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?
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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
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverdale Avenue▸A man crossing Riverdale Avenue in a marked crosswalk was hit. He suffered arm injuries and shock. The crash left him hurt at the intersection with Strauss Street. No driver errors listed in the report.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing Riverdale Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a Hyundai car or SUV hit him. He suffered injuries to his arm and was in shock. The report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians at intersections, even when using crosswalks.
Pedestrian Struck and Injured on Eastern Parkway▸A young man walking in Brooklyn was hit and hurt. The crash left him with a bruised leg. The street was Eastern Parkway. The driver’s actions are not listed. The system failed to protect the walker. The wound is real.
A 23-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at 1380 Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man suffered a contusion to his knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or any contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are listed in the data. The pedestrian’s location and actions are also marked as unknown. The crash highlights a gap in safety for those on foot, with the system offering little detail or accountability for the harm caused.
Cyclist Crushed by Ford on Rockaway Avenue▸A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
Pickup Backs Unsafely, Passenger Injured in Brooklyn▸Pickup truck reversed on Christopher Ave. Unsafe backing. Passenger struck, head injury. Streets stay dangerous. Metal moves. People break.
A pickup truck backed unsafely on Christopher Ave near Sutter Ave in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 56-year-old man, suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The data lists no other contributing factors. The system failed to protect the passenger. The street remains a risk for anyone inside a vehicle.
2SUV and Forklift Crash on Broadway Injures Two▸SUV struck forklift on Broadway. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn street, no margin for error.
An SUV and a forklift collided on Broadway at Stewart Street in Brooklyn. Two people were injured: a 37-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female passenger, both suffering whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV hit the forklift's center front end with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2Two Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Steel struck steel on East New York Avenue. Two sedans, both parked, collided. A woman and her passenger suffered neck injuries. The street echoed with pain and confusion. No clear cause. The city kept moving.
Two sedans collided near 1560 East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were parked before the crash. A 29-year-old woman driving one sedan and her front passenger, also 29, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious after the impact. Other occupants, including a 48-year-old male driver and two registrants, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. Both injured parties wore lap belts, as noted after the absence of any listed driver errors. The crash left two vehicles damaged—one at the right front bumper, the other at the left rear. The cause remains unclear in the official record.
Unsafe Lane Change and Speed Injure Passengers on Rockaway Ave▸Two cars and two sedans collided on Rockaway Avenue at Linden Boulevard. Unsafe lane changing and speed tore metal and bodies. Three people hurt. One passenger suffered a fractured arm. Pain and chaos in Brooklyn. The street stays dangerous.
According to the police report, a crash involving an SUV and two sedans unfolded on Rockaway Avenue near Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. Three people were injured: a 22-year-old female passenger suffered a fractured arm, a 60-year-old male driver reported chest pain, and a 16-year-old male passenger complained of back pain. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the collision and the resulting injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes that injured occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the ongoing risks for passengers on city streets shaped by driver decisions and speed.
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Ave▸A man crossed Atlantic Avenue. A driver, distracted, hit him at Ralph Avenue. The crash broke the man’s leg. He stayed conscious. The street saw blood and pain. The system failed to protect him. The driver did not pay attention.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle was traveling west and going straight ahead when it hit the pedestrian, who was at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited. The data does not specify the vehicle type or further details about the driver. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction to people crossing city streets.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
A man crossing Riverdale Avenue in a marked crosswalk was hit. He suffered arm injuries and shock. The crash left him hurt at the intersection with Strauss Street. No driver errors listed in the report.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing Riverdale Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a Hyundai car or SUV hit him. He suffered injuries to his arm and was in shock. The report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians at intersections, even when using crosswalks.
Pedestrian Struck and Injured on Eastern Parkway▸A young man walking in Brooklyn was hit and hurt. The crash left him with a bruised leg. The street was Eastern Parkway. The driver’s actions are not listed. The system failed to protect the walker. The wound is real.
A 23-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at 1380 Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man suffered a contusion to his knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or any contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are listed in the data. The pedestrian’s location and actions are also marked as unknown. The crash highlights a gap in safety for those on foot, with the system offering little detail or accountability for the harm caused.
