Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 71?
Blood on Eastern Parkway: City Leaders Are Counting Corpses, Not Saving Lives
Precinct 71: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 31, 2025
The Toll in Blood and Silence
In Precinct 71, the numbers do not lie. Six people killed. Thirty-one left with serious injuries. More than 1,800 hurt since 2022. The dead include a child, a centenarian, and a man struck down crossing Eastern Parkway. The wounds are not just numbers. They are broken families, empty chairs, and shoes left behind in the street.
Just last month, an eight-year-old boy was killed by an SUV at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue. In April, a 101-year-old woman was struck and killed crossing with the signal at Montgomery Street and Brooklyn Avenue. The driver was unlicensed. The car was an SUV. The story is always the same: speed, distraction, failure to yield. The cost is always paid by the most vulnerable.
Leadership: Promises and the Waiting Game
The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, and target the corners where people keep dying. But enforcement alone is not enough. Local leaders have the power to demand safer streets, lower speed limits, and redesign deadly crossings.
But the clock keeps ticking. The bodies keep coming. “We wait until someone dies. We wait until a tragedy. We wait to say, ‘oh my gosh, how could this possibly have happened?’ We let this happen time and time again,” said State Senator Andrew Gounardes. The silence is loud. The delays are deadly.
The Road Forward: No More Waiting
Precinct 71 can be made safe. The police can crack down on speeding and failure to yield. The city can lower the speed limit to 20 mph. Leaders can push for real street redesigns, not just paint. Residents can demand action. “We want the city to actually commit real capital to make sure that it can do treatments that truly address the safety concerns,” said Councilmember Alexa Avilés.
Every day of delay is another day someone does not come home.
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand safer streets.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Cyclist Injured on Unprotected McGuinness, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-20
- Sunset Park Hit-and-Run Spurs Demands, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-24
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4517159 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
- Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-30
- Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-23
- Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-25
- Cyclist Injured on Unprotected McGuinness, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-20
Other Representatives
District 43
249 Empire Blvd., Brooklyn, NY 11225
Room 555, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 41
400 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212
718-953-3097
250 Broadway, Suite 1856, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
District 20
1077 Nostrand Ave. Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Room 806, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 71 Police Precinct 71 sits in Brooklyn, District 41, AD 43, SD 20.
It contains Brooklyn CB9, Crown Heights (South), Prospect Lefferts Gardens-Wingate.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 71
Motorcyclist Crushed in Rear-End Collision with Turning Truck▸A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning Mack truck on Washington Avenue. The rider, helmeted and conscious, was half-flung from the bike, his leg shattered. Both vehicles moved south. The crash left the motorcyclist with crushing injuries.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the rear of a Mack tractor truck making a right turn on Washington Avenue near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled south. The report states the motorcycle 'slammed into the rear' of the turning truck, resulting in the 34-year-old rider being 'crushed,' his leg shattered, and partially ejected from the bike. The rider was helmeted and conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The impact left the motorcyclist with severe lower leg injuries, underscoring the dangers posed by close following and inattention on city streets.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
SUV Fails to Yield, Hits Pedestrian on Bedford▸SUV making left turn struck woman crossing with signal. Driver failed to yield. Victim suffered back contusions. Impact was right front bumper. Brooklyn street, late afternoon.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling west on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 28-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the signal. The crash happened at 16:52. The pedestrian suffered back contusions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inattention/distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. No damage to the vehicle was reported. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, but the collision resulted from the driver’s errors.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old man suffered back contusions after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights driver errors—specifically failure to yield and inattention—as the cause of injury to a lawful pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured by Vehicle Passing Too Closely▸A 59-year-old man walking outside an intersection suffered a severe arm fracture when a Ford SUV traveling west struck him on Franklin Ave. The driver’s failure to maintain safe distance caused the injury, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Franklin Ave near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 5:00 AM. The 59-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a Ford SUV traveling westbound. The point of impact was the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection and engaged in other actions in the roadway. The report cites the driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely," directly contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with an injury severity rated at 3. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors from the victim. The driver was going straight ahead and had no occupants in the vehicle at the time.
BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 35-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper leg injuries and bruising but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Montgomery Street in Brooklyn struck a 35-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while she was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a right turn at the time of impact and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the driver's part. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The report explicitly cites driver errors, emphasizing systemic danger from failure to yield and distraction, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
2Rear-End Crash on Eastern Parkway Injures Two▸A sedan slammed into stopped traffic on Eastern Parkway. Two men inside suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The crash left both injured, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, a crash unfolded on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 6 p.m. Two sedans and an SUV were involved. A sedan, stopped in traffic, was struck from behind by another vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male passenger in the struck sedan suffered neck and head injuries, described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact points—center front and back—show a chain-reaction collision. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Ignores Signal, Ejects Motorcyclist in Brooklyn▸SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning Mack truck on Washington Avenue. The rider, helmeted and conscious, was half-flung from the bike, his leg shattered. Both vehicles moved south. The crash left the motorcyclist with crushing injuries.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the rear of a Mack tractor truck making a right turn on Washington Avenue near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled south. The report states the motorcycle 'slammed into the rear' of the turning truck, resulting in the 34-year-old rider being 'crushed,' his leg shattered, and partially ejected from the bike. The rider was helmeted and conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The impact left the motorcyclist with severe lower leg injuries, underscoring the dangers posed by close following and inattention on city streets.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
SUV Fails to Yield, Hits Pedestrian on Bedford▸SUV making left turn struck woman crossing with signal. Driver failed to yield. Victim suffered back contusions. Impact was right front bumper. Brooklyn street, late afternoon.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling west on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 28-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the signal. The crash happened at 16:52. The pedestrian suffered back contusions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inattention/distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. No damage to the vehicle was reported. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, but the collision resulted from the driver’s errors.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old man suffered back contusions after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights driver errors—specifically failure to yield and inattention—as the cause of injury to a lawful pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured by Vehicle Passing Too Closely▸A 59-year-old man walking outside an intersection suffered a severe arm fracture when a Ford SUV traveling west struck him on Franklin Ave. The driver’s failure to maintain safe distance caused the injury, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Franklin Ave near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 5:00 AM. The 59-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a Ford SUV traveling westbound. The point of impact was the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection and engaged in other actions in the roadway. The report cites the driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely," directly contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with an injury severity rated at 3. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors from the victim. The driver was going straight ahead and had no occupants in the vehicle at the time.
BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 35-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper leg injuries and bruising but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Montgomery Street in Brooklyn struck a 35-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while she was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a right turn at the time of impact and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the driver's part. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The report explicitly cites driver errors, emphasizing systemic danger from failure to yield and distraction, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
2Rear-End Crash on Eastern Parkway Injures Two▸A sedan slammed into stopped traffic on Eastern Parkway. Two men inside suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The crash left both injured, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, a crash unfolded on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 6 p.m. Two sedans and an SUV were involved. A sedan, stopped in traffic, was struck from behind by another vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male passenger in the struck sedan suffered neck and head injuries, described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact points—center front and back—show a chain-reaction collision. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Ignores Signal, Ejects Motorcyclist in Brooklyn▸SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
- Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
SUV Fails to Yield, Hits Pedestrian on Bedford▸SUV making left turn struck woman crossing with signal. Driver failed to yield. Victim suffered back contusions. Impact was right front bumper. Brooklyn street, late afternoon.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling west on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 28-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the signal. The crash happened at 16:52. The pedestrian suffered back contusions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inattention/distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. No damage to the vehicle was reported. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, but the collision resulted from the driver’s errors.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old man suffered back contusions after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights driver errors—specifically failure to yield and inattention—as the cause of injury to a lawful pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured by Vehicle Passing Too Closely▸A 59-year-old man walking outside an intersection suffered a severe arm fracture when a Ford SUV traveling west struck him on Franklin Ave. The driver’s failure to maintain safe distance caused the injury, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Franklin Ave near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 5:00 AM. The 59-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a Ford SUV traveling westbound. The point of impact was the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection and engaged in other actions in the roadway. The report cites the driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely," directly contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with an injury severity rated at 3. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors from the victim. The driver was going straight ahead and had no occupants in the vehicle at the time.
BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 35-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper leg injuries and bruising but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Montgomery Street in Brooklyn struck a 35-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while she was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a right turn at the time of impact and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the driver's part. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The report explicitly cites driver errors, emphasizing systemic danger from failure to yield and distraction, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
2Rear-End Crash on Eastern Parkway Injures Two▸A sedan slammed into stopped traffic on Eastern Parkway. Two men inside suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The crash left both injured, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, a crash unfolded on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 6 p.m. Two sedans and an SUV were involved. A sedan, stopped in traffic, was struck from behind by another vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male passenger in the struck sedan suffered neck and head injuries, described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact points—center front and back—show a chain-reaction collision. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Ignores Signal, Ejects Motorcyclist in Brooklyn▸SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
- Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg, Gothamist, Published 2025-03-03
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
SUV Fails to Yield, Hits Pedestrian on Bedford▸SUV making left turn struck woman crossing with signal. Driver failed to yield. Victim suffered back contusions. Impact was right front bumper. Brooklyn street, late afternoon.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling west on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 28-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the signal. The crash happened at 16:52. The pedestrian suffered back contusions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inattention/distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. No damage to the vehicle was reported. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, but the collision resulted from the driver’s errors.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old man suffered back contusions after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights driver errors—specifically failure to yield and inattention—as the cause of injury to a lawful pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured by Vehicle Passing Too Closely▸A 59-year-old man walking outside an intersection suffered a severe arm fracture when a Ford SUV traveling west struck him on Franklin Ave. The driver’s failure to maintain safe distance caused the injury, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Franklin Ave near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 5:00 AM. The 59-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a Ford SUV traveling westbound. The point of impact was the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection and engaged in other actions in the roadway. The report cites the driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely," directly contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with an injury severity rated at 3. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors from the victim. The driver was going straight ahead and had no occupants in the vehicle at the time.
BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 35-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper leg injuries and bruising but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Montgomery Street in Brooklyn struck a 35-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while she was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a right turn at the time of impact and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the driver's part. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The report explicitly cites driver errors, emphasizing systemic danger from failure to yield and distraction, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
2Rear-End Crash on Eastern Parkway Injures Two▸A sedan slammed into stopped traffic on Eastern Parkway. Two men inside suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The crash left both injured, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, a crash unfolded on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 6 p.m. Two sedans and an SUV were involved. A sedan, stopped in traffic, was struck from behind by another vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male passenger in the struck sedan suffered neck and head injuries, described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact points—center front and back—show a chain-reaction collision. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Ignores Signal, Ejects Motorcyclist in Brooklyn▸SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
- Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
SUV Fails to Yield, Hits Pedestrian on Bedford▸SUV making left turn struck woman crossing with signal. Driver failed to yield. Victim suffered back contusions. Impact was right front bumper. Brooklyn street, late afternoon.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling west on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 28-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the signal. The crash happened at 16:52. The pedestrian suffered back contusions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inattention/distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. No damage to the vehicle was reported. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, but the collision resulted from the driver’s errors.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old man suffered back contusions after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights driver errors—specifically failure to yield and inattention—as the cause of injury to a lawful pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured by Vehicle Passing Too Closely▸A 59-year-old man walking outside an intersection suffered a severe arm fracture when a Ford SUV traveling west struck him on Franklin Ave. The driver’s failure to maintain safe distance caused the injury, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Franklin Ave near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 5:00 AM. The 59-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a Ford SUV traveling westbound. The point of impact was the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection and engaged in other actions in the roadway. The report cites the driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely," directly contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with an injury severity rated at 3. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors from the victim. The driver was going straight ahead and had no occupants in the vehicle at the time.
BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 35-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper leg injuries and bruising but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Montgomery Street in Brooklyn struck a 35-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while she was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a right turn at the time of impact and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the driver's part. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The report explicitly cites driver errors, emphasizing systemic danger from failure to yield and distraction, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
2Rear-End Crash on Eastern Parkway Injures Two▸A sedan slammed into stopped traffic on Eastern Parkway. Two men inside suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The crash left both injured, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, a crash unfolded on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 6 p.m. Two sedans and an SUV were involved. A sedan, stopped in traffic, was struck from behind by another vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male passenger in the struck sedan suffered neck and head injuries, described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact points—center front and back—show a chain-reaction collision. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Ignores Signal, Ejects Motorcyclist in Brooklyn▸SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
- Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-01
SUV Fails to Yield, Hits Pedestrian on Bedford▸SUV making left turn struck woman crossing with signal. Driver failed to yield. Victim suffered back contusions. Impact was right front bumper. Brooklyn street, late afternoon.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling west on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 28-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the signal. The crash happened at 16:52. The pedestrian suffered back contusions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inattention/distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. No damage to the vehicle was reported. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, but the collision resulted from the driver’s errors.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old man suffered back contusions after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights driver errors—specifically failure to yield and inattention—as the cause of injury to a lawful pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured by Vehicle Passing Too Closely▸A 59-year-old man walking outside an intersection suffered a severe arm fracture when a Ford SUV traveling west struck him on Franklin Ave. The driver’s failure to maintain safe distance caused the injury, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Franklin Ave near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 5:00 AM. The 59-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a Ford SUV traveling westbound. The point of impact was the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection and engaged in other actions in the roadway. The report cites the driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely," directly contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with an injury severity rated at 3. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors from the victim. The driver was going straight ahead and had no occupants in the vehicle at the time.
BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 35-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper leg injuries and bruising but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Montgomery Street in Brooklyn struck a 35-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while she was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a right turn at the time of impact and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the driver's part. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The report explicitly cites driver errors, emphasizing systemic danger from failure to yield and distraction, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
2Rear-End Crash on Eastern Parkway Injures Two▸A sedan slammed into stopped traffic on Eastern Parkway. Two men inside suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The crash left both injured, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, a crash unfolded on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 6 p.m. Two sedans and an SUV were involved. A sedan, stopped in traffic, was struck from behind by another vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male passenger in the struck sedan suffered neck and head injuries, described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact points—center front and back—show a chain-reaction collision. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Ignores Signal, Ejects Motorcyclist in Brooklyn▸SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
SUV making left turn struck woman crossing with signal. Driver failed to yield. Victim suffered back contusions. Impact was right front bumper. Brooklyn street, late afternoon.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling west on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 28-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the signal. The crash happened at 16:52. The pedestrian suffered back contusions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inattention/distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. No damage to the vehicle was reported. The pedestrian’s lawful crossing is noted, but the collision resulted from the driver’s errors.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old man suffered back contusions after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights driver errors—specifically failure to yield and inattention—as the cause of injury to a lawful pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured by Vehicle Passing Too Closely▸A 59-year-old man walking outside an intersection suffered a severe arm fracture when a Ford SUV traveling west struck him on Franklin Ave. The driver’s failure to maintain safe distance caused the injury, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Franklin Ave near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 5:00 AM. The 59-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a Ford SUV traveling westbound. The point of impact was the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection and engaged in other actions in the roadway. The report cites the driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely," directly contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with an injury severity rated at 3. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors from the victim. The driver was going straight ahead and had no occupants in the vehicle at the time.
BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 35-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper leg injuries and bruising but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Montgomery Street in Brooklyn struck a 35-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while she was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a right turn at the time of impact and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the driver's part. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The report explicitly cites driver errors, emphasizing systemic danger from failure to yield and distraction, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
2Rear-End Crash on Eastern Parkway Injures Two▸A sedan slammed into stopped traffic on Eastern Parkway. Two men inside suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The crash left both injured, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, a crash unfolded on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 6 p.m. Two sedans and an SUV were involved. A sedan, stopped in traffic, was struck from behind by another vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male passenger in the struck sedan suffered neck and head injuries, described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact points—center front and back—show a chain-reaction collision. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Ignores Signal, Ejects Motorcyclist in Brooklyn▸SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A 45-year-old man suffered back contusions after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Empire Blvd in Brooklyn struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights driver errors—specifically failure to yield and inattention—as the cause of injury to a lawful pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured by Vehicle Passing Too Closely▸A 59-year-old man walking outside an intersection suffered a severe arm fracture when a Ford SUV traveling west struck him on Franklin Ave. The driver’s failure to maintain safe distance caused the injury, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Franklin Ave near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 5:00 AM. The 59-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a Ford SUV traveling westbound. The point of impact was the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection and engaged in other actions in the roadway. The report cites the driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely," directly contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with an injury severity rated at 3. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors from the victim. The driver was going straight ahead and had no occupants in the vehicle at the time.
BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 35-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper leg injuries and bruising but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Montgomery Street in Brooklyn struck a 35-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while she was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a right turn at the time of impact and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the driver's part. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The report explicitly cites driver errors, emphasizing systemic danger from failure to yield and distraction, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
2Rear-End Crash on Eastern Parkway Injures Two▸A sedan slammed into stopped traffic on Eastern Parkway. Two men inside suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The crash left both injured, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, a crash unfolded on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 6 p.m. Two sedans and an SUV were involved. A sedan, stopped in traffic, was struck from behind by another vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male passenger in the struck sedan suffered neck and head injuries, described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact points—center front and back—show a chain-reaction collision. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Ignores Signal, Ejects Motorcyclist in Brooklyn▸SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A 59-year-old man walking outside an intersection suffered a severe arm fracture when a Ford SUV traveling west struck him on Franklin Ave. The driver’s failure to maintain safe distance caused the injury, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Franklin Ave near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 5:00 AM. The 59-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a Ford SUV traveling westbound. The point of impact was the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection and engaged in other actions in the roadway. The report cites the driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely," directly contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with an injury severity rated at 3. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors from the victim. The driver was going straight ahead and had no occupants in the vehicle at the time.
BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 35-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper leg injuries and bruising but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Montgomery Street in Brooklyn struck a 35-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while she was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a right turn at the time of impact and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the driver's part. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The report explicitly cites driver errors, emphasizing systemic danger from failure to yield and distraction, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
2Rear-End Crash on Eastern Parkway Injures Two▸A sedan slammed into stopped traffic on Eastern Parkway. Two men inside suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The crash left both injured, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, a crash unfolded on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 6 p.m. Two sedans and an SUV were involved. A sedan, stopped in traffic, was struck from behind by another vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male passenger in the struck sedan suffered neck and head injuries, described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact points—center front and back—show a chain-reaction collision. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Ignores Signal, Ejects Motorcyclist in Brooklyn▸SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
- BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway, NY Daily News, Published 2025-02-18
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 35-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper leg injuries and bruising but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Montgomery Street in Brooklyn struck a 35-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while she was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a right turn at the time of impact and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the driver's part. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The report explicitly cites driver errors, emphasizing systemic danger from failure to yield and distraction, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
