About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 15
▸ Crush Injuries 7
▸ Severe Bleeding 10
▸ Severe Lacerations 10
▸ Concussion 17
▸ Whiplash 70
▸ Contusion/Bruise 111
▸ Abrasion 118
▸ Pain/Nausea 38
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Precinct 72
- 2025 Blue Acura Sedan (KXH4599) – 53 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2016 White Lexus Suburban (LNC2044) – 36 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2016 White Jeep Suburban (LKR1028) – 32 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Acura Suburban (LBJ8017) – 31 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Land Rover Station Wagon (KVH2364) – 28 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Red Lights, Dead Pedestrians—City Waits, People Die
Precinct 72: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 28, 2025
The Toll: Two Dead in the Crosswalk
Just weeks ago, two men—Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqui Lin, 59—were killed in a crosswalk at Third Avenue and 52nd Street. They had the light. The BMW driver ran the red and kept going. Both men died at the scene. The street was busy. The city was silent. CBS New York reported that since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. The blood dries, but the danger stays.
The Pattern: Broken Promises, Endless Waiting
Fourteen people have died in Precinct 72 since 2022. Over 2,300 have been injured. Twenty-one suffered injuries so severe they may never walk the same. Most were walking or biking. Most did nothing wrong. The numbers do not lie. The city has known about Third Avenue for years. Plans to fix it have sat on a shelf since 2014. Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes asked, “We started talking about a plan in 2014 and it’s now 2025. What is going on?” There is no answer. There is only waiting.
The Leaders: Words, Not Action
After the latest deaths, officials gathered. They spoke of safety. They spoke of families. Councilmember Alexa Avilés called for real investment: “We want the city to actually commit real capital to make sure that it can do treatments that truly address the safety concerns while balancing the fact that we have an industrial business zone here.” But the city’s response has been a sign that says “be careful.” State Senator Andrew Gounardes said, “We should all be offended. Angry. Insulted. That the response from our city to two deaths blocks away from here is a sign that says: ‘be careful.’”
The Precinct: Power to Protect
Precinct 72 has the power to enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, and target crash hotspots. They can act now. They do not need to wait for another funeral. The tools are in their hands. The question is whether they will use them.
Call to Action:
Demand more. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Call Precinct 72. Tell them to enforce the law, redesign the streets, and end the waiting. Every day of delay is another day someone dies for nothing.
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
- Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-23
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4726907 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-28
- Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-25
- Cyclist Injured on Unprotected McGuinness, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-20
- Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-24
Other Representatives
District 44
416 7th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11215
Room 557, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 38
4417 4th Avenue, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11220
718-439-9012
250 Broadway, Suite 1746, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
District 17
6605 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Room 615, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 72 Police Precinct 72 sits in Brooklyn, District 38, AD 44, SD 17.
It contains Brooklyn CB7, Windsor Terrace-South Slope, Sunset Park (West), Sunset Park (Central), Green-Wood Cemetery.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 72
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Brooklyn police pursuit ends with pedestrian struck, alleged teenage car thief caught▸
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Brooklyn police pursuit ends with pedestrian struck, alleged teenage car thief caught,
amny,
Published 2025-09-14
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Truck driver rear-ends SUV on BQE▸Sep 8 - Westbound on the Gowanus, a truck driver hit an SUV’s rear. Midday, straight ahead. One driver injured with a concussion and back pain. Police recorded driver inattention and following too closely.
Two westbound drivers collided on the Gowanus Expy (BQE) at 12:10 p.m. A truck driver hit the rear of an SUV. The truck sustained front-end damage; the SUV had rear-end damage. One driver, 39, was injured with a concussion and back pain. He was conscious and not ejected. "According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead, and police recorded driver inattention/distraction and following too closely by the drivers." The crash involved a 2016 Hino box truck and a 2021 Lexus SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Brooklyn Driver Fails to Yield, Hurts 6-Year-Old▸Sep 7 - A driver went straight on 54 St and hit a 6-year-old at the intersection. The boy was hurt. The driver was also injured. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
At 557 54 St in Brooklyn, a driver traveling east and going straight ahead hit a 6-year-old boy in the intersection. The child suffered a leg injury and abrasions. The driver, a 21-year-old man, was also injured with neck abrasions. According to the police report, police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver. The point of impact was the center front end. Both were listed as conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was noted in the report.
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SUV driver hits stopped flatbed on Gowanus ramp▸Sep 4 - A driver in an SUV went north on the Gowanus ramp and hit a flatbed stopped in traffic. Police recorded “View Obstructed/Limited.” One driver hurt. The SUV’s center front was damaged. The truck showed no damage.
A driver in an SUV, heading north on the Gowanus ramp, hit a flatbed whose driver was stopped in traffic. The SUV driver, 56, was injured with an arm abrasion. The other driver, 57, and another occupant were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the SUV was “Avoiding Object in Roadway” and the flatbed was “Stopped in Traffic.” Police recorded “View Obstructed/Limited.” The SUV showed center front damage; the flatbed showed none. The record lists no other contributing factors for either driver. This was a northbound ramp crash with limited sight lines noted by police.
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Improper Left Turn Strikes Rear-Seat Passenger▸Aug 31 - A driver turned left improperly on 3 Ave at 38 St and hit a southbound sedan. A 27-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered head trauma and complained of pain or nausea. Police recorded Turning Improperly by the driver.
The driver of a Hyundai made a left turn across southbound traffic on 3 Ave at 38 St. The driver of a Chevrolet was traveling south, going straight. The driver of the Chevrolet hit the Hyundai's left-side doors with the Chevrolet's right front bumper. A 27-year-old female rear-seat passenger suffered a head injury and complained of pain or nausea. "According to the police report," the contributing factor was "Turning Improperly." Driver errors recorded include Turning Improperly. The injured passenger was not ejected and safety equipment was listed as Unknown. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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E‑Bike Rider Ejected Into Parked Sedan▸Aug 31 - A northbound e-bike struck the rear of a parked 2013 Honda on 5th Avenue. The 22-year-old rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and bleeding. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
According to the police report … the 22-year-old e-bike rider struck the center rear of a parked 2013 Honda sedan near 4415 5 Ave in Brooklyn at 1:19 a.m. The rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and minor bleeding. The sedan driver was listed as injured. The report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as a contributing factor. The e-bike was traveling north going straight; the sedan was parked and sustained center back-end damage. The report notes the e-bike operator was unlicensed and had no safety equipment recorded.
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Rear-end crash on 6 Ave injures passenger▸Aug 23 - A driver rear-ended an eastbound sedan on 6 Ave at 62 St. A 50-year-old front passenger suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded Passenger Distraction. A parked sedan was damaged.