Cyclist Crushed by Ford on Rockaway Avenue▸A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
Pickup Backs Unsafely, Passenger Injured in Brooklyn▸Pickup truck reversed on Christopher Ave. Unsafe backing. Passenger struck, head injury. Streets stay dangerous. Metal moves. People break.
A pickup truck backed unsafely on Christopher Ave near Sutter Ave in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 56-year-old man, suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The data lists no other contributing factors. The system failed to protect the passenger. The street remains a risk for anyone inside a vehicle.
2SUV and Forklift Crash on Broadway Injures Two▸SUV struck forklift on Broadway. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn street, no margin for error.
An SUV and a forklift collided on Broadway at Stewart Street in Brooklyn. Two people were injured: a 37-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female passenger, both suffering whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV hit the forklift's center front end with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2Two Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Steel struck steel on East New York Avenue. Two sedans, both parked, collided. A woman and her passenger suffered neck injuries. The street echoed with pain and confusion. No clear cause. The city kept moving.
Two sedans collided near 1560 East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were parked before the crash. A 29-year-old woman driving one sedan and her front passenger, also 29, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious after the impact. Other occupants, including a 48-year-old male driver and two registrants, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. Both injured parties wore lap belts, as noted after the absence of any listed driver errors. The crash left two vehicles damaged—one at the right front bumper, the other at the left rear. The cause remains unclear in the official record.
Unsafe Lane Change and Speed Injure Passengers on Rockaway Ave▸Two cars and two sedans collided on Rockaway Avenue at Linden Boulevard. Unsafe lane changing and speed tore metal and bodies. Three people hurt. One passenger suffered a fractured arm. Pain and chaos in Brooklyn. The street stays dangerous.
According to the police report, a crash involving an SUV and two sedans unfolded on Rockaway Avenue near Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. Three people were injured: a 22-year-old female passenger suffered a fractured arm, a 60-year-old male driver reported chest pain, and a 16-year-old male passenger complained of back pain. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the collision and the resulting injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes that injured occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the ongoing risks for passengers on city streets shaped by driver decisions and speed.
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Ave▸A man crossed Atlantic Avenue. A driver, distracted, hit him at Ralph Avenue. The crash broke the man’s leg. He stayed conscious. The street saw blood and pain. The system failed to protect him. The driver did not pay attention.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle was traveling west and going straight ahead when it hit the pedestrian, who was at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited. The data does not specify the vehicle type or further details about the driver. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction to people crossing city streets.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
A young man walking in Brooklyn was hit and hurt. The crash left him with a bruised leg. The street was Eastern Parkway. The driver’s actions are not listed. The system failed to protect the walker. The wound is real.
A 23-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at 1380 Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man suffered a contusion to his knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or any contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are listed in the data. The pedestrian’s location and actions are also marked as unknown. The crash highlights a gap in safety for those on foot, with the system offering little detail or accountability for the harm caused.
Cyclist Crushed by Ford on Rockaway Avenue▸A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
Pickup Backs Unsafely, Passenger Injured in Brooklyn▸Pickup truck reversed on Christopher Ave. Unsafe backing. Passenger struck, head injury. Streets stay dangerous. Metal moves. People break.
A pickup truck backed unsafely on Christopher Ave near Sutter Ave in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 56-year-old man, suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The data lists no other contributing factors. The system failed to protect the passenger. The street remains a risk for anyone inside a vehicle.
2SUV and Forklift Crash on Broadway Injures Two▸SUV struck forklift on Broadway. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn street, no margin for error.
An SUV and a forklift collided on Broadway at Stewart Street in Brooklyn. Two people were injured: a 37-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female passenger, both suffering whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV hit the forklift's center front end with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2Two Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Steel struck steel on East New York Avenue. Two sedans, both parked, collided. A woman and her passenger suffered neck injuries. The street echoed with pain and confusion. No clear cause. The city kept moving.
Two sedans collided near 1560 East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were parked before the crash. A 29-year-old woman driving one sedan and her front passenger, also 29, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious after the impact. Other occupants, including a 48-year-old male driver and two registrants, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. Both injured parties wore lap belts, as noted after the absence of any listed driver errors. The crash left two vehicles damaged—one at the right front bumper, the other at the left rear. The cause remains unclear in the official record.
