-year-old, suffered knee and foot injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor. No other causes are cited in the report. The data shows the injured man was wearing a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
Cyclist Injured in Ocean Parkway Bike Crash▸Two bikes collided on Ocean Parkway. One rider thrown, arm scraped. Police cite following too closely. Brooklyn street, broad daylight, danger for cyclists.
Two cyclists crashed on Ocean Parkway near Webster Avenue in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 53-year-old man, was ejected and suffered an arm abrasion. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' The injured cyclist was conscious at the scene. Both bikes were traveling south and going straight ahead. The report lists no other contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Strikes Teen at Ocean Parkway Intersection▸A sedan hit a 17-year-old at Ocean Parkway and Foster Avenue. The teen was partially ejected and suffered a leg injury. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 17-year-old male was injured when a sedan traveling north on Ocean Parkway struck him at the intersection with Foster Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was riding or walking along the highway with traffic and was partially ejected, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. The driver, a 56-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific violations are noted in the data.
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
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Ocean Avenue▸A box truck hit a man crossing Ocean Avenue. The impact left him hurt and in shock. Police cite confusion and blocked views. The street stayed dangerous. Pain lingered.
A 32-year-old man was struck and injured by a box truck while crossing Ocean Avenue at Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered pain and a leg injury, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The truck was making a left turn at the time of the crash. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants. The report highlights confusion and limited visibility as key dangers in this collision.
2Sedans Collide on Ocean Avenue, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Ocean Avenue. Three people injured. Head and neck trauma. Airbags deployed. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans collided near 1985 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three occupants were injured: a 64-year-old male driver with head trauma, a 49-year-old female front passenger with neck injuries, and a 24-year-old female driver with unknown injuries. Both sedans were traveling south; one was parked before impact. Airbags deployed in at least one vehicle. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash underscores the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Cyclist Injured on Avenue M at Coney Island Ave▸A cyclist crashed on Avenue M near Coney Island Ave. He suffered a shoulder injury and lost consciousness. Bleeding was minor. No other vehicles listed. Cause remains unspecified.
A 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding east on Avenue M at Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist lost consciousness and suffered a shoulder injury with minor bleeding. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were involved. No driver errors or external causes are detailed in the data. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, but this is not listed as a contributing factor.
3Truck Slams Sedan on Caton Avenue, Three Hurt▸A diesel truck struck a sedan’s rear on Caton Avenue. Three men inside the sedan suffered neck and arm injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens in the Brooklyn night.
A diesel tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Caton Avenue at Stratford Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading west when the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear. Three men in the sedan were injured: one suffered a shoulder contusion, two others reported neck injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ocean Ave▸A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing Ocean Ave with the signal. She suffered facial bruises. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan traveling west on Ocean Ave struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at Avenue O with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Two sedans collided at Flatbush Ave and Beverley Rd. One driver suffered neck and internal injuries. Unsafe lane changing listed as cause. Metal struck metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash on Flatbush Ave at Beverley Rd involved two sedans. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was injured with neck and internal trauma. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the contributing factor. The other driver, a 37-year-old man, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when drivers change lanes unsafely.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Man on Caton Ave▸A distracted sedan driver struck another vehicle on Caton Ave, Brooklyn. One man suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on Caton Ave in Brooklyn left one man injured. According to the police report, a sedan traveling west collided with another vehicle. Six men were involved; one, a 37-year-old, suffered knee and foot injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor. No other causes are cited in the report. The data shows the injured man was wearing a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
Cyclist Injured in Ocean Parkway Bike Crash▸Two bikes collided on Ocean Parkway. One rider thrown, arm scraped. Police cite following too closely. Brooklyn street, broad daylight, danger for cyclists.
Two cyclists crashed on Ocean Parkway near Webster Avenue in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 53-year-old man, was ejected and suffered an arm abrasion. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' The injured cyclist was conscious at the scene. Both bikes were traveling south and going straight ahead. The report lists no other contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Strikes Teen at Ocean Parkway Intersection▸A sedan hit a 17-year-old at Ocean Parkway and Foster Avenue. The teen was partially ejected and suffered a leg injury. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 17-year-old male was injured when a sedan traveling north on Ocean Parkway struck him at the intersection with Foster Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was riding or walking along the highway with traffic and was partially ejected, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. The driver, a 56-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific violations are noted in the data.