A driver heading east on 6 Ave rear-ended another eastbound sedan near 62 St in Brooklyn. A driver in a 1997 Toyota hit the back of a 2021 Audi. A parked sedan's left-side doors were damaged in the same crash. A 50-year-old woman in the front passenger seat was injured with a leg bruise. Other people were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, police recorded Passenger Distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were recorded as going straight ahead before impact.
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Child cyclist ejected on Prospect Park West▸Aug 16 - A six-year-old girl on a bike was ejected on Prospect Park West at 15th. She hit. She bruised. The street stood still. No driver errors recorded. The wound is small. The message is not.
A child bicyclist, age 6, was injured and ejected while riding on Prospect Park West at 15 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, vehicle types involved were a bike and a “Standing S,” both listed as parked, with no vehicle damage noted. The child suffered a leg injury and contusion and was reported conscious. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for involved parties, and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Helmet use is noted for the child after the absence of listed driver errors.
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SUV reversing hits woman on 48th▸Aug 16 - An SUV backed down 48th Street and struck a 56-year-old woman. She took a blow to the head. The street turned hard and small. The driver kept it in reverse. Brooklyn felt the weight.
A Toyota SUV, backing west on 48 St at 4 Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, injuring her head. According to the police report, the crash involved “Backing Unsafely.” Data list driver errors as Backing Unsafely for the driver and vehicle occupants. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing with “No Signal, or Crosswalk,” but the cited contributing factor remains the driver’s unsafe backing. No other causes are listed. The SUV showed no damage; the driver was licensed. The report places the impact at the vehicle’s center back end and notes the pedestrian in shock.
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Left-turn sedan hits southbound motorcycle, ejects teen▸Aug 14 - A sedan turned left and hit a southbound motorcycle at 7 Ave and 15 St. A 17-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed.
The driver of a sedan turned left from 15th Street into 7th Avenue and struck a southbound motorcycle. Two people were on the motorcycle. A 17-year-old rear passenger was ejected and suffered a fracture to the knee/lower leg/foot. The sedan shows center front-end damage; the motorcycle shows left-side damage. "According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction, Unsafe Speed." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Unsafe Speed as the listed driver errors. The sedan driver is listed as a licensed New Jersey motorist; no helmet, signal, or pedestrian factors are cited in the report.
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Right-Turning SUV Driver Injures Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Aug 8 - 4th Ave at 18th St. A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound cyclist. The 40-year-old man suffered an arm abrasion. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver.
A driver in a 2020 SUV turned right at 18th St and hit a southbound cyclist on 4th Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered an arm injury with abrasions and was reported injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' were recorded as contributing factors. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The SUV sustained right-side door damage; the bike had no reported damage. The crash time was 7:17 p.m. in the 72nd Precinct.
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Driver in Sedan Runs Signal, Hits Scooter▸Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
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Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
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Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
- Brooklyn police pursuit ends with pedestrian struck, alleged teenage car thief caught, amny, Published 2025-09-14
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Truck driver rear-ends SUV on BQE▸Sep 8 - Westbound on the Gowanus, a truck driver hit an SUV’s rear. Midday, straight ahead. One driver injured with a concussion and back pain. Police recorded driver inattention and following too closely.
Two westbound drivers collided on the Gowanus Expy (BQE) at 12:10 p.m. A truck driver hit the rear of an SUV. The truck sustained front-end damage; the SUV had rear-end damage. One driver, 39, was injured with a concussion and back pain. He was conscious and not ejected. "According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead, and police recorded driver inattention/distraction and following too closely by the drivers." The crash involved a 2016 Hino box truck and a 2021 Lexus SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Brooklyn Driver Fails to Yield, Hurts 6-Year-Old▸Sep 7 - A driver went straight on 54 St and hit a 6-year-old at the intersection. The boy was hurt. The driver was also injured. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
At 557 54 St in Brooklyn, a driver traveling east and going straight ahead hit a 6-year-old boy in the intersection. The child suffered a leg injury and abrasions. The driver, a 21-year-old man, was also injured with neck abrasions. According to the police report, police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver. The point of impact was the center front end. Both were listed as conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was noted in the report.
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SUV driver hits stopped flatbed on Gowanus ramp▸Sep 4 - A driver in an SUV went north on the Gowanus ramp and hit a flatbed stopped in traffic. Police recorded “View Obstructed/Limited.” One driver hurt. The SUV’s center front was damaged. The truck showed no damage.
A driver in an SUV, heading north on the Gowanus ramp, hit a flatbed whose driver was stopped in traffic. The SUV driver, 56, was injured with an arm abrasion. The other driver, 57, and another occupant were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the SUV was “Avoiding Object in Roadway” and the flatbed was “Stopped in Traffic.” Police recorded “View Obstructed/Limited.” The SUV showed center front damage; the flatbed showed none. The record lists no other contributing factors for either driver. This was a northbound ramp crash with limited sight lines noted by police.
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Improper Left Turn Strikes Rear-Seat Passenger▸Aug 31 - A driver turned left improperly on 3 Ave at 38 St and hit a southbound sedan. A 27-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered head trauma and complained of pain or nausea. Police recorded Turning Improperly by the driver.
The driver of a Hyundai made a left turn across southbound traffic on 3 Ave at 38 St. The driver of a Chevrolet was traveling south, going straight. The driver of the Chevrolet hit the Hyundai's left-side doors with the Chevrolet's right front bumper. A 27-year-old female rear-seat passenger suffered a head injury and complained of pain or nausea. "According to the police report," the contributing factor was "Turning Improperly." Driver errors recorded include Turning Improperly. The injured passenger was not ejected and safety equipment was listed as Unknown. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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E‑Bike Rider Ejected Into Parked Sedan▸Aug 31 - A northbound e-bike struck the rear of a parked 2013 Honda on 5th Avenue. The 22-year-old rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and bleeding. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
According to the police report … the 22-year-old e-bike rider struck the center rear of a parked 2013 Honda sedan near 4415 5 Ave in Brooklyn at 1:19 a.m. The rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and minor bleeding. The sedan driver was listed as injured. The report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as a contributing factor. The e-bike was traveling north going straight; the sedan was parked and sustained center back-end damage. The report notes the e-bike operator was unlicensed and had no safety equipment recorded.
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Rear-end crash on 6 Ave injures passenger▸Aug 23 - A driver rear-ended an eastbound sedan on 6 Ave at 62 St. A 50-year-old front passenger suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded Passenger Distraction. A parked sedan was damaged.
