About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 15
▸ Crush Injuries 22
▸ Amputation 4
▸ Severe Bleeding 16
▸ Severe Lacerations 27
▸ Concussion 32
▸ Whiplash 266
▸ Contusion/Bruise 218
▸ Abrasion 153
▸ Pain/Nausea 133
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Precinct 75
- 2021 White GMC Pickup (LPL6828) – 41 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2013 Gray Infiniti Sedan (THZ3185) – 40 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2002 Red Honda Mp (SHM6992) – 39 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2018 White BMW Suburban (LEA3592) – 39 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2013 White Jeep Suburban (JMC6937) – 33 times • 2 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Precinct 75: Evening streets, broken bodies
Precinct 75: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 8, 2025
Just after midday on Oct 2, at Crescent Street and Hill Street, a driver in a sedan hit an 8‑year‑old who was walking. Police recorded a serious injury (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Oct 2: A driver hit a person walking at Crescent and Hill; serious injury recorded (crash data).
- Sep 24: At Livonia and Snediker, police cited failure to yield by the driver after a person walking was seriously hurt (crash data).
The toll in this precinct
Since 2022, Precinct 75 has seen 19 people killed and 7,143 injured in traffic crashes (Open Data rollup). That includes 8 people walking and 1 person on a bike killed; 10 vehicle occupants also died (mode totals).
This year alone, 8 people have been killed here, compared with 2 at this point last year. Serious injuries are also up, 29 this year versus 13 last year (comparative stats).
The evening hour is when it breaks. At 8 PM, four people have died since 2022—the most of any hour. The 6 PM and 5 PM hours also carry heavy injuries and deaths (hourly distribution).
Where it happens, and why police say it happens
Pennsylvania Avenue and the Belt Parkway each carry two recorded deaths in this period. Linden Boulevard is an injury factory (hotspots data).
Police reports here list named driver behaviors again and again: failure to yield in at least 42 injury crashes, running lights in at least 13, aggressive driving and distraction in dozens more (contributing factors).
What Precinct 75 can do now
Target the evening rush. Enforce failure‑to‑yield at crosswalks on Pennsylvania Avenue and along Linden Boulevard. Post up at known trouble corners and write the summonses.
DOT can harden left turns, add daylighting at corners, and give people on foot a head start with leading pedestrian intervals. None of that needs a ribbon. All of it is standard practice, and it works when used at the right spots (crash records).
Stop the pattern citywide
Slower default speeds save lives at the moment of impact. New York has the power to lower speeds and rein in repeat speeders. Use it. A citywide 20 MPH default and mandatory speed limiters for habitual offenders would keep the worst harm out of these crosswalks. The path is laid out here: Take Action.
Council Member Chris Banks, Assembly Member Erik Dilan, and State Senator Julia Salazar represent this area. The public record in this briefing does not show whether they back the speed‑limiter bill named there. If they don’t, what gives?
One child at Crescent and Hill is in the hospital. The next one is waiting at the light. Take one step now: push your leaders to act.
Frequently Asked Questions
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District 54
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District 42
State Senator Julia Salazar
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▸ 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
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 75
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Motorcycle Crash on Pennsylvania Avenue Injures Rider▸May 10 - A motorcycle struck hard on Pennsylvania Avenue. The rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered severe lacerations. The crash left the entire body injured. No other vehicles listed. No driver errors noted.
A motorcycle crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue at Schroeders Avenue in Brooklyn. The 45-year-old male driver was injured, suffering severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling north and struck at the center front end. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both the injury and the cause remain unspecified in the official account.
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Bus Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Livonia▸May 10 - A bus hit a 70-year-old man at Livonia Avenue and Cleveland Street. The impact broke his leg. He stayed conscious. The bus’s right front bumper took the hit. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 70-year-old man walking at the intersection of Livonia Avenue and Cleveland Street in Brooklyn was struck by a bus. According to the police report, the bus’s right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing a leg fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
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SUV Strikes Girl Crossing With Signal on Atlantic▸May 9 - SUV hit a 13-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The impact tore her knee and foot. Police list driver error as unspecified. The street stayed open. The girl was left hurt.
