Crash Count for Precinct 75
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 8,738
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 5,236
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 912
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 54
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 14
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 24, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 75?

Blood on the Asphalt: Who Will Stop the Killing in Precinct 75?

Blood on the Asphalt: Who Will Stop the Killing in Precinct 75?

Precinct 75: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025

The Toll in Blood and Bone

Twelve dead. Fifty-one seriously hurt. That is the cost on the streets of Precinct 75 since 2022. The numbers do not flinch. They do not blink. They do not care if you look away. In the last twelve months alone, five people died and twenty more were left with wounds that do not heal. The youngest was a child. The oldest, a grandmother. Most were walking. Some were crossing with the light. Some never made it to the other side.

A sedan hit a 36-year-old man at Broadway and East New York Avenue. He died at the intersection, another name for the city to forget.BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run. A 57-year-old woman was killed by an SUV while crossing Pennsylvania Avenue with the signal. The driver turned left. She did not get up.Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman.

SUVs and sedans do most of the killing. Out of 4,973 injuries, cars and SUVs account for the largest share. Trucks, buses, motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes add to the toll. The road does not care what you drive. It only cares that you do not stop.

Reckless Acts, Empty Promises

The carnage is not random. It is not fate. It is the sum of choices. Last week, a young man spun his car in circles at Gateway Center. He lost control. He killed his girlfriend. Police charged him with negligent homicide. “He was doing the dangerous spinning trick in a luxury car… when he slammed into Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting on a curb nearby,” reported the New York Post. The tire marks are still there. The family is not whole.

A relative said, “It was just a freak accident. Nothing intentional. I know that he loved her. He loved her dearly. He’d do anything for her, and she would do the same for him.” Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend.

Leadership: Action or Excuse?

The police in Precinct 75 have the power to stop this. They can ticket speeders. They can crack down on reckless turns and drivers who fail to yield. They can target the corners where people die. But the numbers do not show mercy. The violence continues.

Local leaders have tools. The city can lower speed limits. The state renewed speed cameras. But the blood on the street says it is not enough. Every day of delay is another day for a family to lose someone.

What Now? Demand More

Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand enforcement. Demand safer streets. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list. The road will not wait. Why should you?

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 75 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Brooklyn, city council district District 42, assembly district AD 54 and state senate district SD 18.
Which areas are in Precinct 75?
It includes the Cypress Hills, East New York (North), East New York-New Lots, Spring Creek-Starrett City, East New York-City Line, Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (South), Shirley Chisholm State Park, and Brooklyn CB5 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 37 and District 42, Assembly Districts AD 54 and AD 60, and State Senate Districts SD 18 and SD 19.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 75?
Cars and SUVs: 7 deaths, 515 minor injuries, 134 moderate injuries, 9 serious injuries. Trucks and Buses: 0 deaths, 35 minor injuries, 14 moderate injuries, 4 serious injuries. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 13 minor injuries, 4 moderate, 1 serious injury. Bikes: 0 deaths, 7 minor injuries, 2 moderate, 1 serious injury. NYC Open Data
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 75 police can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and respond to dangerous conditions. They can issue tickets for speeding and failure to yield, and target known crash hotspots. The law is on their side. They just need to use it.
Are crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
These deaths and injuries are not random. They are the result of choices—by drivers, by policymakers, by those who enforce the law. Every crash is a chance to act before the next one.
What can local politicians do?
They can lower speed limits, expand automated enforcement, and push for street redesigns that protect people. They can demand more from police and DOT. They can act now, not after another death.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Erik Dilan
Assembly Member Erik Dilan
District 54
District Office:
366 Cornelia St., Brooklyn, NY 11237
Legislative Office:
Room 526, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Chris Banks
Council Member Chris Banks
District 42
District Office:
1199 Elton Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207
718-649-9495
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1774, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6957
Julia Salazar
State Senator Julia Salazar
District 18
District Office:
212 Evergreen Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221
Legislative Office:
Room 514, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 75 Police Precinct 75 sits in Brooklyn, District 42, AD 54, SD 18.

It contains Brooklyn CB5, Cypress Hills, East New York (North), East New York-New Lots, Spring Creek-Starrett City, East New York-City Line, Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (South), Shirley Chisholm State Park.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 75

Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks

A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.

NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.


Moped Rider Killed in Jamaica Avenue Collision

A moped and sedan collided on Jamaica Avenue. One moped rider died. Police cite driver inattention. Impact left a deadly mark in Brooklyn.

A moped and a sedan crashed at Jamaica Avenue and Richmond Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision involved 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The moped rider, age 25, died at the scene. Three sedan occupants, including a 12-year-old passenger, suffered unspecified injuries. The sedan was making a left turn when struck. Police list no other contributing factors. The report does not mention helmet use or signals. The crash underscores the lethal risk when drivers lose focus.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830833 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Pennsylvania Avenue

A sedan hit a man crossing Pennsylvania Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Blood on the street. Shock followed. System failed to protect the walker.

A sedan traveling south struck a 34-year-old man crossing at the intersection of 518 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding, and was in shock. The driver and a vehicle occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830773 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
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Three Injured in Linden Boulevard Car Collision

Two cars collided on Linden Boulevard. Three men hurt. Head and leg bruises. No clear cause. Brooklyn street, night, metal and flesh struck hard.