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
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Ocean Avenue▸A box truck hit a man crossing Ocean Avenue. The impact left him hurt and in shock. Police cite confusion and blocked views. The street stayed dangerous. Pain lingered.
A 32-year-old man was struck and injured by a box truck while crossing Ocean Avenue at Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered pain and a leg injury, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The truck was making a left turn at the time of the crash. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants. The report highlights confusion and limited visibility as key dangers in this collision.
2Sedans Collide on Ocean Avenue, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Ocean Avenue. Three people injured. Head and neck trauma. Airbags deployed. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans collided near 1985 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three occupants were injured: a 64-year-old male driver with head trauma, a 49-year-old female front passenger with neck injuries, and a 24-year-old female driver with unknown injuries. Both sedans were traveling south; one was parked before impact. Airbags deployed in at least one vehicle. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash underscores the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Cyclist Injured on Avenue M at Coney Island Ave▸A cyclist crashed on Avenue M near Coney Island Ave. He suffered a shoulder injury and lost consciousness. Bleeding was minor. No other vehicles listed. Cause remains unspecified.
A 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding east on Avenue M at Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist lost consciousness and suffered a shoulder injury with minor bleeding. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were involved. No driver errors or external causes are detailed in the data. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, but this is not listed as a contributing factor.
3Truck Slams Sedan on Caton Avenue, Three Hurt▸A diesel truck struck a sedan’s rear on Caton Avenue. Three men inside the sedan suffered neck and arm injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens in the Brooklyn night.
A diesel tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Caton Avenue at Stratford Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading west when the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear. Three men in the sedan were injured: one suffered a shoulder contusion, two others reported neck injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ocean Ave▸A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing Ocean Ave with the signal. She suffered facial bruises. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan traveling west on Ocean Ave struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at Avenue O with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
A distracted sedan driver struck another vehicle on Caton Ave, Brooklyn. One man suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A crash on Caton Ave in Brooklyn left one man injured. According to the police report, a sedan traveling west collided with another vehicle. Six men were involved; one, a 37-year-old, suffered knee and foot injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor. No other causes are cited in the report. The data shows the injured man was wearing a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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
Cyclist Injured in Ocean Parkway Bike Crash▸Two bikes collided on Ocean Parkway. One rider thrown, arm scraped. Police cite following too closely. Brooklyn street, broad daylight, danger for cyclists.
Two cyclists crashed on Ocean Parkway near Webster Avenue in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 53-year-old man, was ejected and suffered an arm abrasion. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' The injured cyclist was conscious at the scene. Both bikes were traveling south and going straight ahead. The report lists no other contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Strikes Teen at Ocean Parkway Intersection▸A sedan hit a 17-year-old at Ocean Parkway and Foster Avenue. The teen was partially ejected and suffered a leg injury. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 17-year-old male was injured when a sedan traveling north on Ocean Parkway struck him at the intersection with Foster Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was riding or walking along the highway with traffic and was partially ejected, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. The driver, a 56-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific violations are noted in the data.
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
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Ocean Avenue▸A box truck hit a man crossing Ocean Avenue. The impact left him hurt and in shock. Police cite confusion and blocked views. The street stayed dangerous. Pain lingered.
A 32-year-old man was struck and injured by a box truck while crossing Ocean Avenue at Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered pain and a leg injury, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The truck was making a left turn at the time of the crash. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants. The report highlights confusion and limited visibility as key dangers in this collision.
2Sedans Collide on Ocean Avenue, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Ocean Avenue. Three people injured. Head and neck trauma. Airbags deployed. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans collided near 1985 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three occupants were injured: a 64-year-old male driver with head trauma, a 49-year-old female front passenger with neck injuries, and a 24-year-old female driver with unknown injuries. Both sedans were traveling south; one was parked before impact. Airbags deployed in at least one vehicle. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash underscores the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Cyclist Injured on Avenue M at Coney Island Ave▸A cyclist crashed on Avenue M near Coney Island Ave. He suffered a shoulder injury and lost consciousness. Bleeding was minor. No other vehicles listed. Cause remains unspecified.