Unsafe Lane Change and Speed Injure Passengers on Rockaway Ave▸Two cars and two sedans collided on Rockaway Avenue at Linden Boulevard. Unsafe lane changing and speed tore metal and bodies. Three people hurt. One passenger suffered a fractured arm. Pain and chaos in Brooklyn. The street stays dangerous.
According to the police report, a crash involving an SUV and two sedans unfolded on Rockaway Avenue near Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. Three people were injured: a 22-year-old female passenger suffered a fractured arm, a 60-year-old male driver reported chest pain, and a 16-year-old male passenger complained of back pain. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the collision and the resulting injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes that injured occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the ongoing risks for passengers on city streets shaped by driver decisions and speed.
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Ave▸A man crossed Atlantic Avenue. A driver, distracted, hit him at Ralph Avenue. The crash broke the man’s leg. He stayed conscious. The street saw blood and pain. The system failed to protect him. The driver did not pay attention.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle was traveling west and going straight ahead when it hit the pedestrian, who was at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited. The data does not specify the vehicle type or further details about the driver. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction to people crossing city streets.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
Pickup Backs Unsafely, Passenger Injured in Brooklyn▸Pickup truck reversed on Christopher Ave. Unsafe backing. Passenger struck, head injury. Streets stay dangerous. Metal moves. People break.
A pickup truck backed unsafely on Christopher Ave near Sutter Ave in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 56-year-old man, suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The data lists no other contributing factors. The system failed to protect the passenger. The street remains a risk for anyone inside a vehicle.
2SUV and Forklift Crash on Broadway Injures Two▸SUV struck forklift on Broadway. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn street, no margin for error.
An SUV and a forklift collided on Broadway at Stewart Street in Brooklyn. Two people were injured: a 37-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female passenger, both suffering whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV hit the forklift's center front end with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2Two Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Steel struck steel on East New York Avenue. Two sedans, both parked, collided. A woman and her passenger suffered neck injuries. The street echoed with pain and confusion. No clear cause. The city kept moving.
Two sedans collided near 1560 East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were parked before the crash. A 29-year-old woman driving one sedan and her front passenger, also 29, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious after the impact. Other occupants, including a 48-year-old male driver and two registrants, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. Both injured parties wore lap belts, as noted after the absence of any listed driver errors. The crash left two vehicles damaged—one at the right front bumper, the other at the left rear. The cause remains unclear in the official record.
Unsafe Lane Change and Speed Injure Passengers on Rockaway Ave▸Two cars and two sedans collided on Rockaway Avenue at Linden Boulevard. Unsafe lane changing and speed tore metal and bodies. Three people hurt. One passenger suffered a fractured arm. Pain and chaos in Brooklyn. The street stays dangerous.
According to the police report, a crash involving an SUV and two sedans unfolded on Rockaway Avenue near Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. Three people were injured: a 22-year-old female passenger suffered a fractured arm, a 60-year-old male driver reported chest pain, and a 16-year-old male passenger complained of back pain. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the collision and the resulting injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes that injured occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the ongoing risks for passengers on city streets shaped by driver decisions and speed.
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Ave▸A man crossed Atlantic Avenue. A driver, distracted, hit him at Ralph Avenue. The crash broke the man’s leg. He stayed conscious. The street saw blood and pain. The system failed to protect him. The driver did not pay attention.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle was traveling west and going straight ahead when it hit the pedestrian, who was at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited. The data does not specify the vehicle type or further details about the driver. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction to people crossing city streets.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
Pickup Backs Unsafely, Passenger Injured in Brooklyn▸Pickup truck reversed on Christopher Ave. Unsafe backing. Passenger struck, head injury. Streets stay dangerous. Metal moves. People break.
A pickup truck backed unsafely on Christopher Ave near Sutter Ave in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 56-year-old man, suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The data lists no other contributing factors. The system failed to protect the passenger. The street remains a risk for anyone inside a vehicle.
2SUV and Forklift Crash on Broadway Injures Two▸SUV struck forklift on Broadway. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn street, no margin for error.
An SUV and a forklift collided on Broadway at Stewart Street in Brooklyn. Two people were injured: a 37-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female passenger, both suffering whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV hit the forklift's center front end with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2Two Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Steel struck steel on East New York Avenue. Two sedans, both parked, collided. A woman and her passenger suffered neck injuries. The street echoed with pain and confusion. No clear cause. The city kept moving.