A driver heading east on 6 Ave rear-ended another eastbound sedan near 62 St in Brooklyn. A driver in a 1997 Toyota hit the back of a 2021 Audi. A parked sedan's left-side doors were damaged in the same crash. A 50-year-old woman in the front passenger seat was injured with a leg bruise. Other people were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, police recorded Passenger Distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were recorded as going straight ahead before impact.
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Child cyclist ejected on Prospect Park West▸Aug 16 - A six-year-old girl on a bike was ejected on Prospect Park West at 15th. She hit. She bruised. The street stood still. No driver errors recorded. The wound is small. The message is not.
A child bicyclist, age 6, was injured and ejected while riding on Prospect Park West at 15 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, vehicle types involved were a bike and a “Standing S,” both listed as parked, with no vehicle damage noted. The child suffered a leg injury and contusion and was reported conscious. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for involved parties, and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Helmet use is noted for the child after the absence of listed driver errors.
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SUV reversing hits woman on 48th▸Aug 16 - An SUV backed down 48th Street and struck a 56-year-old woman. She took a blow to the head. The street turned hard and small. The driver kept it in reverse. Brooklyn felt the weight.
A Toyota SUV, backing west on 48 St at 4 Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, injuring her head. According to the police report, the crash involved “Backing Unsafely.” Data list driver errors as Backing Unsafely for the driver and vehicle occupants. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing with “No Signal, or Crosswalk,” but the cited contributing factor remains the driver’s unsafe backing. No other causes are listed. The SUV showed no damage; the driver was licensed. The report places the impact at the vehicle’s center back end and notes the pedestrian in shock.
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Left-turn sedan hits southbound motorcycle, ejects teen▸Aug 14 - A sedan turned left and hit a southbound motorcycle at 7 Ave and 15 St. A 17-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed.
The driver of a sedan turned left from 15th Street into 7th Avenue and struck a southbound motorcycle. Two people were on the motorcycle. A 17-year-old rear passenger was ejected and suffered a fracture to the knee/lower leg/foot. The sedan shows center front-end damage; the motorcycle shows left-side damage. "According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction, Unsafe Speed." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Unsafe Speed as the listed driver errors. The sedan driver is listed as a licensed New Jersey motorist; no helmet, signal, or pedestrian factors are cited in the report.
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Right-Turning SUV Driver Injures Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Aug 8 - 4th Ave at 18th St. A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound cyclist. The 40-year-old man suffered an arm abrasion. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver.
A driver in a 2020 SUV turned right at 18th St and hit a southbound cyclist on 4th Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered an arm injury with abrasions and was reported injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' were recorded as contributing factors. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The SUV sustained right-side door damage; the bike had no reported damage. The crash time was 7:17 p.m. in the 72nd Precinct.
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Driver in Sedan Runs Signal, Hits Scooter▸Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
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Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
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Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Sep 8 - Westbound on the Gowanus, a truck driver hit an SUV’s rear. Midday, straight ahead. One driver injured with a concussion and back pain. Police recorded driver inattention and following too closely.
Two westbound drivers collided on the Gowanus Expy (BQE) at 12:10 p.m. A truck driver hit the rear of an SUV. The truck sustained front-end damage; the SUV had rear-end damage. One driver, 39, was injured with a concussion and back pain. He was conscious and not ejected. "According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead, and police recorded driver inattention/distraction and following too closely by the drivers." The crash involved a 2016 Hino box truck and a 2021 Lexus SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Brooklyn Driver Fails to Yield, Hurts 6-Year-Old▸Sep 7 - A driver went straight on 54 St and hit a 6-year-old at the intersection. The boy was hurt. The driver was also injured. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
At 557 54 St in Brooklyn, a driver traveling east and going straight ahead hit a 6-year-old boy in the intersection. The child suffered a leg injury and abrasions. The driver, a 21-year-old man, was also injured with neck abrasions. According to the police report, police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver. The point of impact was the center front end. Both were listed as conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was noted in the report.
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SUV driver hits stopped flatbed on Gowanus ramp▸Sep 4 - A driver in an SUV went north on the Gowanus ramp and hit a flatbed stopped in traffic. Police recorded “View Obstructed/Limited.” One driver hurt. The SUV’s center front was damaged. The truck showed no damage.
A driver in an SUV, heading north on the Gowanus ramp, hit a flatbed whose driver was stopped in traffic. The SUV driver, 56, was injured with an arm abrasion. The other driver, 57, and another occupant were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the SUV was “Avoiding Object in Roadway” and the flatbed was “Stopped in Traffic.” Police recorded “View Obstructed/Limited.” The SUV showed center front damage; the flatbed showed none. The record lists no other contributing factors for either driver. This was a northbound ramp crash with limited sight lines noted by police.
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Improper Left Turn Strikes Rear-Seat Passenger▸Aug 31 - A driver turned left improperly on 3 Ave at 38 St and hit a southbound sedan. A 27-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered head trauma and complained of pain or nausea. Police recorded Turning Improperly by the driver.
The driver of a Hyundai made a left turn across southbound traffic on 3 Ave at 38 St. The driver of a Chevrolet was traveling south, going straight. The driver of the Chevrolet hit the Hyundai's left-side doors with the Chevrolet's right front bumper. A 27-year-old female rear-seat passenger suffered a head injury and complained of pain or nausea. "According to the police report," the contributing factor was "Turning Improperly." Driver errors recorded include Turning Improperly. The injured passenger was not ejected and safety equipment was listed as Unknown. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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E‑Bike Rider Ejected Into Parked Sedan▸Aug 31 - A northbound e-bike struck the rear of a parked 2013 Honda on 5th Avenue. The 22-year-old rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and bleeding. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
According to the police report … the 22-year-old e-bike rider struck the center rear of a parked 2013 Honda sedan near 4415 5 Ave in Brooklyn at 1:19 a.m. The rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and minor bleeding. The sedan driver was listed as injured. The report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as a contributing factor. The e-bike was traveling north going straight; the sedan was parked and sustained center back-end damage. The report notes the e-bike operator was unlicensed and had no safety equipment recorded.
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Rear-end crash on 6 Ave injures passenger▸Aug 23 - A driver rear-ended an eastbound sedan on 6 Ave at 62 St. A 50-year-old front passenger suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded Passenger Distraction. A parked sedan was damaged.
A driver heading east on 6 Ave rear-ended another eastbound sedan near 62 St in Brooklyn. A driver in a 1997 Toyota hit the back of a 2021 Audi. A parked sedan's left-side doors were damaged in the same crash. A 50-year-old woman in the front passenger seat was injured with a leg bruise. Other people were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, police recorded Passenger Distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were recorded as going straight ahead before impact.
