Crash Count for Precinct 72
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,934
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,381
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 406
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 21
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 15
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 30, 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?
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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
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 72

Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn

A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.

According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637955 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway

A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.

According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636442 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right

A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636091 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
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Three Hurt in Sedan Collision on Prospect Expressway

Three people injured when sedans collided on Prospect Expressway East. Driver inattention and unsafe speed triggered the crash. Victims suffered whiplash and arm injuries. No one was ejected.

According to the police report, three sedans traveling south on Prospect Expressway East collided. Three occupants were injured: a 27-year-old male driver and two passengers, aged 28 and 74. Injuries included whiplash, upper arm, and lower leg trauma. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No other causes or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635310 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Moped Rider Killed After Striking Jeep in Brooklyn

A moped slammed into a Jeep on 4th Avenue. The young rider flew off and struck his head. He died in the street. The crash happened in darkness. Police cited traffic control disregarded.

A deadly crash unfolded at the corner of 4th Avenue and 52nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a moped hit the side of a Jeep. The 21-year-old unlicensed moped rider was ejected, suffered a fatal head injury, and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The Jeep driver was licensed and uninjured. The moped had no registered license, and the rider wore no helmet. The crash happened in darkness, with no other injuries reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634351 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 4 Avenue

A 28-year-old male sedan driver suffered a fractured knee and dislocated lower leg after a collision on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the sedan’s left rear bumper. Unsafe lane changing and speeding caused the crash.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2014 sedan and a 2005 SUV. The SUV struck the left rear bumper of the sedan while both vehicles were traveling south. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with a fractured knee and dislocated lower leg. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unsafe lane changing and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634359 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
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SUV Hits Sedan on Brooklyn 4 Avenue

A Ford SUV struck a Nissan sedan on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both drivers were conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV traveling south on 4 Avenue collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan traveling east. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors. Both drivers, a 35-year-old male in the SUV and a 22-year-old male passenger in the sedan, sustained full-body injuries including whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing seat belts. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused center front end damage to the SUV and left side door damage to the sedan.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632335 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
E-Scooter Injured in Brooklyn SUV Collision

A 26-year-old man on an e-scooter was injured in Brooklyn. The SUV made a right turn and struck the scooter’s left front quarter panel. The rider suffered facial abrasions. Driver errors included improper lane usage and unsafe speed.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after a collision with a 2003 Acura SUV in Brooklyn on 42 Street near 4 Avenue. The SUV was making a right turn while the e-scooter was traveling straight north. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the scooter and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The injured rider suffered abrasions to the face but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" for the scooter driver, as well as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for the SUV driver. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629654 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Head-On Bike Collision Leaves Cyclist Bleeding

Two bikes crashed head-on at 61st and 4th. One turned left. One went straight. A 23-year-old man hit the pavement, blood streaming from his head. He stayed conscious. The street stood still. Failure to yield and ignored signals brought pain.

Two bicyclists collided head-on at the corner of 61st Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one cyclist was making a left turn while the other was going straight. The crash left a 23-year-old man with severe bleeding from the head, though he remained conscious. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No helmet was worn by the injured cyclist, as noted after the driver errors. The collision underscores the dangers faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629069 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Driver Injured in Left-Turn Crash

A 25-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg fractures after a collision on 4 Avenue. The sedan, making a left turn, struck an unknown party. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The driver was conscious and injured.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male driver was injured while making a left turn on 4 Avenue. The sedan collided with an unknown party, resulting in fractures and dislocations to the driver's knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The driver was conscious and not using any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle sustained no damage despite the impact to the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4626603 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Hits Passenger During Unsafe Lane Change

A sedan traveling south on 3 Avenue struck a right rear passenger during an unsafe lane change. The 9-year-old girl suffered neck injuries and shock. The driver was licensed. The crash caused right front bumper damage to the sedan.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn was involved in a crash caused by unsafe lane changing. The collision impacted the right front bumper of the sedan. A 9-year-old female occupant seated in the right rear passenger position was injured, suffering neck pain and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4625709 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Tractor Truck Slams Sedan on Gowanus Expressway

A tractor truck hit a sedan’s right side on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a 27-year-old woman, suffered facial injuries and bleeding. Driver inattention and other vehicular factors fueled the crash.