A 13-year-old girl was struck by an SUV while crossing Atlantic Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, hit her with its right front bumper. The girl suffered abrasions to her knee and foot. Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. No driver errors beyond 'Unspecified' are noted in the report.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Cozine Avenue in Brooklyn▸May 6 - Two cars collided at Cozine Avenue and Linwood Street. One passenger suffered whiplash. Another driver complained of chest pain. The police report lists all contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan and an SUV crashed at Cozine Avenue and Linwood Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 51-year-old passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash, and a 61-year-old driver reported chest pain. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. Lap belts and harnesses were used by the injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
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Pedestrian Injured on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street▸May 4 - A car struck a woman on New Lots Avenue. She suffered a bruised leg but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The system failed to protect her.
A 34-year-old woman walking on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street in Brooklyn was hit and injured. According to the police report, she suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions are specified. The crash left the pedestrian hurt, underscoring the danger that cars pose to people on foot in city streets.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave▸May 4 - A volunteer EMT hit a 19-year-old crossing McDonald Avenue. The crash happened at night. Lights and sirens blared. The young man suffered severe head trauma. Medics rushed him to the hospital. The driver stayed. Police are investigating.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-04), a Hatzolah volunteer EMT driving a smart car struck a 19-year-old pedestrian at McDonald Avenue and Avenue P in Brooklyn around 1:20 a.m. The article states, “The 39-year-old driver was behind the wheel of a smart car for the ambulance service, going north on McDonald Ave., lights and sirens on, when he struck the pedestrian as he was crossing.” The pedestrian suffered critical head injuries and was transported to Maimonides Hospital. The driver remained at the scene. Police are investigating the crash. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, even when emergency vehicles are present. No charges have been filed as of publication.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-04
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SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸May 3 - SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Wortman Avenue▸May 1 - Two sedans crashed head-on in Brooklyn. Three men injured. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Night split by impact. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans traveling straight collided at the intersection of Wortman Avenue and Schenck Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left one driver in shock and another with upper arm injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Linden Blvd▸May 1 - A sedan hit a woman at Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street. She suffered abrasions. The police report lists no clear driver error. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
A 28-year-old woman walking at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street in Brooklyn was struck by a sedan. She sustained abrasions to her entire body and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved a Florida-registered sedan traveling northeast. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury is noted as 'Injured' with abrasions, and her action at the time is marked as 'Unknown.' No vehicle damage was reported. The police report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
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Bus Crash on Alabama Avenue Injures Two▸May 1 - A bus struck on Alabama Avenue. Driver and passenger hurt. Both suffered back injuries. No pedestrians involved. Streets stay dangerous for all.
A bus crash on Alabama Avenue in Brooklyn left two people injured. According to the police report, a 55-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The bus was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The toll of large vehicles on city streets continues.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
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SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
May 10 - A motorcycle struck hard on Pennsylvania Avenue. The rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered severe lacerations. The crash left the entire body injured. No other vehicles listed. No driver errors noted.
A motorcycle crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue at Schroeders Avenue in Brooklyn. The 45-year-old male driver was injured, suffering severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling north and struck at the center front end. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both the injury and the cause remain unspecified in the official account.
10
Bus Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Livonia▸May 10 - A bus hit a 70-year-old man at Livonia Avenue and Cleveland Street. The impact broke his leg. He stayed conscious. The bus’s right front bumper took the hit. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 70-year-old man walking at the intersection of Livonia Avenue and Cleveland Street in Brooklyn was struck by a bus. According to the police report, the bus’s right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing a leg fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
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SUV Strikes Girl Crossing With Signal on Atlantic▸May 9 - SUV hit a 13-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The impact tore her knee and foot. Police list driver error as unspecified. The street stayed open. The girl was left hurt.