Two sedans collided near 1560 East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were parked before the crash. A 29-year-old woman driving one sedan and her front passenger, also 29, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious after the impact. Other occupants, including a 48-year-old male driver and two registrants, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. Both injured parties wore lap belts, as noted after the absence of any listed driver errors. The crash left two vehicles damaged—one at the right front bumper, the other at the left rear. The cause remains unclear in the official record.
Unsafe Lane Change and Speed Injure Passengers on Rockaway Ave▸Two cars and two sedans collided on Rockaway Avenue at Linden Boulevard. Unsafe lane changing and speed tore metal and bodies. Three people hurt. One passenger suffered a fractured arm. Pain and chaos in Brooklyn. The street stays dangerous.
According to the police report, a crash involving an SUV and two sedans unfolded on Rockaway Avenue near Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. Three people were injured: a 22-year-old female passenger suffered a fractured arm, a 60-year-old male driver reported chest pain, and a 16-year-old male passenger complained of back pain. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the collision and the resulting injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes that injured occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the ongoing risks for passengers on city streets shaped by driver decisions and speed.
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Ave▸A man crossed Atlantic Avenue. A driver, distracted, hit him at Ralph Avenue. The crash broke the man’s leg. He stayed conscious. The street saw blood and pain. The system failed to protect him. The driver did not pay attention.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle was traveling west and going straight ahead when it hit the pedestrian, who was at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited. The data does not specify the vehicle type or further details about the driver. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction to people crossing city streets.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
Pickup truck reversed on Christopher Ave. Unsafe backing. Passenger struck, head injury. Streets stay dangerous. Metal moves. People break.
A pickup truck backed unsafely on Christopher Ave near Sutter Ave in Brooklyn. One passenger, a 56-year-old man, suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The data lists no other contributing factors. The system failed to protect the passenger. The street remains a risk for anyone inside a vehicle.
2SUV and Forklift Crash on Broadway Injures Two▸SUV struck forklift on Broadway. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn street, no margin for error.
An SUV and a forklift collided on Broadway at Stewart Street in Brooklyn. Two people were injured: a 37-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female passenger, both suffering whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV hit the forklift's center front end with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2Two Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Steel struck steel on East New York Avenue. Two sedans, both parked, collided. A woman and her passenger suffered neck injuries. The street echoed with pain and confusion. No clear cause. The city kept moving.
Two sedans collided near 1560 East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were parked before the crash. A 29-year-old woman driving one sedan and her front passenger, also 29, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious after the impact. Other occupants, including a 48-year-old male driver and two registrants, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. Both injured parties wore lap belts, as noted after the absence of any listed driver errors. The crash left two vehicles damaged—one at the right front bumper, the other at the left rear. The cause remains unclear in the official record.
Unsafe Lane Change and Speed Injure Passengers on Rockaway Ave▸Two cars and two sedans collided on Rockaway Avenue at Linden Boulevard. Unsafe lane changing and speed tore metal and bodies. Three people hurt. One passenger suffered a fractured arm. Pain and chaos in Brooklyn. The street stays dangerous.
According to the police report, a crash involving an SUV and two sedans unfolded on Rockaway Avenue near Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. Three people were injured: a 22-year-old female passenger suffered a fractured arm, a 60-year-old male driver reported chest pain, and a 16-year-old male passenger complained of back pain. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the collision and the resulting injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes that injured occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the ongoing risks for passengers on city streets shaped by driver decisions and speed.
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Ave▸A man crossed Atlantic Avenue. A driver, distracted, hit him at Ralph Avenue. The crash broke the man’s leg. He stayed conscious. The street saw blood and pain. The system failed to protect him. The driver did not pay attention.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle was traveling west and going straight ahead when it hit the pedestrian, who was at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited. The data does not specify the vehicle type or further details about the driver. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction to people crossing city streets.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
SUV struck forklift on Broadway. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn street, no margin for error.
An SUV and a forklift collided on Broadway at Stewart Street in Brooklyn. Two people were injured: a 37-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female passenger, both suffering whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV hit the forklift's center front end with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2Two Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Steel struck steel on East New York Avenue. Two sedans, both parked, collided. A woman and her passenger suffered neck injuries. The street echoed with pain and confusion. No clear cause. The city kept moving.