A 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding east on Avenue M at Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist lost consciousness and suffered a shoulder injury with minor bleeding. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were involved. No driver errors or external causes are detailed in the data. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, but this is not listed as a contributing factor.
3Truck Slams Sedan on Caton Avenue, Three Hurt▸A diesel truck struck a sedan’s rear on Caton Avenue. Three men inside the sedan suffered neck and arm injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens in the Brooklyn night.
A diesel tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Caton Avenue at Stratford Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading west when the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear. Three men in the sedan were injured: one suffered a shoulder contusion, two others reported neck injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ocean Ave▸A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing Ocean Ave with the signal. She suffered facial bruises. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan traveling west on Ocean Ave struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at Avenue O with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
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
Cyclist Injured in Ocean Parkway Bike Crash▸Two bikes collided on Ocean Parkway. One rider thrown, arm scraped. Police cite following too closely. Brooklyn street, broad daylight, danger for cyclists.
Two cyclists crashed on Ocean Parkway near Webster Avenue in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 53-year-old man, was ejected and suffered an arm abrasion. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' The injured cyclist was conscious at the scene. Both bikes were traveling south and going straight ahead. The report lists no other contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Strikes Teen at Ocean Parkway Intersection▸A sedan hit a 17-year-old at Ocean Parkway and Foster Avenue. The teen was partially ejected and suffered a leg injury. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 17-year-old male was injured when a sedan traveling north on Ocean Parkway struck him at the intersection with Foster Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was riding or walking along the highway with traffic and was partially ejected, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. The driver, a 56-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific violations are noted in the data.
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
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Ocean Avenue▸A box truck hit a man crossing Ocean Avenue. The impact left him hurt and in shock. Police cite confusion and blocked views. The street stayed dangerous. Pain lingered.
A 32-year-old man was struck and injured by a box truck while crossing Ocean Avenue at Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered pain and a leg injury, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The truck was making a left turn at the time of the crash. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants. The report highlights confusion and limited visibility as key dangers in this collision.
2Sedans Collide on Ocean Avenue, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Ocean Avenue. Three people injured. Head and neck trauma. Airbags deployed. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans collided near 1985 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three occupants were injured: a 64-year-old male driver with head trauma, a 49-year-old female front passenger with neck injuries, and a 24-year-old female driver with unknown injuries. Both sedans were traveling south; one was parked before impact. Airbags deployed in at least one vehicle. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash underscores the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Cyclist Injured on Avenue M at Coney Island Ave▸A cyclist crashed on Avenue M near Coney Island Ave. He suffered a shoulder injury and lost consciousness. Bleeding was minor. No other vehicles listed. Cause remains unspecified.
A 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding east on Avenue M at Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist lost consciousness and suffered a shoulder injury with minor bleeding. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were involved. No driver errors or external causes are detailed in the data. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, but this is not listed as a contributing factor.
3Truck Slams Sedan on Caton Avenue, Three Hurt▸A diesel truck struck a sedan’s rear on Caton Avenue. Three men inside the sedan suffered neck and arm injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens in the Brooklyn night.
A diesel tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Caton Avenue at Stratford Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading west when the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear. Three men in the sedan were injured: one suffered a shoulder contusion, two others reported neck injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ocean Ave▸A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing Ocean Ave with the signal. She suffered facial bruises. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan traveling west on Ocean Ave struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at Avenue O with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Two bikes collided on Ocean Parkway. One rider thrown, arm scraped. Police cite following too closely. Brooklyn street, broad daylight, danger for cyclists.
Two cyclists crashed on Ocean Parkway near Webster Avenue in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 53-year-old man, was ejected and suffered an arm abrasion. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' The injured cyclist was conscious at the scene. Both bikes were traveling south and going straight ahead. The report lists no other contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Strikes Teen at Ocean Parkway Intersection▸A sedan hit a 17-year-old at Ocean Parkway and Foster Avenue. The teen was partially ejected and suffered a leg injury. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 17-year-old male was injured when a sedan traveling north on Ocean Parkway struck him at the intersection with Foster Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was riding or walking along the highway with traffic and was partially ejected, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. The driver, a 56-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific violations are noted in the data.