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Child cyclist ejected on Prospect Park West▸Aug 16 - A six-year-old girl on a bike was ejected on Prospect Park West at 15th. She hit. She bruised. The street stood still. No driver errors recorded. The wound is small. The message is not.
A child bicyclist, age 6, was injured and ejected while riding on Prospect Park West at 15 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, vehicle types involved were a bike and a “Standing S,” both listed as parked, with no vehicle damage noted. The child suffered a leg injury and contusion and was reported conscious. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for involved parties, and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Helmet use is noted for the child after the absence of listed driver errors.
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SUV reversing hits woman on 48th▸Aug 16 - An SUV backed down 48th Street and struck a 56-year-old woman. She took a blow to the head. The street turned hard and small. The driver kept it in reverse. Brooklyn felt the weight.
A Toyota SUV, backing west on 48 St at 4 Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, injuring her head. According to the police report, the crash involved “Backing Unsafely.” Data list driver errors as Backing Unsafely for the driver and vehicle occupants. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing with “No Signal, or Crosswalk,” but the cited contributing factor remains the driver’s unsafe backing. No other causes are listed. The SUV showed no damage; the driver was licensed. The report places the impact at the vehicle’s center back end and notes the pedestrian in shock.
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Left-turn sedan hits southbound motorcycle, ejects teen▸Aug 14 - A sedan turned left and hit a southbound motorcycle at 7 Ave and 15 St. A 17-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed.
The driver of a sedan turned left from 15th Street into 7th Avenue and struck a southbound motorcycle. Two people were on the motorcycle. A 17-year-old rear passenger was ejected and suffered a fracture to the knee/lower leg/foot. The sedan shows center front-end damage; the motorcycle shows left-side damage. "According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction, Unsafe Speed." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Unsafe Speed as the listed driver errors. The sedan driver is listed as a licensed New Jersey motorist; no helmet, signal, or pedestrian factors are cited in the report.
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Right-Turning SUV Driver Injures Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Aug 8 - 4th Ave at 18th St. A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound cyclist. The 40-year-old man suffered an arm abrasion. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver.
A driver in a 2020 SUV turned right at 18th St and hit a southbound cyclist on 4th Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered an arm injury with abrasions and was reported injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' were recorded as contributing factors. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The SUV sustained right-side door damage; the bike had no reported damage. The crash time was 7:17 p.m. in the 72nd Precinct.
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Driver in Sedan Runs Signal, Hits Scooter▸Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
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Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
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Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Sep 7 - A driver went straight on 54 St and hit a 6-year-old at the intersection. The boy was hurt. The driver was also injured. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
At 557 54 St in Brooklyn, a driver traveling east and going straight ahead hit a 6-year-old boy in the intersection. The child suffered a leg injury and abrasions. The driver, a 21-year-old man, was also injured with neck abrasions. According to the police report, police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver. The point of impact was the center front end. Both were listed as conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was noted in the report.
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SUV driver hits stopped flatbed on Gowanus ramp▸Sep 4 - A driver in an SUV went north on the Gowanus ramp and hit a flatbed stopped in traffic. Police recorded “View Obstructed/Limited.” One driver hurt. The SUV’s center front was damaged. The truck showed no damage.
A driver in an SUV, heading north on the Gowanus ramp, hit a flatbed whose driver was stopped in traffic. The SUV driver, 56, was injured with an arm abrasion. The other driver, 57, and another occupant were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the SUV was “Avoiding Object in Roadway” and the flatbed was “Stopped in Traffic.” Police recorded “View Obstructed/Limited.” The SUV showed center front damage; the flatbed showed none. The record lists no other contributing factors for either driver. This was a northbound ramp crash with limited sight lines noted by police.
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Improper Left Turn Strikes Rear-Seat Passenger▸Aug 31 - A driver turned left improperly on 3 Ave at 38 St and hit a southbound sedan. A 27-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered head trauma and complained of pain or nausea. Police recorded Turning Improperly by the driver.
The driver of a Hyundai made a left turn across southbound traffic on 3 Ave at 38 St. The driver of a Chevrolet was traveling south, going straight. The driver of the Chevrolet hit the Hyundai's left-side doors with the Chevrolet's right front bumper. A 27-year-old female rear-seat passenger suffered a head injury and complained of pain or nausea. "According to the police report," the contributing factor was "Turning Improperly." Driver errors recorded include Turning Improperly. The injured passenger was not ejected and safety equipment was listed as Unknown. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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E‑Bike Rider Ejected Into Parked Sedan▸Aug 31 - A northbound e-bike struck the rear of a parked 2013 Honda on 5th Avenue. The 22-year-old rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and bleeding. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
According to the police report … the 22-year-old e-bike rider struck the center rear of a parked 2013 Honda sedan near 4415 5 Ave in Brooklyn at 1:19 a.m. The rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and minor bleeding. The sedan driver was listed as injured. The report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as a contributing factor. The e-bike was traveling north going straight; the sedan was parked and sustained center back-end damage. The report notes the e-bike operator was unlicensed and had no safety equipment recorded.
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Rear-end crash on 6 Ave injures passenger▸Aug 23 - A driver rear-ended an eastbound sedan on 6 Ave at 62 St. A 50-year-old front passenger suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded Passenger Distraction. A parked sedan was damaged.
A driver heading east on 6 Ave rear-ended another eastbound sedan near 62 St in Brooklyn. A driver in a 1997 Toyota hit the back of a 2021 Audi. A parked sedan's left-side doors were damaged in the same crash. A 50-year-old woman in the front passenger seat was injured with a leg bruise. Other people were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, police recorded Passenger Distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were recorded as going straight ahead before impact.
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Child cyclist ejected on Prospect Park West▸Aug 16 - A six-year-old girl on a bike was ejected on Prospect Park West at 15th. She hit. She bruised. The street stood still. No driver errors recorded. The wound is small. The message is not.
A child bicyclist, age 6, was injured and ejected while riding on Prospect Park West at 15 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, vehicle types involved were a bike and a “Standing S,” both listed as parked, with no vehicle damage noted. The child suffered a leg injury and contusion and was reported conscious. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for involved parties, and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Helmet use is noted for the child after the absence of listed driver errors.
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SUV reversing hits woman on 48th▸Aug 16 - An SUV backed down 48th Street and struck a 56-year-old woman. She took a blow to the head. The street turned hard and small. The driver kept it in reverse. Brooklyn felt the weight.