A 13-year-old girl was struck by an SUV while crossing Atlantic Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, hit her with its right front bumper. The girl suffered abrasions to her knee and foot. Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. No driver errors beyond 'Unspecified' are noted in the report.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Cozine Avenue in Brooklyn▸May 6 - Two cars collided at Cozine Avenue and Linwood Street. One passenger suffered whiplash. Another driver complained of chest pain. The police report lists all contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan and an SUV crashed at Cozine Avenue and Linwood Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 51-year-old passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash, and a 61-year-old driver reported chest pain. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. Lap belts and harnesses were used by the injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
4
Pedestrian Injured on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street▸May 4 - A car struck a woman on New Lots Avenue. She suffered a bruised leg but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The system failed to protect her.
A 34-year-old woman walking on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street in Brooklyn was hit and injured. According to the police report, she suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions are specified. The crash left the pedestrian hurt, underscoring the danger that cars pose to people on foot in city streets.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave▸May 4 - A volunteer EMT hit a 19-year-old crossing McDonald Avenue. The crash happened at night. Lights and sirens blared. The young man suffered severe head trauma. Medics rushed him to the hospital. The driver stayed. Police are investigating.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-04), a Hatzolah volunteer EMT driving a smart car struck a 19-year-old pedestrian at McDonald Avenue and Avenue P in Brooklyn around 1:20 a.m. The article states, “The 39-year-old driver was behind the wheel of a smart car for the ambulance service, going north on McDonald Ave., lights and sirens on, when he struck the pedestrian as he was crossing.” The pedestrian suffered critical head injuries and was transported to Maimonides Hospital. The driver remained at the scene. Police are investigating the crash. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, even when emergency vehicles are present. No charges have been filed as of publication.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-04
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SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸May 3 - SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Wortman Avenue▸May 1 - Two sedans crashed head-on in Brooklyn. Three men injured. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Night split by impact. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans traveling straight collided at the intersection of Wortman Avenue and Schenck Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left one driver in shock and another with upper arm injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Linden Blvd▸May 1 - A sedan hit a woman at Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street. She suffered abrasions. The police report lists no clear driver error. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
A 28-year-old woman walking at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street in Brooklyn was struck by a sedan. She sustained abrasions to her entire body and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved a Florida-registered sedan traveling northeast. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury is noted as 'Injured' with abrasions, and her action at the time is marked as 'Unknown.' No vehicle damage was reported. The police report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
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Bus Crash on Alabama Avenue Injures Two▸May 1 - A bus struck on Alabama Avenue. Driver and passenger hurt. Both suffered back injuries. No pedestrians involved. Streets stay dangerous for all.
A bus crash on Alabama Avenue in Brooklyn left two people injured. According to the police report, a 55-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The bus was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The toll of large vehicles on city streets continues.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
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SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
28
City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
24
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
23
Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
May 10 - A bus hit a 70-year-old man at Livonia Avenue and Cleveland Street. The impact broke his leg. He stayed conscious. The bus’s right front bumper took the hit. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 70-year-old man walking at the intersection of Livonia Avenue and Cleveland Street in Brooklyn was struck by a bus. According to the police report, the bus’s right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing a leg fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
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SUV Strikes Girl Crossing With Signal on Atlantic▸May 9 - SUV hit a 13-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The impact tore her knee and foot. Police list driver error as unspecified. The street stayed open. The girl was left hurt.
A 13-year-old girl was struck by an SUV while crossing Atlantic Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, hit her with its right front bumper. The girl suffered abrasions to her knee and foot. Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. No driver errors beyond 'Unspecified' are noted in the report.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Cozine Avenue in Brooklyn▸May 6 - Two cars collided at Cozine Avenue and Linwood Street. One passenger suffered whiplash. Another driver complained of chest pain. The police report lists all contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan and an SUV crashed at Cozine Avenue and Linwood Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 51-year-old passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash, and a 61-year-old driver reported chest pain. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. Lap belts and harnesses were used by the injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
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Pedestrian Injured on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street▸May 4 - A car struck a woman on New Lots Avenue. She suffered a bruised leg but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The system failed to protect her.