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
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Ocean Avenue▸A box truck hit a man crossing Ocean Avenue. The impact left him hurt and in shock. Police cite confusion and blocked views. The street stayed dangerous. Pain lingered.
A 32-year-old man was struck and injured by a box truck while crossing Ocean Avenue at Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered pain and a leg injury, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The truck was making a left turn at the time of the crash. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants. The report highlights confusion and limited visibility as key dangers in this collision.
2Sedans Collide on Ocean Avenue, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Ocean Avenue. Three people injured. Head and neck trauma. Airbags deployed. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans collided near 1985 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three occupants were injured: a 64-year-old male driver with head trauma, a 49-year-old female front passenger with neck injuries, and a 24-year-old female driver with unknown injuries. Both sedans were traveling south; one was parked before impact. Airbags deployed in at least one vehicle. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash underscores the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Cyclist Injured on Avenue M at Coney Island Ave▸A cyclist crashed on Avenue M near Coney Island Ave. He suffered a shoulder injury and lost consciousness. Bleeding was minor. No other vehicles listed. Cause remains unspecified.
A 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding east on Avenue M at Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist lost consciousness and suffered a shoulder injury with minor bleeding. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were involved. No driver errors or external causes are detailed in the data. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, but this is not listed as a contributing factor.
3Truck Slams Sedan on Caton Avenue, Three Hurt▸A diesel truck struck a sedan’s rear on Caton Avenue. Three men inside the sedan suffered neck and arm injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens in the Brooklyn night.
A diesel tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Caton Avenue at Stratford Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading west when the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear. Three men in the sedan were injured: one suffered a shoulder contusion, two others reported neck injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ocean Ave▸A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing Ocean Ave with the signal. She suffered facial bruises. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan traveling west on Ocean Ave struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at Avenue O with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
A sedan hit a 17-year-old at Ocean Parkway and Foster Avenue. The teen was partially ejected and suffered a leg injury. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 17-year-old male was injured when a sedan traveling north on Ocean Parkway struck him at the intersection with Foster Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was riding or walking along the highway with traffic and was partially ejected, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. The driver, a 56-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific violations are noted in the data.
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
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Ocean Avenue▸A box truck hit a man crossing Ocean Avenue. The impact left him hurt and in shock. Police cite confusion and blocked views. The street stayed dangerous. Pain lingered.
A 32-year-old man was struck and injured by a box truck while crossing Ocean Avenue at Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered pain and a leg injury, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The truck was making a left turn at the time of the crash. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants. The report highlights confusion and limited visibility as key dangers in this collision.
2Sedans Collide on Ocean Avenue, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Ocean Avenue. Three people injured. Head and neck trauma. Airbags deployed. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans collided near 1985 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three occupants were injured: a 64-year-old male driver with head trauma, a 49-year-old female front passenger with neck injuries, and a 24-year-old female driver with unknown injuries. Both sedans were traveling south; one was parked before impact. Airbags deployed in at least one vehicle. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash underscores the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Cyclist Injured on Avenue M at Coney Island Ave▸A cyclist crashed on Avenue M near Coney Island Ave. He suffered a shoulder injury and lost consciousness. Bleeding was minor. No other vehicles listed. Cause remains unspecified.
A 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding east on Avenue M at Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist lost consciousness and suffered a shoulder injury with minor bleeding. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were involved. No driver errors or external causes are detailed in the data. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, but this is not listed as a contributing factor.
3Truck Slams Sedan on Caton Avenue, Three Hurt▸A diesel truck struck a sedan’s rear on Caton Avenue. Three men inside the sedan suffered neck and arm injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens in the Brooklyn night.
A diesel tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Caton Avenue at Stratford Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading west when the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear. Three men in the sedan were injured: one suffered a shoulder contusion, two others reported neck injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ocean Ave▸A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing Ocean Ave with the signal. She suffered facial bruises. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan traveling west on Ocean Ave struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at Avenue O with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
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
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Ocean Avenue▸A box truck hit a man crossing Ocean Avenue. The impact left him hurt and in shock. Police cite confusion and blocked views. The street stayed dangerous. Pain lingered.