Two vehicles, a Carry All and a Sedan, crashed on Linden Boulevard at Hendrix Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three men were injured: a 66-year-old front passenger suffered a head contusion, a 48-year-old driver had a leg bruise, and another 48-year-old passenger sustained a head injury. All were conscious after the crash. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact left both vehicles damaged, with injuries to those inside.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830666 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Taxi Driver Injured in Linden Boulevard Crash

A taxi slammed on Linden Boulevard. The driver took a blow to the head. He stayed conscious. Police list injuries, but no cause. The street stayed quiet after the crash.

A taxi crashed on Linden Boulevard near Fountain Avenue in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old male driver suffered a head injury but remained conscious, according to the police report. He was the only occupant. The report lists his injury as internal, with impact to the left side doors and rear quarter panel of the taxi. Another vehicle was involved, but details are unspecified. Police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use appears.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830636 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Vermont Street

SUV hit a cyclist on Vermont Street. The rider, 63, took the blow to his shoulder. Police list injuries. No driver errors named. Streets stay dangerous.

A cyclist, age 63, was injured when an SUV struck him on Vermont Street near Sunnyside Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a station wagon/SUV, both traveling south. The cyclist suffered a shoulder injury and a contusion. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The SUV's right front bumper hit the cyclist. The crash left the rider hurt, underscoring the risks faced by people on bikes in city traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830163 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Failure to Yield Injures Children and Adults on Pitkin Ave

Two sedans collided on Pitkin Ave. Children and adults hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted. Lives shaken. Brooklyn street, another crash. System failed the vulnerable.

Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Ave and Hemlock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, multiple people were injured, including children and adults. A 43-year-old driver suffered chest injuries. A 38-year-old woman and a 10-year-old girl were also hurt. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for all involved drivers. The crash left passengers and drivers injured, with the system once again exposing the vulnerable to harm.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831390 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Driver Inattention Causes Brooklyn Sedan Crash

Two sedans collided on Jerome Street at Dumont Avenue. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal, glass, and shock in the morning light.

Two sedans crashed at Jerome Street and Dumont Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, age 55, suffered neck injuries and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted by police.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830150 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Sedans Collide on Linden Blvd, Three Hurt

Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. A child and two men injured. One driver trapped, all shaken. Streets held the wreckage. No clear cause named.

Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 74-year-old male driver, a 20-year-old male driver, and an 8-year-old male passenger. The older driver was trapped and in shock. The child suffered chest injuries. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left one car overturned and the other with front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830143 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
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SUVs Collide at Unsafe Speed on Atlantic Avenue

Two SUVs crashed on Atlantic Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Impact left drivers and a passenger injured. Brooklyn street bears the scars.

Two sport utility vehicles collided on Atlantic Avenue at Warwick Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 53-year-old woman driving west, a 27-year-old man driving east, and a 52-year-old male passenger. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger of high speed on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828823 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Moped Driver Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Crash

A moped and sedan collided on Eldert Lane at 95th Avenue. The moped driver, 22, suffered a bruised shoulder. No driver errors listed. Streets left another rider hurt.

A moped and a sedan crashed at Eldert Lane and 95th Avenue in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old moped driver was injured, suffering a contusion to the upper arm. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the crash. The impact struck the right side doors of the sedan. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828808 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground

A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.

ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.


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Sedans Collide on Belmont Avenue, Two Hurt

Two sedans crashed on Belmont Avenue. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries. Police list no clear cause. Steel met steel. Pain followed.

Two sedans collided on Belmont Avenue at Schenck Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers and a front-seat passenger were injured, with two suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash, and all occupants wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left metal twisted and people hurt, but the police report offers no further detail on what led to the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828802 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts

A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.

According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.


Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal

A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.

Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.


Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A sedan hit a 54-year-old woman crossing Pitkin Ave with the signal. She suffered a leg injury. The car showed no damage. The driver and another occupant were unhurt.

A 54-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan while crossing Pitkin Avenue at Crescent Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The sedan, driven by a 65-year-old man, was making a left turn at the time. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The vehicle sustained no damage in the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827584 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
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Pedestrian Struck on Pennsylvania Avenue by Motorized Scooter

A scooter driver failed to yield and passed too close. He struck a pedestrian not in the roadway. Both suffered abrasions. The street stayed dangerous. The system failed to protect them.

A 21-year-old male operating a motorized scooter struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian near 417 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both were injured, suffering abrasions to their limbs. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing Too Closely.' The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time. The driver held only a permit. The report lists no vehicle damage. Systemic failures left both vulnerable on the street.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828178 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
SUV and Sedan Collide at Unsafe Speed on Belt Parkway

Two cars tore down Belt Parkway. Speed and rage ruled. One man bled from his arm. Police found unlicensed driving and reckless force. The road bore the mark.

A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. One man, age 56, suffered severe bleeding to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when they crashed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one injured and others shaken. The force of speed and aggression shaped the outcome.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827673 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Moped Driver Ejected in Ridgewood Avenue Crash

A moped and sedan collided on Ridgewood Avenue. The moped driver, seventeen, was ejected and suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and traffic control disregard fueled the crash.

A moped and a sedan crashed on Ridgewood Avenue at Crescent Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver, age 17, was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, both 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the collision. The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver, age 34, was licensed and uninjured. No pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore speed limits and traffic signals.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827640 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Gateway Drive

A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman off Gateway Drive. She died from crush injuries. Police cite driver distraction and unsafe speed. The car’s front end took the impact. No other injuries reported.

A 21-year-old woman walking near 395 Gateway Drive in Brooklyn was struck and killed by a sedan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not in the roadway when the car hit her, causing fatal crush injuries to her entire body. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No other serious injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of driver error in city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827641 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31