Crash Count for Precinct 72
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,925
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,377
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 403
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 21
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 15
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 29, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 72?

Red Lights, Dead Pedestrians—City Waits, People Die

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 72 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Brooklyn, city council district District 38, assembly district AD 44 and state senate district SD 17.
Which areas are in Precinct 72?
It includes the Windsor Terrace-South Slope, Sunset Park (West), Sunset Park (Central), Green-Wood Cemetery, and Brooklyn CB7 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 38, District 39, and District 43, Assembly Districts AD 44, AD 49, and AD 51, and State Senate Districts SD 17, SD 20, and SD 26.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 72?
Cars and Trucks: 6 deaths, 252 injuries (cars/SUVs and trucks/buses). Motorcycles and Mopeds: 1 death, 14 injuries. Bikes: 0 deaths, 35 injuries. NYC Open Data
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 72 can enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, and crack down on failure to yield. They can target known crash hotspots and respond to dangerous conditions. The precinct has the tools to act now—no new laws needed.
Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
These deaths and injuries are preventable. Most victims were walking or biking and following the law. Safer street design, lower speeds, and real enforcement save lives.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can fund street redesigns, lower speed limits, and demand enforcement. They can push for protected bike lanes and safer crossings. They can stop waiting and start acting.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Robert Carroll
Assembly Member Robert Carroll
District 44
District Office:
416 7th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11215
Legislative Office:
Room 557, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Alexa Avilés
Council Member Alexa Avilés
District 38
District Office:
4417 4th Avenue, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11220
718-439-9012
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1746, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
Twitter: AlexaAviles
Steve Chan
State Senator Steve Chan
District 17
District Office:
6605 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Legislative Office:
Room 615, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 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
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 72

3-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Street

A 3-year-old boy was struck while crossing 61 Street in Brooklyn. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his abdomen and pelvis. The child was conscious but seriously injured. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle. No driver errors were recorded.

According to the police report, a 3-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 61 Street and 6 Avenue in Brooklyn. The child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. He sustained fractures and dislocations to his abdomen and pelvis and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved was unspecified, and no contributing factors or driver errors were noted in the report. The pedestrian was not cited for any fault. The report does not list helmet use or signaling as factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4661443 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Van Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on 4 Avenue

A van making a left turn hit a northbound bicyclist on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The crash involved obstructed views and outside car distraction. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.

According to the police report, a van traveling east made a left turn and collided head-on with a northbound bicyclist on 4 Avenue near 16 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver errors including 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The bicyclist also faced 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Obstruction/Debris' but was wearing a helmet. The van showed no damage, while the bike had front-end damage. The crash highlights dangers from limited visibility and driver distraction during turns.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4660086 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue

A sedan turning right struck a southbound e-bike on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 41-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions over his entire body. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.

According to the police report, a 2015 Kia sedan was making a right turn on 4 Avenue when it collided with a southbound e-bike. The 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions across his entire body. The police identified driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The sedan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, while the e-bike was struck at its center front end. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659502 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on 60 Street

A sedan struck a 24-year-old male bicyclist on 60 Street. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to yield. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 60 Street collided with a westbound bicycle. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the left front bumper, while the bike was hit at its center front end. The bicyclist was in shock and injured but did not have visible complaints at the scene.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4658591 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
E-Bike Strikes SUV Turning Right in Brooklyn

A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a station wagon SUV turning right on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike hit the SUV’s right rear bumper. The cyclist suffered back injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike southbound on 4 Avenue collided with a westbound station wagon SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and making a right turn. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by speed and vehicle turning movements in Brooklyn intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4658713 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision

A 35-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a sedan on 6 Avenue near 19 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The bike sustained front-end damage; the sedan showed no damage.

According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 6 Avenue collided with a sedan traveling east near 19 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The bike's center front end was damaged, while the sedan showed no damage. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists the bicyclist's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors attributed to the sedan operator. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No other injuries or contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4658341 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Box Truck Crushes Moped Rider’s Head

A box truck and a moped moved south on 4th Avenue. The moped rider, 21, wore a helmet. He was ejected. His head was crushed. The truck showed no damage. The street showed the cost.

A box truck and a moped traveled south on 4th Avenue at 53rd Street in Brooklyn. The moped rider, age 21, was ejected and suffered a crushed head. According to the police report, 'A box truck and a moped moved south. The moped driver, 21, wore a helmet. He was ejected. Conscious. His head was crushed.' The data lists no specific driver errors, but the narrative shows the moped rider paid the price. The rider wore a helmet. The truck showed no damage, but the human toll was severe.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4657687 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Moped Driver Fractures Hip in Brooklyn Collision

A moped and GMC truck crashed on 3 Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver suffered a fractured hip and leg. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck struck the moped’s front. The driver was conscious, not ejected.

According to the police report, a moped and a GMC truck collided on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old moped driver was injured, suffering a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The moped driver was unlicensed and traveling south; the truck was traveling west. The crash point was the moped’s center front end and the truck’s right side doors. The moped driver was conscious, not ejected, and was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4655448 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
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Sedan and SUV Crash Injures Two Passengers

A sedan and SUV collided on 4 Avenue. Two women, passengers, suffered chest and head injuries. Both stayed conscious. No ejections. No driver errors listed. Steel and glass met. Passengers bore the brunt.