A Toyota SUV, backing west on 48 St at 4 Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, injuring her head. According to the police report, the crash involved “Backing Unsafely.” Data list driver errors as Backing Unsafely for the driver and vehicle occupants. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing with “No Signal, or Crosswalk,” but the cited contributing factor remains the driver’s unsafe backing. No other causes are listed. The SUV showed no damage; the driver was licensed. The report places the impact at the vehicle’s center back end and notes the pedestrian in shock.
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Left-turn sedan hits southbound motorcycle, ejects teen▸Aug 14 - A sedan turned left and hit a southbound motorcycle at 7 Ave and 15 St. A 17-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed.
The driver of a sedan turned left from 15th Street into 7th Avenue and struck a southbound motorcycle. Two people were on the motorcycle. A 17-year-old rear passenger was ejected and suffered a fracture to the knee/lower leg/foot. The sedan shows center front-end damage; the motorcycle shows left-side damage. "According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction, Unsafe Speed." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Unsafe Speed as the listed driver errors. The sedan driver is listed as a licensed New Jersey motorist; no helmet, signal, or pedestrian factors are cited in the report.
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Right-Turning SUV Driver Injures Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Aug 8 - 4th Ave at 18th St. A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound cyclist. The 40-year-old man suffered an arm abrasion. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver.
A driver in a 2020 SUV turned right at 18th St and hit a southbound cyclist on 4th Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered an arm injury with abrasions and was reported injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' were recorded as contributing factors. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The SUV sustained right-side door damage; the bike had no reported damage. The crash time was 7:17 p.m. in the 72nd Precinct.
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Driver in Sedan Runs Signal, Hits Scooter▸Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
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Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
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Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Sep 4 - A driver in an SUV went north on the Gowanus ramp and hit a flatbed stopped in traffic. Police recorded “View Obstructed/Limited.” One driver hurt. The SUV’s center front was damaged. The truck showed no damage.
A driver in an SUV, heading north on the Gowanus ramp, hit a flatbed whose driver was stopped in traffic. The SUV driver, 56, was injured with an arm abrasion. The other driver, 57, and another occupant were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the SUV was “Avoiding Object in Roadway” and the flatbed was “Stopped in Traffic.” Police recorded “View Obstructed/Limited.” The SUV showed center front damage; the flatbed showed none. The record lists no other contributing factors for either driver. This was a northbound ramp crash with limited sight lines noted by police.
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Improper Left Turn Strikes Rear-Seat Passenger▸Aug 31 - A driver turned left improperly on 3 Ave at 38 St and hit a southbound sedan. A 27-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered head trauma and complained of pain or nausea. Police recorded Turning Improperly by the driver.
The driver of a Hyundai made a left turn across southbound traffic on 3 Ave at 38 St. The driver of a Chevrolet was traveling south, going straight. The driver of the Chevrolet hit the Hyundai's left-side doors with the Chevrolet's right front bumper. A 27-year-old female rear-seat passenger suffered a head injury and complained of pain or nausea. "According to the police report," the contributing factor was "Turning Improperly." Driver errors recorded include Turning Improperly. The injured passenger was not ejected and safety equipment was listed as Unknown. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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E‑Bike Rider Ejected Into Parked Sedan▸Aug 31 - A northbound e-bike struck the rear of a parked 2013 Honda on 5th Avenue. The 22-year-old rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and bleeding. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
According to the police report … the 22-year-old e-bike rider struck the center rear of a parked 2013 Honda sedan near 4415 5 Ave in Brooklyn at 1:19 a.m. The rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and minor bleeding. The sedan driver was listed as injured. The report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as a contributing factor. The e-bike was traveling north going straight; the sedan was parked and sustained center back-end damage. The report notes the e-bike operator was unlicensed and had no safety equipment recorded.
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Rear-end crash on 6 Ave injures passenger▸Aug 23 - A driver rear-ended an eastbound sedan on 6 Ave at 62 St. A 50-year-old front passenger suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded Passenger Distraction. A parked sedan was damaged.
A driver heading east on 6 Ave rear-ended another eastbound sedan near 62 St in Brooklyn. A driver in a 1997 Toyota hit the back of a 2021 Audi. A parked sedan's left-side doors were damaged in the same crash. A 50-year-old woman in the front passenger seat was injured with a leg bruise. Other people were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, police recorded Passenger Distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were recorded as going straight ahead before impact.
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Child cyclist ejected on Prospect Park West▸Aug 16 - A six-year-old girl on a bike was ejected on Prospect Park West at 15th. She hit. She bruised. The street stood still. No driver errors recorded. The wound is small. The message is not.
A child bicyclist, age 6, was injured and ejected while riding on Prospect Park West at 15 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, vehicle types involved were a bike and a “Standing S,” both listed as parked, with no vehicle damage noted. The child suffered a leg injury and contusion and was reported conscious. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for involved parties, and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Helmet use is noted for the child after the absence of listed driver errors.
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SUV reversing hits woman on 48th▸Aug 16 - An SUV backed down 48th Street and struck a 56-year-old woman. She took a blow to the head. The street turned hard and small. The driver kept it in reverse. Brooklyn felt the weight.
A Toyota SUV, backing west on 48 St at 4 Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, injuring her head. According to the police report, the crash involved “Backing Unsafely.” Data list driver errors as Backing Unsafely for the driver and vehicle occupants. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing with “No Signal, or Crosswalk,” but the cited contributing factor remains the driver’s unsafe backing. No other causes are listed. The SUV showed no damage; the driver was licensed. The report places the impact at the vehicle’s center back end and notes the pedestrian in shock.
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Left-turn sedan hits southbound motorcycle, ejects teen▸Aug 14 - A sedan turned left and hit a southbound motorcycle at 7 Ave and 15 St. A 17-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed.
The driver of a sedan turned left from 15th Street into 7th Avenue and struck a southbound motorcycle. Two people were on the motorcycle. A 17-year-old rear passenger was ejected and suffered a fracture to the knee/lower leg/foot. The sedan shows center front-end damage; the motorcycle shows left-side damage. "According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction, Unsafe Speed." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Unsafe Speed as the listed driver errors. The sedan driver is listed as a licensed New Jersey motorist; no helmet, signal, or pedestrian factors are cited in the report.
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Right-Turning SUV Driver Injures Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Aug 8 - 4th Ave at 18th St. A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound cyclist. The 40-year-old man suffered an arm abrasion. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver.
A driver in a 2020 SUV turned right at 18th St and hit a southbound cyclist on 4th Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered an arm injury with abrasions and was reported injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' were recorded as contributing factors. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The SUV sustained right-side door damage; the bike had no reported damage. The crash time was 7:17 p.m. in the 72nd Precinct.