2Rear-End Crash on Eastern Parkway Injures Two▸A sedan slammed into stopped traffic on Eastern Parkway. Two men inside suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The crash left both injured, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, a crash unfolded on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 6 p.m. Two sedans and an SUV were involved. A sedan, stopped in traffic, was struck from behind by another vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male passenger in the struck sedan suffered neck and head injuries, described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact points—center front and back—show a chain-reaction collision. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Ignores Signal, Ejects Motorcyclist in Brooklyn▸SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A 35-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper leg injuries and bruising but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Montgomery Street in Brooklyn struck a 35-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while she was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a right turn at the time of impact and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the driver's part. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The report explicitly cites driver errors, emphasizing systemic danger from failure to yield and distraction, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
2Rear-End Crash on Eastern Parkway Injures Two▸A sedan slammed into stopped traffic on Eastern Parkway. Two men inside suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The crash left both injured, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, a crash unfolded on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 6 p.m. Two sedans and an SUV were involved. A sedan, stopped in traffic, was struck from behind by another vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male passenger in the struck sedan suffered neck and head injuries, described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact points—center front and back—show a chain-reaction collision. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Ignores Signal, Ejects Motorcyclist in Brooklyn▸SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A sedan slammed into stopped traffic on Eastern Parkway. Two men inside suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The crash left both injured, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, a crash unfolded on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 6 p.m. Two sedans and an SUV were involved. A sedan, stopped in traffic, was struck from behind by another vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male passenger in the struck sedan suffered neck and head injuries, described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact points—center front and back—show a chain-reaction collision. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Ignores Signal, Ejects Motorcyclist in Brooklyn▸SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
SUV driver ran the light on Eastern Parkway. The crash hurled a young motorcyclist onto the street. His leg shattered. He lay unconscious. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The bike was wrecked. Streets stayed loud. Sirens cut the air.
According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV struck a 2024 Jiajue motorcycle at Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:55 AM. The SUV driver, unlicensed and holding a North Carolina license, disregarded traffic control. The SUV hit the motorcycle’s right side, ejecting the 21-year-old rider. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious. The motorcycle was demolished. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and the SUV driver’s unlicensed status as key factors in the crash.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Brooklyn Pedestrian▸A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A 20-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and passed too closely, causing abrasions and injury to the pedestrian’s lower arm and hand.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and passing too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but enough to cause injury. The pedestrian was conscious and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and spatial awareness as the primary causes of harm.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
- Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-01-26
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Rutland Road▸A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A moped driver, unlicensed, was ejected and injured on Rutland Road. The crash followed an animal’s sudden action. The rider suffered leg abrasions. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured at 354 Rutland Road in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The report lists 'Animals Action' as the contributing factor, indicating an animal caused the crash. The driver was unlicensed. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped’s right front bumper was damaged. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks posed by animal encounters and unlicensed operation on city streets.
Sedan Slams Escooter on New York Ave▸A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A sedan turned left and struck an escooter traveling straight. The escooter rider suffered facial abrasions. Police blamed driver distraction and failure to yield. The sedan’s front quarter panel was smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on New York Avenue in Brooklyn collided with an escooter traveling straight south at 1:45 PM. The escooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors caused by the sedan driver. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The escooter showed no vehicle damage. No contributing factors were attributed to the escooter rider.
Bus and SUV Collide on Brooklyn Street▸A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A bus and an SUV collided on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 4 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn. A bus traveling east with one occupant struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV also traveling east but making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bus impacted the SUV with its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions on city streets.
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Driver▸Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
Two sedans collided on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s left rear bumper. The front driver suffered a head injury and whiplash, remaining conscious. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:17 on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front sedan, damaging its left rear bumper. The front vehicle’s driver, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. Both drivers were male; the rear driver held a permit license, while the front driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver error in maintaining safe following distances.
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Toddler Pedestrian▸A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper right turn on New York Ave in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver’s unsafe speed and turning error caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 5:55 PM on New York Ave near Sterling St in Brooklyn, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV made an improper right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle struck her at the center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver mistakes in turning maneuvers, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians, without any fault attributed to the child.
Distracted Driver Fails to Yield in Brooklyn Crash▸A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.
A 19-year-old driver suffered full-body injuries after a collision on Washington Ave. The crash involved a pick-up truck making a left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Washington Ave near Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn at 3:00 PM. A pick-up truck was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling southbound. The 19-year-old sedan driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to the entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, both attributed to the sedan driver. The pick-up truck driver was licensed and traveling northbound. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to yield in urban traffic.