According to the police report, a 2008 BMW sedan heading south and a 2012 Toyota SUV heading west collided on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan struck with its front center; the SUV took damage to its right front quarter. Two female passengers, ages 35 and 55, were injured. One suffered chest injuries and whiplash, the other head contusions and bruises. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left the passengers hurt, the vehicles battered, and the street marked by impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4655348 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Backing Strikes Brooklyn Pedestrian

A woman driving a 2003 SUV backed unsafely in Brooklyn. She hit a male pedestrian, causing an abrasion to his elbow and lower arm. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The crash happened near 3 Avenue, zip 11232.

According to the police report, a female driver operating a 2003 Honda SUV was backing southbound near 3 Avenue in Brooklyn when she struck a male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered an abrasion to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4655347 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Hits Bicyclist on 4 Avenue

A 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2017 SUV making a left turn on 4 Avenue. The SUV struck the bike on its left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 4 Avenue was struck by a southbound 2017 SUV making a left turn. The point of impact was the SUV's left side doors and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries, including abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for both the bicyclist and the driver. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The bicyclist was not ejected and was wearing no listed safety equipment contributing to the crash. This collision highlights the dangers of improper lane usage during turning maneuvers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4655122 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
E-Bike Hits 72-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing

A 72-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered head abrasions and shock. The e-bike showed no damage. The driver held a permit license.

According to the police report, a female e-bike rider traveling south on 5 Avenue failed to yield right-of-way to a 72-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining head abrasions and shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike had no visible damage. The driver was operating with a permit license from New York. The pedestrian was at an intersection and had the right-of-way. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4652905 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Hits Bicyclist on 4 Avenue Brooklyn

A 28-year-old female bicyclist was struck on her right side by a Jeep SUV traveling east on 4 Avenue. The collision caused fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. Police cited traffic control disregard by the driver.

According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling east on 4 Avenue collided with a southbound female bicyclist. The bicyclist suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious but was injured seriously. The SUV sustained front-end damage on the center, while the bike was damaged on the right side. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to obey traffic controls, putting vulnerable cyclists at risk.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4652433 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Bicyclist

A 34-year-old male bicyclist was struck on 5 Avenue by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg fractures. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way by both parties. The cyclist wore a helmet.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling south on 5 Avenue was hit by a 2019 Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The bicyclist sustained fractures to his knee and lower leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor for both the bicyclist and the SUV driver. The cyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike had front-end damage. The SUV driver was licensed; the bicyclist held a permit. The collision occurred at the center front end of both vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4652215 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Turns Right Strikes Northbound Bicyclist

A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a right turn on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bike hit the SUV's right side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries, remaining conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV was making a right turn on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided with a northbound bicyclist going straight ahead. The impact occurred on the SUV's right side doors and the bike's center front end. The 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors for the SUV or bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to cyclists traveling straight.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4651524 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan Rear-Ends Truck on Prospect Expressway

A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on Prospect Expressway East. The crash injured a 23-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver distraction caused the collision. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.

According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan sedan collided with the rear of a 2016 Mack tractor truck on Prospect Expressway East. The sedan was traveling eastbound and struck the truck from behind. The 23-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the truck was damaged at its center back end.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4651484 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Right on 7 Avenue

A sedan struck an e-bike making a right turn on 7 Avenue. The e-bike driver, a 54-year-old man, suffered head abrasions but was conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles showed front-end damage.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south while passing collided with an e-bike traveling north that was making a right turn on 7 Avenue. The e-bike driver, a 54-year-old man, sustained head abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan's left front bumper and the e-bike's center front end were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The e-bike driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers disregard traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4651371 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
E-Bike Rider Injured Striking Parked SUV

E-bike slammed into parked SUV on 4 Avenue, Brooklyn. Rider hurt in knee and leg. Crash triggered by reaction to another vehicle. Two SUVs involved. Rider stayed conscious.

According to the police report, an e-bike rider traveling north on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn collided with the center back end of a parked SUV. The 34-year-old rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, highlighting a driver error in response to another vehicle. Two SUVs were involved, but the main impact was between the e-bike and the parked SUV. The rider wore a helmet and remained conscious after the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649279 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Bike Rider

An SUV made a left turn on 3 Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider going straight. The rider suffered knee and lower leg fractures. Police cited traffic control disregard by the SUV driver. The rider was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a 2009 Chevrolet SUV was making a left turn on 3 Avenue when it collided with a 27-year-old male e-bike rider traveling straight south. The e-bike rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's left front bumper struck the e-bike's center front end. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The e-bike rider wore a helmet, but the primary cause was the SUV driver's failure to yield while turning.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4648193 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Hits Bicyclist on 60 Street Brooklyn

A 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with an SUV on 60 Street in Brooklyn. The SUV struck the bike on its left side doors. The bicyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions and remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a 2019 SUV traveling south on 60 Street struck him on the bike's left side doors. The bicyclist was going straight west and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was going straight ahead and impacted the bike with the center front end of the vehicle. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to the shoulder and upper arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4647545 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05