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Driver in Sedan Runs Signal, Hits Scooter▸Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
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Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
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Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Aug 31 - A driver turned left improperly on 3 Ave at 38 St and hit a southbound sedan. A 27-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered head trauma and complained of pain or nausea. Police recorded Turning Improperly by the driver.
The driver of a Hyundai made a left turn across southbound traffic on 3 Ave at 38 St. The driver of a Chevrolet was traveling south, going straight. The driver of the Chevrolet hit the Hyundai's left-side doors with the Chevrolet's right front bumper. A 27-year-old female rear-seat passenger suffered a head injury and complained of pain or nausea. "According to the police report," the contributing factor was "Turning Improperly." Driver errors recorded include Turning Improperly. The injured passenger was not ejected and safety equipment was listed as Unknown. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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E‑Bike Rider Ejected Into Parked Sedan▸Aug 31 - A northbound e-bike struck the rear of a parked 2013 Honda on 5th Avenue. The 22-year-old rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and bleeding. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
According to the police report … the 22-year-old e-bike rider struck the center rear of a parked 2013 Honda sedan near 4415 5 Ave in Brooklyn at 1:19 a.m. The rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and minor bleeding. The sedan driver was listed as injured. The report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as a contributing factor. The e-bike was traveling north going straight; the sedan was parked and sustained center back-end damage. The report notes the e-bike operator was unlicensed and had no safety equipment recorded.
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Rear-end crash on 6 Ave injures passenger▸Aug 23 - A driver rear-ended an eastbound sedan on 6 Ave at 62 St. A 50-year-old front passenger suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded Passenger Distraction. A parked sedan was damaged.
A driver heading east on 6 Ave rear-ended another eastbound sedan near 62 St in Brooklyn. A driver in a 1997 Toyota hit the back of a 2021 Audi. A parked sedan's left-side doors were damaged in the same crash. A 50-year-old woman in the front passenger seat was injured with a leg bruise. Other people were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, police recorded Passenger Distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were recorded as going straight ahead before impact.
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Child cyclist ejected on Prospect Park West▸Aug 16 - A six-year-old girl on a bike was ejected on Prospect Park West at 15th. She hit. She bruised. The street stood still. No driver errors recorded. The wound is small. The message is not.
A child bicyclist, age 6, was injured and ejected while riding on Prospect Park West at 15 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, vehicle types involved were a bike and a “Standing S,” both listed as parked, with no vehicle damage noted. The child suffered a leg injury and contusion and was reported conscious. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for involved parties, and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Helmet use is noted for the child after the absence of listed driver errors.
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SUV reversing hits woman on 48th▸Aug 16 - An SUV backed down 48th Street and struck a 56-year-old woman. She took a blow to the head. The street turned hard and small. The driver kept it in reverse. Brooklyn felt the weight.
A Toyota SUV, backing west on 48 St at 4 Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, injuring her head. According to the police report, the crash involved “Backing Unsafely.” Data list driver errors as Backing Unsafely for the driver and vehicle occupants. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing with “No Signal, or Crosswalk,” but the cited contributing factor remains the driver’s unsafe backing. No other causes are listed. The SUV showed no damage; the driver was licensed. The report places the impact at the vehicle’s center back end and notes the pedestrian in shock.
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Left-turn sedan hits southbound motorcycle, ejects teen▸Aug 14 - A sedan turned left and hit a southbound motorcycle at 7 Ave and 15 St. A 17-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed.
The driver of a sedan turned left from 15th Street into 7th Avenue and struck a southbound motorcycle. Two people were on the motorcycle. A 17-year-old rear passenger was ejected and suffered a fracture to the knee/lower leg/foot. The sedan shows center front-end damage; the motorcycle shows left-side damage. "According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction, Unsafe Speed." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Unsafe Speed as the listed driver errors. The sedan driver is listed as a licensed New Jersey motorist; no helmet, signal, or pedestrian factors are cited in the report.
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Right-Turning SUV Driver Injures Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Aug 8 - 4th Ave at 18th St. A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound cyclist. The 40-year-old man suffered an arm abrasion. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver.
A driver in a 2020 SUV turned right at 18th St and hit a southbound cyclist on 4th Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered an arm injury with abrasions and was reported injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' were recorded as contributing factors. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The SUV sustained right-side door damage; the bike had no reported damage. The crash time was 7:17 p.m. in the 72nd Precinct.
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Driver in Sedan Runs Signal, Hits Scooter▸Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
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Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
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Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Aug 31 - A northbound e-bike struck the rear of a parked 2013 Honda on 5th Avenue. The 22-year-old rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and bleeding. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
According to the police report … the 22-year-old e-bike rider struck the center rear of a parked 2013 Honda sedan near 4415 5 Ave in Brooklyn at 1:19 a.m. The rider was ejected and suffered head trauma and minor bleeding. The sedan driver was listed as injured. The report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as a contributing factor. The e-bike was traveling north going straight; the sedan was parked and sustained center back-end damage. The report notes the e-bike operator was unlicensed and had no safety equipment recorded.
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Rear-end crash on 6 Ave injures passenger▸Aug 23 - A driver rear-ended an eastbound sedan on 6 Ave at 62 St. A 50-year-old front passenger suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded Passenger Distraction. A parked sedan was damaged.
A driver heading east on 6 Ave rear-ended another eastbound sedan near 62 St in Brooklyn. A driver in a 1997 Toyota hit the back of a 2021 Audi. A parked sedan's left-side doors were damaged in the same crash. A 50-year-old woman in the front passenger seat was injured with a leg bruise. Other people were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, police recorded Passenger Distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were recorded as going straight ahead before impact.
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Child cyclist ejected on Prospect Park West▸Aug 16 - A six-year-old girl on a bike was ejected on Prospect Park West at 15th. She hit. She bruised. The street stood still. No driver errors recorded. The wound is small. The message is not.
A child bicyclist, age 6, was injured and ejected while riding on Prospect Park West at 15 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, vehicle types involved were a bike and a “Standing S,” both listed as parked, with no vehicle damage noted. The child suffered a leg injury and contusion and was reported conscious. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for involved parties, and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Helmet use is noted for the child after the absence of listed driver errors.
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SUV reversing hits woman on 48th▸Aug 16 - An SUV backed down 48th Street and struck a 56-year-old woman. She took a blow to the head. The street turned hard and small. The driver kept it in reverse. Brooklyn felt the weight.