Two sedans collided near 1560 East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were parked before the crash. A 29-year-old woman driving one sedan and her front passenger, also 29, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious after the impact. Other occupants, including a 48-year-old male driver and two registrants, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. Both injured parties wore lap belts, as noted after the absence of any listed driver errors. The crash left two vehicles damaged—one at the right front bumper, the other at the left rear. The cause remains unclear in the official record.
Unsafe Lane Change and Speed Injure Passengers on Rockaway Ave▸Two cars and two sedans collided on Rockaway Avenue at Linden Boulevard. Unsafe lane changing and speed tore metal and bodies. Three people hurt. One passenger suffered a fractured arm. Pain and chaos in Brooklyn. The street stays dangerous.
According to the police report, a crash involving an SUV and two sedans unfolded on Rockaway Avenue near Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. Three people were injured: a 22-year-old female passenger suffered a fractured arm, a 60-year-old male driver reported chest pain, and a 16-year-old male passenger complained of back pain. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the collision and the resulting injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes that injured occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the ongoing risks for passengers on city streets shaped by driver decisions and speed.
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Ave▸A man crossed Atlantic Avenue. A driver, distracted, hit him at Ralph Avenue. The crash broke the man’s leg. He stayed conscious. The street saw blood and pain. The system failed to protect him. The driver did not pay attention.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle was traveling west and going straight ahead when it hit the pedestrian, who was at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited. The data does not specify the vehicle type or further details about the driver. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction to people crossing city streets.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
Steel struck steel on East New York Avenue. Two sedans, both parked, collided. A woman and her passenger suffered neck injuries. The street echoed with pain and confusion. No clear cause. The city kept moving.
Two sedans collided near 1560 East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were parked before the crash. A 29-year-old woman driving one sedan and her front passenger, also 29, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious after the impact. Other occupants, including a 48-year-old male driver and two registrants, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. Both injured parties wore lap belts, as noted after the absence of any listed driver errors. The crash left two vehicles damaged—one at the right front bumper, the other at the left rear. The cause remains unclear in the official record.
Unsafe Lane Change and Speed Injure Passengers on Rockaway Ave▸Two cars and two sedans collided on Rockaway Avenue at Linden Boulevard. Unsafe lane changing and speed tore metal and bodies. Three people hurt. One passenger suffered a fractured arm. Pain and chaos in Brooklyn. The street stays dangerous.
According to the police report, a crash involving an SUV and two sedans unfolded on Rockaway Avenue near Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. Three people were injured: a 22-year-old female passenger suffered a fractured arm, a 60-year-old male driver reported chest pain, and a 16-year-old male passenger complained of back pain. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the collision and the resulting injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes that injured occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the ongoing risks for passengers on city streets shaped by driver decisions and speed.
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Ave▸A man crossed Atlantic Avenue. A driver, distracted, hit him at Ralph Avenue. The crash broke the man’s leg. He stayed conscious. The street saw blood and pain. The system failed to protect him. The driver did not pay attention.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle was traveling west and going straight ahead when it hit the pedestrian, who was at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited. The data does not specify the vehicle type or further details about the driver. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction to people crossing city streets.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
Two cars and two sedans collided on Rockaway Avenue at Linden Boulevard. Unsafe lane changing and speed tore metal and bodies. Three people hurt. One passenger suffered a fractured arm. Pain and chaos in Brooklyn. The street stays dangerous.
According to the police report, a crash involving an SUV and two sedans unfolded on Rockaway Avenue near Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. Three people were injured: a 22-year-old female passenger suffered a fractured arm, a 60-year-old male driver reported chest pain, and a 16-year-old male passenger complained of back pain. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the collision and the resulting injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes that injured occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the ongoing risks for passengers on city streets shaped by driver decisions and speed.