According to the police report, a tractor truck and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. The truck struck the sedan’s right side doors. The sedan driver, a 27-year-old woman, was injured in the face and suffered minor bleeding. She was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash underscores driver errors, including inattention and unspecified vehicular issues.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4620618 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Motorcycle Rear-Ends Bus on Caton Place

A motorcycle struck the rear of a bus traveling south on Caton Place in Brooklyn. The 27-year-old male motorcyclist suffered a head contusion and bruising. The bus driver was uninjured. The motorcycle's accelerator was defective.

According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the center back end of a bus going straight south on Caton Place in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 27-year-old man, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was not ejected and remained conscious. The bus, driven by a licensed male driver, sustained damage to its center front end but had no reported injuries. The report lists 'Accelerator Defective' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were specified. The motorcyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights mechanical failure as a key factor in this collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4619028 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Two SUVs Collide on Hamilton Avenue

Two SUVs crashed on Hamilton Avenue. One driver turned improperly. The other went straight. A 65-year-old man suffered an elbow abrasion. Airbag deployed. Both drivers were licensed men. Damage hit front left and center front of vehicles.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hamilton Avenue. One driver, a 65-year-old man, was injured with an abrasion to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor. One SUV was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and had an airbag deploy. Both drivers were licensed men. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. The crash caused damage to the left front quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4619407 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Motorcycle Driver Ejected on Gowanus Expressway

A 44-year-old male motorcycle driver was ejected on the Gowanus Expressway. He suffered chest injuries and was in shock. The crash involved impact to the motorcycle’s left front bumper. The rider wore a helmet but was seriously hurt.

According to the police report, a 44-year-old male motorcycle driver was ejected during a crash on the Gowanus Expressway. The motorcycle, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck an object or surface with its left front bumper, causing center front end damage. The driver sustained chest injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. The rider was wearing a helmet at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the dangers motorcyclists face even when traveling straight and wearing protective gear.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4618820 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Two Sedans Collide on Brooklyn 51 Street

Two sedans collided on 51 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were parked before impact. One driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries and minor burns. The crash caused damage to the rear of one vehicle. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on 51 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were parked prior to the crash. The driver of one sedan, a female occupant, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, along with minor burns. She was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The collision caused damage to the center back end of one vehicle, while the other showed no damage. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4621410 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal

A 68-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 6 Avenue in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries.

According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 6 Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The vehicle involved was a 2016 Toyota SUV making a left turn southwestbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The driver’s failure to yield and distraction caused the crash, resulting in serious injury to the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4618755 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Prospect Park West

A 30-year-old man was struck by a sedan traveling south on Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. Details on driver errors are unspecified.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Prospect Park West in Brooklyn struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The pedestrian's location and actions at the time of impact are unknown. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The driver was alone in the vehicle and was going straight ahead before the collision. The report does not specify any failure to yield or other driver mistakes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4616912 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Injured

E-bike rider hit a parked SUV on 57 Street, Brooklyn. She suffered facial abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The SUV was undamaged. The rider was conscious, not ejected, wore no safety gear.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old woman riding an e-bike south on 57 Street collided with a parked Nissan SUV. The rider suffered abrasions to her face and remained conscious at the scene. Police list driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV, parked and occupied by a licensed male driver, showed no damage. The e-bike sustained front-end damage. The rider was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash underscores the risks created by unsafe speed and distraction on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4613556 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist

A 20-year-old male bicyclist was injured on 4 Avenue when an SUV making a right turn hit him. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries but was conscious and wearing a helmet. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.

According to the police report, a 20-year-old male bicyclist riding north on 4 Avenue was struck by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The SUV's right front quarter panel impacted the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The driver’s error in yielding caused the collision. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4617113 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06