A Toyota SUV, backing west on 48 St at 4 Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, injuring her head. According to the police report, the crash involved “Backing Unsafely.” Data list driver errors as Backing Unsafely for the driver and vehicle occupants. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing with “No Signal, or Crosswalk,” but the cited contributing factor remains the driver’s unsafe backing. No other causes are listed. The SUV showed no damage; the driver was licensed. The report places the impact at the vehicle’s center back end and notes the pedestrian in shock.
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Left-turn sedan hits southbound motorcycle, ejects teen▸Aug 14 - A sedan turned left and hit a southbound motorcycle at 7 Ave and 15 St. A 17-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed.
The driver of a sedan turned left from 15th Street into 7th Avenue and struck a southbound motorcycle. Two people were on the motorcycle. A 17-year-old rear passenger was ejected and suffered a fracture to the knee/lower leg/foot. The sedan shows center front-end damage; the motorcycle shows left-side damage. "According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction, Unsafe Speed." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Unsafe Speed as the listed driver errors. The sedan driver is listed as a licensed New Jersey motorist; no helmet, signal, or pedestrian factors are cited in the report.
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Right-Turning SUV Driver Injures Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Aug 8 - 4th Ave at 18th St. A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound cyclist. The 40-year-old man suffered an arm abrasion. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver.
A driver in a 2020 SUV turned right at 18th St and hit a southbound cyclist on 4th Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered an arm injury with abrasions and was reported injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' were recorded as contributing factors. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The SUV sustained right-side door damage; the bike had no reported damage. The crash time was 7:17 p.m. in the 72nd Precinct.
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Driver in Sedan Runs Signal, Hits Scooter▸Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
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Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
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Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Aug 23 - A driver rear-ended an eastbound sedan on 6 Ave at 62 St. A 50-year-old front passenger suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded Passenger Distraction. A parked sedan was damaged.
A driver heading east on 6 Ave rear-ended another eastbound sedan near 62 St in Brooklyn. A driver in a 1997 Toyota hit the back of a 2021 Audi. A parked sedan's left-side doors were damaged in the same crash. A 50-year-old woman in the front passenger seat was injured with a leg bruise. Other people were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, police recorded Passenger Distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were recorded as going straight ahead before impact.
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Child cyclist ejected on Prospect Park West▸Aug 16 - A six-year-old girl on a bike was ejected on Prospect Park West at 15th. She hit. She bruised. The street stood still. No driver errors recorded. The wound is small. The message is not.
A child bicyclist, age 6, was injured and ejected while riding on Prospect Park West at 15 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, vehicle types involved were a bike and a “Standing S,” both listed as parked, with no vehicle damage noted. The child suffered a leg injury and contusion and was reported conscious. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for involved parties, and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Helmet use is noted for the child after the absence of listed driver errors.
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SUV reversing hits woman on 48th▸Aug 16 - An SUV backed down 48th Street and struck a 56-year-old woman. She took a blow to the head. The street turned hard and small. The driver kept it in reverse. Brooklyn felt the weight.
A Toyota SUV, backing west on 48 St at 4 Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, injuring her head. According to the police report, the crash involved “Backing Unsafely.” Data list driver errors as Backing Unsafely for the driver and vehicle occupants. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing with “No Signal, or Crosswalk,” but the cited contributing factor remains the driver’s unsafe backing. No other causes are listed. The SUV showed no damage; the driver was licensed. The report places the impact at the vehicle’s center back end and notes the pedestrian in shock.
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Left-turn sedan hits southbound motorcycle, ejects teen▸Aug 14 - A sedan turned left and hit a southbound motorcycle at 7 Ave and 15 St. A 17-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed.
The driver of a sedan turned left from 15th Street into 7th Avenue and struck a southbound motorcycle. Two people were on the motorcycle. A 17-year-old rear passenger was ejected and suffered a fracture to the knee/lower leg/foot. The sedan shows center front-end damage; the motorcycle shows left-side damage. "According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction, Unsafe Speed." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Unsafe Speed as the listed driver errors. The sedan driver is listed as a licensed New Jersey motorist; no helmet, signal, or pedestrian factors are cited in the report.
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Right-Turning SUV Driver Injures Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Aug 8 - 4th Ave at 18th St. A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound cyclist. The 40-year-old man suffered an arm abrasion. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver.
A driver in a 2020 SUV turned right at 18th St and hit a southbound cyclist on 4th Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered an arm injury with abrasions and was reported injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' were recorded as contributing factors. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The SUV sustained right-side door damage; the bike had no reported damage. The crash time was 7:17 p.m. in the 72nd Precinct.
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Driver in Sedan Runs Signal, Hits Scooter▸Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
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Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
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Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Aug 16 - A six-year-old girl on a bike was ejected on Prospect Park West at 15th. She hit. She bruised. The street stood still. No driver errors recorded. The wound is small. The message is not.
A child bicyclist, age 6, was injured and ejected while riding on Prospect Park West at 15 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, vehicle types involved were a bike and a “Standing S,” both listed as parked, with no vehicle damage noted. The child suffered a leg injury and contusion and was reported conscious. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for involved parties, and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Helmet use is noted for the child after the absence of listed driver errors.
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SUV reversing hits woman on 48th▸Aug 16 - An SUV backed down 48th Street and struck a 56-year-old woman. She took a blow to the head. The street turned hard and small. The driver kept it in reverse. Brooklyn felt the weight.
A Toyota SUV, backing west on 48 St at 4 Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, injuring her head. According to the police report, the crash involved “Backing Unsafely.” Data list driver errors as Backing Unsafely for the driver and vehicle occupants. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing with “No Signal, or Crosswalk,” but the cited contributing factor remains the driver’s unsafe backing. No other causes are listed. The SUV showed no damage; the driver was licensed. The report places the impact at the vehicle’s center back end and notes the pedestrian in shock.
14
Left-turn sedan hits southbound motorcycle, ejects teen▸Aug 14 - A sedan turned left and hit a southbound motorcycle at 7 Ave and 15 St. A 17-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed.
The driver of a sedan turned left from 15th Street into 7th Avenue and struck a southbound motorcycle. Two people were on the motorcycle. A 17-year-old rear passenger was ejected and suffered a fracture to the knee/lower leg/foot. The sedan shows center front-end damage; the motorcycle shows left-side damage. "According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction, Unsafe Speed." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Unsafe Speed as the listed driver errors. The sedan driver is listed as a licensed New Jersey motorist; no helmet, signal, or pedestrian factors are cited in the report.
8
Right-Turning SUV Driver Injures Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Aug 8 - 4th Ave at 18th St. A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound cyclist. The 40-year-old man suffered an arm abrasion. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver.
