Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 73?
Blood on Blake Avenue: City Inaction Keeps Killing Brooklyn’s Walkers and Riders
Precinct 73: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
The Deaths Keep Coming
In Precinct 73, the numbers do not lie. Five people are dead. Twenty-five more have suffered serious injuries since 2022 (city crash data). The names fade, but the pain lingers. A 26-year-old woman, dead in the front seat of a sedan on Blake Avenue. A 72-year-old man, killed crossing Sutter Avenue with the light. A 39-year-old driver, gone on Powell Street. Each one a life cut short, a family left with silence.
Pedestrians and cyclists pay the highest price. Cars, trucks, and buses do the damage. The numbers are steady, the blood is real. In the last year alone, four more deaths, ten more left with life-altering wounds (city crash data). The disaster moves slow, but it never stops.
Reckless Driving, Broken Lives
The violence is not hidden. It happens in daylight, in the open. On June 18, a cyclist was crushed on Newport Street. On May 10, a man was killed in the crosswalk at Osborn and Sutter. The stories repeat. The faces change. The outcome does not.
Reckless driving is not an accident. It is a choice. It is a system that lets drivers speed, run lights, and walk away. The police know the hotspots. They know the patterns. They have the tools to act. They just need to use them.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
Local leaders talk about safety. But talk does not stop cars. The city has new powers—Sammy’s Law lets New York set its own speed limits. The law is there. The will is not. The city can lower the limit to 20 mph. It has not. The police can crack down on speeding, failure to yield, and reckless driving. They can target the streets where people keep dying. They can stop the next crash before it happens.
The families wait. The numbers climb. “It was just a freak accident. Nothing intentional. I know that he loved her. He loved her dearly,” said a relative after a woman was killed by her boyfriend doing donuts in a parking lot. The words do not bring her back. The tire marks are still there, days later.
The Call to Action
This is not fate. This is policy. Every death is a choice made by leaders who refuse to act. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real enforcement. Demand that Precinct 73 uses every tool to protect the people who walk and bike these streets.
Do not wait for another name to be added to the list. The disaster is slow, but it is not unstoppable.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Precinct 73 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Precinct 73?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 73?
▸ What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
▸ Are crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811811 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash, amny, Published 2025-07-12
- Two Pedestrians Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run, amny, Published 2025-07-12
Other Representatives
District 55
400 Rockaway Ave. 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Room 713, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 41
400 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212
718-953-3097
250 Broadway, Suite 1856, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
District 19
1222 E. 96th St., Brooklyn, NY 11236
Room 409, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 73 Police Precinct 73 sits in Brooklyn, District 41, AD 55, SD 19.
It contains Brooklyn CB16, Ocean Hill, Brownsville.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 73
Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Pedestrian on Linden▸A sedan hit a 21-year-old man crossing Linden Boulevard with the signal. The car disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions. System failed to protect him.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Linden Boulevard at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan traveling east struck the pedestrian as he crossed with the signal at the intersection. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals. The system left a vulnerable road user exposed.
Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
3Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
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Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸A sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. Pain lingered.
A sedan traveling south on Atlantic Avenue struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The pedestrian reported pain and shock. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The report lists no damage to the vehicle. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to yield and lose focus. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
- Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-30
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Pedestrian on Linden▸A sedan hit a 21-year-old man crossing Linden Boulevard with the signal. The car disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions. System failed to protect him.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Linden Boulevard at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan traveling east struck the pedestrian as he crossed with the signal at the intersection. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals. The system left a vulnerable road user exposed.
Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
3Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸A sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. Pain lingered.
A sedan traveling south on Atlantic Avenue struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The pedestrian reported pain and shock. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The report lists no damage to the vehicle. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to yield and lose focus. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A sedan hit a 21-year-old man crossing Linden Boulevard with the signal. The car disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions. System failed to protect him.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Linden Boulevard at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan traveling east struck the pedestrian as he crossed with the signal at the intersection. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals. The system left a vulnerable road user exposed.
Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
3Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
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Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸A sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. Pain lingered.
A sedan traveling south on Atlantic Avenue struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The pedestrian reported pain and shock. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The report lists no damage to the vehicle. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to yield and lose focus. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
3Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
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Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸A sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. Pain lingered.
A sedan traveling south on Atlantic Avenue struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The pedestrian reported pain and shock. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The report lists no damage to the vehicle. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to yield and lose focus. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
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Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸A sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. Pain lingered.
A sedan traveling south on Atlantic Avenue struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The pedestrian reported pain and shock. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The report lists no damage to the vehicle. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to yield and lose focus. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
- Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground, ABC7, Published 2025-07-19
Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸A sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. Pain lingered.
A sedan traveling south on Atlantic Avenue struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The pedestrian reported pain and shock. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The report lists no damage to the vehicle. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to yield and lose focus. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸A sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. Pain lingered.
A sedan traveling south on Atlantic Avenue struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The pedestrian reported pain and shock. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The report lists no damage to the vehicle. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to yield and lose focus. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸A sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. Pain lingered.
A sedan traveling south on Atlantic Avenue struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The pedestrian reported pain and shock. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The report lists no damage to the vehicle. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to yield and lose focus. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸A sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. Pain lingered.
A sedan traveling south on Atlantic Avenue struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The pedestrian reported pain and shock. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The report lists no damage to the vehicle. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to yield and lose focus. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸A sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. Pain lingered.
A sedan traveling south on Atlantic Avenue struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The pedestrian reported pain and shock. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The report lists no damage to the vehicle. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to yield and lose focus. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
- Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸A sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. Pain lingered.
A sedan traveling south on Atlantic Avenue struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The pedestrian reported pain and shock. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The report lists no damage to the vehicle. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to yield and lose focus. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. Pain lingered.
A sedan traveling south on Atlantic Avenue struck a 56-year-old pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The pedestrian reported pain and shock. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The report lists no damage to the vehicle. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to yield and lose focus. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Sedan and Taxi Collide on New Lots Avenue▸Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Sedan and taxi crashed at New Lots and Christopher. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A sedan and a taxi collided at the intersection of New Lots Avenue and Christopher Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the ongoing risk on city streets when drivers fail to yield.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A man crossing Rockaway Avenue with the signal was hit by an SUV. He suffered a leg injury. Glare played a role. The driver was making a left turn. The street stayed dangerous.
A 27-year-old man was injured while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Lott Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Glare' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond glare were noted. The driver, a 70-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the risk to pedestrians even when they follow signals.
3Sedan Struck by FDNY Vehicle on Ralph Ave▸FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
FDNY vehicle hit a parked sedan on Ralph Ave. Three women inside the sedan suffered neck injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. No pedestrians involved. Steel met flesh. Pain followed.
A northbound FDNY vehicle struck a parked sedan on Ralph Ave near Sterling Pl in Brooklyn. Three women in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The FDNY vehicle was making a right turn at the time of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or mention helmet or signal use.
Pedestrian Suffers Arm Fracture on Pitkin Avenue▸A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A woman, 36, struck near 1729 Pitkin Ave. She emerged from behind a parked car. Her arm fractured. The street offered no safety. The car’s impact left her hurt and conscious.
A 36-year-old woman was injured as she crossed near 1729 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian emerging from behind a parked vehicle, not at an intersection. She suffered a fractured arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions were provided.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
- Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
SUV hit a woman crossing Rockaway Avenue. She took the blow to her leg. Police say the driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The crosswalk stayed marked.
A 34-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Rockaway Avenue at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact hit the pedestrian’s knee and lower leg, leaving her with a contusion. The driver, a 79-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal at the time of the crash.
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
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
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
- Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-09