A 32-year-old man was struck and injured by a box truck while crossing Ocean Avenue at Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered pain and a leg injury, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The truck was making a left turn at the time of the crash. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants. The report highlights confusion and limited visibility as key dangers in this collision.
2Sedans Collide on Ocean Avenue, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Ocean Avenue. Three people injured. Head and neck trauma. Airbags deployed. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans collided near 1985 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three occupants were injured: a 64-year-old male driver with head trauma, a 49-year-old female front passenger with neck injuries, and a 24-year-old female driver with unknown injuries. Both sedans were traveling south; one was parked before impact. Airbags deployed in at least one vehicle. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash underscores the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Cyclist Injured on Avenue M at Coney Island Ave▸A cyclist crashed on Avenue M near Coney Island Ave. He suffered a shoulder injury and lost consciousness. Bleeding was minor. No other vehicles listed. Cause remains unspecified.
A 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding east on Avenue M at Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist lost consciousness and suffered a shoulder injury with minor bleeding. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were involved. No driver errors or external causes are detailed in the data. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, but this is not listed as a contributing factor.
3Truck Slams Sedan on Caton Avenue, Three Hurt▸A diesel truck struck a sedan’s rear on Caton Avenue. Three men inside the sedan suffered neck and arm injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens in the Brooklyn night.
A diesel tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Caton Avenue at Stratford Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading west when the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear. Three men in the sedan were injured: one suffered a shoulder contusion, two others reported neck injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ocean Ave▸A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing Ocean Ave with the signal. She suffered facial bruises. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan traveling west on Ocean Ave struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at Avenue O with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
A box truck hit a man crossing Ocean Avenue. The impact left him hurt and in shock. Police cite confusion and blocked views. The street stayed dangerous. Pain lingered.
A 32-year-old man was struck and injured by a box truck while crossing Ocean Avenue at Caton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered pain and a leg injury, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The truck was making a left turn at the time of the crash. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants. The report highlights confusion and limited visibility as key dangers in this collision.
2Sedans Collide on Ocean Avenue, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Ocean Avenue. Three people injured. Head and neck trauma. Airbags deployed. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans collided near 1985 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three occupants were injured: a 64-year-old male driver with head trauma, a 49-year-old female front passenger with neck injuries, and a 24-year-old female driver with unknown injuries. Both sedans were traveling south; one was parked before impact. Airbags deployed in at least one vehicle. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash underscores the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Cyclist Injured on Avenue M at Coney Island Ave▸A cyclist crashed on Avenue M near Coney Island Ave. He suffered a shoulder injury and lost consciousness. Bleeding was minor. No other vehicles listed. Cause remains unspecified.
A 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding east on Avenue M at Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist lost consciousness and suffered a shoulder injury with minor bleeding. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were involved. No driver errors or external causes are detailed in the data. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, but this is not listed as a contributing factor.
3Truck Slams Sedan on Caton Avenue, Three Hurt▸A diesel truck struck a sedan’s rear on Caton Avenue. Three men inside the sedan suffered neck and arm injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens in the Brooklyn night.
A diesel tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Caton Avenue at Stratford Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading west when the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear. Three men in the sedan were injured: one suffered a shoulder contusion, two others reported neck injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ocean Ave▸A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing Ocean Ave with the signal. She suffered facial bruises. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan traveling west on Ocean Ave struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at Avenue O with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Two sedans crashed on Ocean Avenue. Three people injured. Head and neck trauma. Airbags deployed. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain dangerous.
Two sedans collided near 1985 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three occupants were injured: a 64-year-old male driver with head trauma, a 49-year-old female front passenger with neck injuries, and a 24-year-old female driver with unknown injuries. Both sedans were traveling south; one was parked before impact. Airbags deployed in at least one vehicle. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash underscores the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Cyclist Injured on Avenue M at Coney Island Ave▸A cyclist crashed on Avenue M near Coney Island Ave. He suffered a shoulder injury and lost consciousness. Bleeding was minor. No other vehicles listed. Cause remains unspecified.