A driver in a 2020 SUV turned right at 18th St and hit a southbound cyclist on 4th Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered an arm injury with abrasions and was reported injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' were recorded as contributing factors. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The SUV sustained right-side door damage; the bike had no reported damage. The crash time was 7:17 p.m. in the 72nd Precinct.
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Driver in Sedan Runs Signal, Hits Scooter▸Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
30
SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
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Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
26
Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Aug 16 - An SUV backed down 48th Street and struck a 56-year-old woman. She took a blow to the head. The street turned hard and small. The driver kept it in reverse. Brooklyn felt the weight.
A Toyota SUV, backing west on 48 St at 4 Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, injuring her head. According to the police report, the crash involved “Backing Unsafely.” Data list driver errors as Backing Unsafely for the driver and vehicle occupants. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing with “No Signal, or Crosswalk,” but the cited contributing factor remains the driver’s unsafe backing. No other causes are listed. The SUV showed no damage; the driver was licensed. The report places the impact at the vehicle’s center back end and notes the pedestrian in shock.
14
Left-turn sedan hits southbound motorcycle, ejects teen▸Aug 14 - A sedan turned left and hit a southbound motorcycle at 7 Ave and 15 St. A 17-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed.
The driver of a sedan turned left from 15th Street into 7th Avenue and struck a southbound motorcycle. Two people were on the motorcycle. A 17-year-old rear passenger was ejected and suffered a fracture to the knee/lower leg/foot. The sedan shows center front-end damage; the motorcycle shows left-side damage. "According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction, Unsafe Speed." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Unsafe Speed as the listed driver errors. The sedan driver is listed as a licensed New Jersey motorist; no helmet, signal, or pedestrian factors are cited in the report.
8
Right-Turning SUV Driver Injures Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Aug 8 - 4th Ave at 18th St. A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound cyclist. The 40-year-old man suffered an arm abrasion. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver.
A driver in a 2020 SUV turned right at 18th St and hit a southbound cyclist on 4th Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered an arm injury with abrasions and was reported injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' were recorded as contributing factors. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The SUV sustained right-side door damage; the bike had no reported damage. The crash time was 7:17 p.m. in the 72nd Precinct.
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Driver in Sedan Runs Signal, Hits Scooter▸Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
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Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
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Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Aug 14 - A sedan turned left and hit a southbound motorcycle at 7 Ave and 15 St. A 17-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed.
The driver of a sedan turned left from 15th Street into 7th Avenue and struck a southbound motorcycle. Two people were on the motorcycle. A 17-year-old rear passenger was ejected and suffered a fracture to the knee/lower leg/foot. The sedan shows center front-end damage; the motorcycle shows left-side damage. "According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction, Unsafe Speed." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Unsafe Speed as the listed driver errors. The sedan driver is listed as a licensed New Jersey motorist; no helmet, signal, or pedestrian factors are cited in the report.
8
Right-Turning SUV Driver Injures Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Aug 8 - 4th Ave at 18th St. A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound cyclist. The 40-year-old man suffered an arm abrasion. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver.
A driver in a 2020 SUV turned right at 18th St and hit a southbound cyclist on 4th Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered an arm injury with abrasions and was reported injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' were recorded as contributing factors. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The SUV sustained right-side door damage; the bike had no reported damage. The crash time was 7:17 p.m. in the 72nd Precinct.
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Driver in Sedan Runs Signal, Hits Scooter▸Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
30
SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
30
Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
26
Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Aug 8 - 4th Ave at 18th St. A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound cyclist. The 40-year-old man suffered an arm abrasion. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver.
A driver in a 2020 SUV turned right at 18th St and hit a southbound cyclist on 4th Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered an arm injury with abrasions and was reported injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' were recorded as contributing factors. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The SUV sustained right-side door damage; the bike had no reported damage. The crash time was 7:17 p.m. in the 72nd Precinct.
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Driver in Sedan Runs Signal, Hits Scooter▸Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
30
SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
30
Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
26
Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jul 30 - On 4 Ave at 51 St in Brooklyn, a sedan driver ran a signal and hit a 57-year-old on a motorized scooter. The rider suffered a lower-leg bruise. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A 2025 Toyota sedan traveled north on 4 Ave. A motorized scooter traveled west on 51 St. At the intersection, the sedan driver hit the scooter. The sedan’s center front end made contact. The 57-year-old scooter driver was injured with a contusion to the lower leg and foot. The car’s driver, 39, was unhurt. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the primary contributing factor. Police recorded that factor for all involved drivers. No other contributing factors appear in the data. The crash happened at 4 Ave and 51 St in Brooklyn.
30
SUV Right Turn Hits Cyclist on 37th▸Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
30
Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
26
Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jul 30 - A driver in an SUV turned right into a northbound cyclist on 37th Street. The 23-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
An SUV driver turned right and collided with a northbound bicyclist on 37th Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was listed in shock; a minor burn was also recorded. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it struck the cyclist. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver; the report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The report notes the SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's left front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV was not reported hurt.
30
Teen E-Bike Rider Ejected at 5th and 32nd▸Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
26
Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jul 30 - 14-year-old on an e-bike crashed at 5th Ave and 32nd St in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and bruised his lower leg. Conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A 14-year-old riding an e-bike crashed at 5th Avenue and 32nd Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved the teen’s bike and another vehicle listed in the report. The rider was ejected. He suffered a contusion to the lower leg. He was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Police recorded driver inattention as the contributing factor. No other injuries were noted. The file lists the second vehicle as unspecified, with damage to the right front quarter panel. The teen’s bike showed impact to the left side. The record names the child as the only injured person.
26
Two SUVs Collide Turning on Prospect Park West▸Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jul 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Prospect Park West. Both were traveling south. A 62-year-old man driving one SUV suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police recorded 'Turning Improperly.' A parked sedan sustained center back-end damage.
Two SUVs collided at 246 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of a 2023 SUBA SUV, a 62-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was listed in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Police recorded 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUBA sustained right front bumper and right front quarter-panel damage. The 2020 TOYT SUV showed left front bumper damage. A parked 2008 sedan received center back end damage. Each SUV carried one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
- Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
- Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
11
Sedan Runs Light, Kills Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jul 11 - A sedan struck two men crossing with the signal on 3rd Ave and 52nd St. Both died. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. The car’s right front bumper hit. System failed the walkers.
Two male pedestrians, ages 80 and 59, were killed when a sedan struck them as they crossed 3rd Avenue at 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both men were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the vehicle hit them with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The data shows clear driver error: the driver failed to obey traffic controls and drove too fast. The pedestrians followed the signal. The system left them exposed.
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
- Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-10