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Ave▸A man crossed Atlantic Avenue. A driver, distracted, hit him at Ralph Avenue. The crash broke the man’s leg. He stayed conscious. The street saw blood and pain. The system failed to protect him. The driver did not pay attention.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle was traveling west and going straight ahead when it hit the pedestrian, who was at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited. The data does not specify the vehicle type or further details about the driver. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction to people crossing city streets.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Ave▸A man crossed Atlantic Avenue. A driver, distracted, hit him at Ralph Avenue. The crash broke the man’s leg. He stayed conscious. The street saw blood and pain. The system failed to protect him. The driver did not pay attention.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle was traveling west and going straight ahead when it hit the pedestrian, who was at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited. The data does not specify the vehicle type or further details about the driver. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction to people crossing city streets.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
- Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-13
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Atlantic Ave▸A man crossed Atlantic Avenue. A driver, distracted, hit him at Ralph Avenue. The crash broke the man’s leg. He stayed conscious. The street saw blood and pain. The system failed to protect him. The driver did not pay attention.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle was traveling west and going straight ahead when it hit the pedestrian, who was at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited. The data does not specify the vehicle type or further details about the driver. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction to people crossing city streets.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
A man crossed Atlantic Avenue. A driver, distracted, hit him at Ralph Avenue. The crash broke the man’s leg. He stayed conscious. The street saw blood and pain. The system failed to protect him. The driver did not pay attention.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle was traveling west and going straight ahead when it hit the pedestrian, who was at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited. The data does not specify the vehicle type or further details about the driver. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction to people crossing city streets.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
- Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-11
Motorcycle Slams Sedan on Atlantic Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
A motorcycle struck a sedan at Atlantic and Saratoga. The rider flew from his bike, suffering burns and a hip injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street saw metal, fire, and pain. Two men, two vehicles, one mistake. Brooklyn bleeds again.
A crash on Atlantic Avenue at Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and a sedan. The motorcycle, heading east, collided with the right side of a southbound sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The 34-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a moderate burn and a hip injury. He was wearing a helmet. The 63-year-old sedan driver was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the police report.
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
Sedan Strikes Passenger on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
A sedan hit hard on Linden Boulevard. A 70-year-old woman, riding in the back, was hurt. The driver, a 30-year-old man, took a blow to the face. The crash left both shaken. The cause remains unclear. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan traveling west on Linden Boulevard at Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn crashed, injuring a 70-year-old female passenger and the 30-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the driver suffered a facial contusion. The passenger’s injuries were not specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors, stating only 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield were documented in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, even when the cause is not immediately known.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Howard Ave▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing Howard Ave with the signal. He suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The driver was unhurt. Impact came at the front center of the vehicle.
A 78-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed Howard Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 54-year-old woman, was making a left turn northbound when the impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Howard Ave▸A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
A flatbed truck struck a parked sedan on Howard Avenue. The impact left the sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old woman, with back injuries. Police cited improper passing and lane usage. The crash exposed the danger of heavy vehicles on city streets.
A collision occurred on Howard Avenue at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a flatbed truck and a parked sedan. According to the police report, the flatbed was making a right turn when it struck the sedan. The 38-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered back injuries. The 54-year-old male flatbed driver was not reported injured. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a direct role in the crash. No mention was made of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident highlights the risks posed by improper lane changes and large vehicles operating on city streets.
3Speeding Sedans Collide on East New York Avenue▸Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
Three drivers and a child hurt when sedans crash at unsafe speed in Brooklyn. Metal twists. Shock grips survivors. Streets scar. No room for error.
Two sedans crashed on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Three drivers and a four-year-old passenger were injured. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. The crash left all involved in shock. No other contributing factors were listed. The data shows the child was in a restraint. The force of the impact injured all but spared two registrants. The street bore the mark of speed unchecked.
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Cyclist on Herkimer▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
A sedan struck a cyclist on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm injuries. The crash left the cyclist hurt. The car showed no damage. System failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was traveling east when it collided with a cyclist, also heading east. The cyclist, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 44-year-old man, showed no damage. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but the primary cause cited was driver distraction. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
Taxi Struck by Merging Sedan on Roosevelt Place▸A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.
A taxi sat parked on Roosevelt Place. A sedan merged and struck its rear bumper. Seven people inside both cars. Two injured, one with head wounds. Night fell on Brooklyn. Metal met metal. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles collided on Roosevelt Place near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a taxi was parked when a sedan merged and hit the taxi's left rear bumper. Seven people were involved. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old woman suffered head wounds and minor bleeding, and a 36-year-old man reported neck pain. The rest, including a 6-year-old child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears in the report. The crash underscores the risks faced by passengers and occupants, even when vehicles are parked or merging.