Blood on the Crosswalks—And Still No Action

A southbound SUV changing lanes struck a northbound box truck on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s front passenger, a 27-year-old woman, suffered a serious shoulder and upper arm injury. The truck showed no damage. Driver lane change error caused the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2013 Lexus SUV, traveling south, was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound 2019 Isuzu box truck. The SUV’s center front end impacted the truck’s center back end. The box truck sustained no damage. The SUV driver was licensed and male. The SUV’s front passenger, a 27-year-old woman, was injured with internal complaints and upper arm and shoulder injuries but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s pre-crash action as 'Changing Lanes,' indicating a driver error in lane change maneuvering. No contributing factors were assigned to the passenger or the truck driver. This crash highlights the dangers posed by lane change failures in mixed vehicle traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778753, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan and an SUV collided on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. Both male SUV occupants suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The impact struck the SUV’s left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No contributing driver errors were specified in the report.

According to the police report, at 1:20 AM on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn, a 2017 sedan traveling west struck a 2016 SUV traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the left side doors of the SUV. The SUV carried two male occupants, ages 27 and 31, both conscious and wearing lap belts. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan had one male driver, licensed in New York. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injuries occurred despite proper restraint use. The collision’s dynamics highlight the vulnerability of SUV side impacts even when both drivers are licensed and traveling straight.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4777394, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Jeep swung right on Avenue L. The front end hit a 73-year-old woman crossing with the light. She fell, crushed and killed in the crosswalk. The SUV showed no damage. The street stayed silent, the danger plain.

According to the police report, a Jeep SUV made a right turn at the corner of East 12th Street and Avenue L in Brooklyn. The vehicle's center front end struck a 73-year-old woman who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report states she was in the crosswalk and had the light. She suffered fatal head and crush injuries and died at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian, but the narrative confirms the driver turned into the crosswalk while the woman crossed with the light. The driver’s action—making a right turn into a marked crosswalk occupied by a pedestrian—created the lethal impact. The victim’s behavior is noted only to confirm she was crossing with the signal, as reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775450, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A southbound SUV struck a southbound sedan starting from parking on Avenue K in Brooklyn. The sedan’s driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered head abrasions and was conscious. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the late-night crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred around 11:00 PM on Avenue K in Brooklyn. A 2023 Honda SUV traveling south collided with a 2020 Chevrolet sedan also heading south but starting from a parking position. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The sedan’s driver, a 55-year-old male occupant, was injured with head abrasions and remained conscious. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends. There is no mention of pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behaviors contributing to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773259, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 47-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at an intersection. The sedan, making a left turn, hit her on the left front quarter panel. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Driver errors included turning improperly and failure to yield right-of-way.

According to the police report, a 2022 Honda sedan was making a left turn northwest on Beverley Rd near Flatbush Ave at 17:02 when it struck a 47-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front quarter panel, causing the pedestrian to sustain injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3 with contusions and bruises. The report cites the driver's contributing factors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The driver was licensed in New Jersey and occupied the vehicle alone. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The collision highlights critical driver errors leading to serious pedestrian injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773635, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 12-year-old girl suffered abrasions and full-body injury after being struck while crossing a marked crosswalk without signal at Nostrand Avenue. The vehicle, traveling northeast, impacted her center front with no reported damage. Shock was reported.

According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn at 14:25. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk but without a crossing signal. The vehicle involved was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, and struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The report notes the pedestrian's injury as abrasions and entire body trauma, with a severity level of 3 and emotional shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The contributing factor listed is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' indicating pedestrian error or confusion as a factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773257, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A van veered down Flatbush Avenue, its driver asleep. Four parked sedans took the blow. Steel twisted. Glass scattered. The driver woke to crushed legs and silence. Engines cooled. The street held its breath.

A van traveling south on Flatbush Avenue near Albemarle Road struck four parked sedans after the driver fell asleep, according to the police report. The report states that the van's driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his legs. The narrative describes, 'A van veered south, driver asleep. It struck four parked sedans. Steel folded. Glass scattered. The 31-year-old man woke to crushed legs and silence.' The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other contributing factors are cited for the victims or parked vehicles. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers lose control of their vehicles, even for a moment. The impact left parked cars damaged and one person seriously injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771775, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A male pedestrian suffered facial abrasions after being struck by the center back end of a northbound tractor truck on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The truck was traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian was conscious but injured in the roadway.

According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured when a northbound tractor truck traveling straight ahead struck him with the center back end of the vehicle on Church Avenue, Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to the face and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The truck driver was licensed in New York and operating a 2006 KW-TRUCK/BUS. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the truck. No helmet use or crossing signal compliance was reported as contributing factors. The focus remains on the impact from the truck's rear and the pedestrian's presence in the roadway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771771, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV making a left turn struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Ocean Avenue near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:11 AM. The SUV was traveling north and was making a left turn when it struck the bicyclist, who was also traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old male, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash but notes the SUV's maneuver as a left turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper turning as the likely cause. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision. The data highlights the dangers posed by vehicle left turns to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771770, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided head-on on Avenue N in Brooklyn just before 1 a.m. Five occupants suffered injuries ranging from whiplash to head trauma. Both drivers were conscious; passengers experienced shock and pain. Vehicle damage focused on left front bumpers and quarter panels.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:58 a.m. on Avenue N in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one southbound, the other eastbound. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. Five occupants were injured: the 38-year-old driver of the BMW sedan suffered whiplash and whole-body injuries while wearing a lap belt and harness; the 21-year-old driver of the Honda sedan sustained a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. Three passengers, aged 34 and 39, experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea, including head injuries. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors or victim behaviors noted. No ejections occurred. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles' left front sections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771003, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A box truck traveling west on Caton Ave struck the rear of an SUV also heading west. The truck driver’s inattention caused the collision. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and shock but was restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 2023 Mack box truck driven by a licensed male from New Jersey collided with the center back end of a Hyundai SUV on Caton Ave in Brooklyn at 1:19 AM. Both vehicles were traveling westbound, with the truck striking the SUV from behind. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain proper attention. The SUV driver, a 37-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and experienced shock. He was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused center front end damage to the truck and rear end damage to the SUV.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769188, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Avenue K in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. No ejections or severe vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue K in Brooklyn at 6:30 PM involving two sedans traveling westbound. The driver of the rear BMW sedan, a 32-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and shock. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The front vehicle, a 2006 Toyota sedan, sustained no damage and was also traveling straight ahead. The rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance as the cause of injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770047, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted driver operating an SUV struck two parked vehicles on Avenue O in Brooklyn. The crash injured a front-seat passenger, who suffered head contusions and shock. The collision caused significant damage to the parked vehicles’ left side doors.