A 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding east on Avenue M at Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist lost consciousness and suffered a shoulder injury with minor bleeding. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were involved. No driver errors or external causes are detailed in the data. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, but this is not listed as a contributing factor.
3Truck Slams Sedan on Caton Avenue, Three Hurt▸A diesel truck struck a sedan’s rear on Caton Avenue. Three men inside the sedan suffered neck and arm injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens in the Brooklyn night.
A diesel tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Caton Avenue at Stratford Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading west when the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear. Three men in the sedan were injured: one suffered a shoulder contusion, two others reported neck injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ocean Ave▸A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing Ocean Ave with the signal. She suffered facial bruises. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan traveling west on Ocean Ave struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at Avenue O with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
A cyclist crashed on Avenue M near Coney Island Ave. He suffered a shoulder injury and lost consciousness. Bleeding was minor. No other vehicles listed. Cause remains unspecified.
A 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding east on Avenue M at Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist lost consciousness and suffered a shoulder injury with minor bleeding. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were involved. No driver errors or external causes are detailed in the data. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, but this is not listed as a contributing factor.
3Truck Slams Sedan on Caton Avenue, Three Hurt▸A diesel truck struck a sedan’s rear on Caton Avenue. Three men inside the sedan suffered neck and arm injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens in the Brooklyn night.
A diesel tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Caton Avenue at Stratford Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading west when the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear. Three men in the sedan were injured: one suffered a shoulder contusion, two others reported neck injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ocean Ave▸A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing Ocean Ave with the signal. She suffered facial bruises. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan traveling west on Ocean Ave struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at Avenue O with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
A diesel truck struck a sedan’s rear on Caton Avenue. Three men inside the sedan suffered neck and arm injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens in the Brooklyn night.
A diesel tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Caton Avenue at Stratford Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading west when the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear. Three men in the sedan were injured: one suffered a shoulder contusion, two others reported neck injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ocean Ave▸A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing Ocean Ave with the signal. She suffered facial bruises. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan traveling west on Ocean Ave struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at Avenue O with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing Ocean Ave with the signal. She suffered facial bruises. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan traveling west on Ocean Ave struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at Avenue O with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
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
E-Bike Rider Injured in Pickup Truck Collision on Glenwood Road▸A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
A pickup truck struck an e-bike on Glenwood Road. The cyclist, 39, suffered arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. The cyclist wore a helmet.
An e-bike and a pickup truck collided on Glenwood Road at East 31st Street in Brooklyn. The 39-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion, according to the police report. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
- Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock, New York Post, Published 2025-04-30
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
SUV hit a pedestrian crossing Avenue N. The walker had the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. Victim suffered injuries. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Avenue N at E 13 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to the entire body. The driver was licensed and wore a lap belt and harness. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger faced by those on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
SUV Driver Slams Parked SUV on Avenue L▸A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV on Avenue L. Four people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and inattention. Impact left one with back injuries. Brooklyn street, another crash, same story.
A crash on Avenue L in Brooklyn left four occupants injured when a moving SUV struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the crash involved a 22-year-old driver and three other occupants, including a child. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One occupant suffered back injuries. The parked SUV was unoccupied. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel, as detailed in the police findings.
2SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman and a baby, both passengers, suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 1138 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy, both passengers, were injured and left in shock. The crash involved one SUV going straight and another parked. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The injured passengers used lap belts and a child restraint. The report does not mention any actions by the drivers or other contributing factors.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
- Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch, New York Post, Published 2025-04-24
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on 18th Avenue▸SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
SUV hit motorcycle on 18th Avenue. Motorcyclist hurt, leg bruised. Both drivers licensed. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
A station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle collided on 18th Avenue at East 8th Street in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a knee and foot injury, with a contusion. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed and no specific driver error was listed. The SUV was going straight; the motorcycle was making a U-turn. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other injuries reported. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, with the cause marked as 'Unspecified.'
2SUV Collision Injures Two Drivers on Ocean Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Two SUVs collided on Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. Both drivers hurt. One suffered neck whiplash, the other a facial bruise. No cause listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 700 Ocean Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, while a 19-year-old male driver sustained a facial bruise. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The crash involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the left rear bumper of a parked SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.