According to the police report, at 14:08 on Avenue O in Brooklyn, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling west collided with two parked SUVs. The contributing factor was driver inattention and distraction. The moving SUV impacted the left rear quarter panels of both parked vehicles, causing damage to their left side doors. A 28-year-old female front-seat passenger in the moving SUV was injured, sustaining head contusions and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The report explicitly cites driver inattention/distraction as the cause, highlighting a failure to maintain proper focus while driving. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior contributed to the crash. The incident underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768785, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 39-year-old male driver was injured and rendered unconscious in a Brooklyn crash involving multiple parked vehicles and a taxi making a left turn. The collision caused significant damage to several vehicles, highlighting driver errors and hazardous conditions.

According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn near Caton Avenue at 11:30 AM. The injured party was a 39-year-old male driver, unconscious and restrained by a harness, suffering unknown bodily injuries. The report details a taxi making a left turn that collided with a sedan and multiple parked SUVs, causing damage to the front and sides of the vehicles involved. The taxi's pre-crash action was 'Making Left Turn,' indicating a possible failure to yield or misjudgment during the maneuver. The sedan and SUVs were parked prior to impact, suggesting the moving taxi's driver actions were a critical factor. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not attribute fault to the victim. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver errors during turning movements in dense urban settings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768392, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 39-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury and unconsciousness while crossing at a Brooklyn intersection. She was struck despite crossing with the signal. The crash left her fractured and dislocated, highlighting a failure in vehicle operation or control.

According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection near 50 Parkside Ave in Brooklyn at 16:02. She was crossing with the pedestrian signal when struck, resulting in a severe head injury, unconsciousness, and fractures including dislocations. The report lists no contributing factors from the pedestrian, indicating no fault or error on her part. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle actions are provided, but the incident underscores a critical failure in vehicle operation or yielding to a pedestrian legally crossing. The pedestrian's injury severity was classified as level 3, reflecting serious trauma. This crash exemplifies systemic dangers faced by pedestrians even when following crossing signals.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769698, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 65-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk on Nostrand Avenue was struck by a southbound SUV traveling at unsafe speed. The impact caused head injuries and bruising. The driver failed to adjust speed, leading to serious pedestrian harm.

According to the police report, a 65-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2019 Acura SUV traveling south on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:15 a.m. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, causing head injuries and contusions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor attributed to the vehicle driver. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead but failed to reduce speed or yield to the pedestrian. No pedestrian behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers of speeding vehicles in pedestrian areas, especially outside controlled crossings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768377, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan making a left turn struck a southbound motorcycle on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered serious lower leg injuries. The sedan driver was licensed; the crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:02 on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling north was making a left turn when it collided head-on with a motorcycle traveling southbound straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries classified as severity level 3. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The sedan driver, a licensed female from New York, was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the motorcyclist but does not specify driver errors for the sedan. The collision caused center front end damage to both vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766093, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sport utility vehicles collided on East 17 Street in Brooklyn. The impact partially ejected two male passengers, causing back and leg injuries. Both remained conscious despite abrasions and bruises. The crash occurred during a right turn maneuver at night.

According to the police report, the crash involved two sport utility vehicles on East 17 Street near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:00 PM. One SUV was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left rear bumper of that vehicle and the right front bumper of the other. Two male passengers, ages 44 and 37, were partially ejected from the vehicles. Both sustained injuries: one suffered back abrasions, the other contusions to the knee and lower leg. Both were conscious at the scene. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite pedestrian or cyclist involvement. Driver errors such as failure to yield or improper turning are implied by the collision during a right turn. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764460, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 36-year-old woman was struck by an SUV traveling south on Bedford Avenue. The impact hit the pedestrian’s lower leg and foot, causing bruising and moderate injury. The pedestrian was conscious and injured outside an intersection.

According to the police report, a Station Wagon/SUV traveling south on Bedford Avenue struck a 36-year-old female pedestrian who was in the roadway but not at an intersection. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper, causing injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruising and remained conscious after the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but no contributing factors related to her behavior are cited. The driver was alone in the vehicle, traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the vehicle’s right front bumper.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764583, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A westbound SUV struck the left rear bumper of a sedan also traveling west on Avenue O in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered a concussion and full-body injuries but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, at 5:30 PM on Avenue O in Brooklyn, a 2012 SUV traveling west collided with the left rear bumper of a 1998 sedan also moving west. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver, who was restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV's damage was centered on the back end, indicating it struck the sedan from behind. The report lists the sedan driver’s contributing factors as unspecified, and no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The collision highlights the dangers of rear-end impacts in multi-vehicle traffic but does not assign fault to the injured sedan driver.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763263, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15