A 34-year-old woman walking on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street in Brooklyn was hit and injured. According to the police report, she suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions are specified. The crash left the pedestrian hurt, underscoring the danger that cars pose to people on foot in city streets.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave▸May 4 - A volunteer EMT hit a 19-year-old crossing McDonald Avenue. The crash happened at night. Lights and sirens blared. The young man suffered severe head trauma. Medics rushed him to the hospital. The driver stayed. Police are investigating.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-04), a Hatzolah volunteer EMT driving a smart car struck a 19-year-old pedestrian at McDonald Avenue and Avenue P in Brooklyn around 1:20 a.m. The article states, “The 39-year-old driver was behind the wheel of a smart car for the ambulance service, going north on McDonald Ave., lights and sirens on, when he struck the pedestrian as he was crossing.” The pedestrian suffered critical head injuries and was transported to Maimonides Hospital. The driver remained at the scene. Police are investigating the crash. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, even when emergency vehicles are present. No charges have been filed as of publication.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-04
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SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸May 3 - SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Wortman Avenue▸May 1 - Two sedans crashed head-on in Brooklyn. Three men injured. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Night split by impact. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans traveling straight collided at the intersection of Wortman Avenue and Schenck Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left one driver in shock and another with upper arm injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Linden Blvd▸May 1 - A sedan hit a woman at Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street. She suffered abrasions. The police report lists no clear driver error. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
A 28-year-old woman walking at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street in Brooklyn was struck by a sedan. She sustained abrasions to her entire body and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved a Florida-registered sedan traveling northeast. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury is noted as 'Injured' with abrasions, and her action at the time is marked as 'Unknown.' No vehicle damage was reported. The police report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
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Bus Crash on Alabama Avenue Injures Two▸May 1 - A bus struck on Alabama Avenue. Driver and passenger hurt. Both suffered back injuries. No pedestrians involved. Streets stay dangerous for all.
A bus crash on Alabama Avenue in Brooklyn left two people injured. According to the police report, a 55-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The bus was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The toll of large vehicles on city streets continues.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
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SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
May 9 - SUV hit a 13-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The impact tore her knee and foot. Police list driver error as unspecified. The street stayed open. The girl was left hurt.
A 13-year-old girl was struck by an SUV while crossing Atlantic Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, hit her with its right front bumper. The girl suffered abrasions to her knee and foot. Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. No driver errors beyond 'Unspecified' are noted in the report.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Cozine Avenue in Brooklyn▸May 6 - Two cars collided at Cozine Avenue and Linwood Street. One passenger suffered whiplash. Another driver complained of chest pain. The police report lists all contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan and an SUV crashed at Cozine Avenue and Linwood Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 51-year-old passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash, and a 61-year-old driver reported chest pain. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. Lap belts and harnesses were used by the injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
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Pedestrian Injured on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street▸May 4 - A car struck a woman on New Lots Avenue. She suffered a bruised leg but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The system failed to protect her.
A 34-year-old woman walking on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street in Brooklyn was hit and injured. According to the police report, she suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions are specified. The crash left the pedestrian hurt, underscoring the danger that cars pose to people on foot in city streets.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave▸May 4 - A volunteer EMT hit a 19-year-old crossing McDonald Avenue. The crash happened at night. Lights and sirens blared. The young man suffered severe head trauma. Medics rushed him to the hospital. The driver stayed. Police are investigating.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-04), a Hatzolah volunteer EMT driving a smart car struck a 19-year-old pedestrian at McDonald Avenue and Avenue P in Brooklyn around 1:20 a.m. The article states, “The 39-year-old driver was behind the wheel of a smart car for the ambulance service, going north on McDonald Ave., lights and sirens on, when he struck the pedestrian as he was crossing.” The pedestrian suffered critical head injuries and was transported to Maimonides Hospital. The driver remained at the scene. Police are investigating the crash. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, even when emergency vehicles are present. No charges have been filed as of publication.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-04
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SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸May 3 - SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Wortman Avenue▸May 1 - Two sedans crashed head-on in Brooklyn. Three men injured. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Night split by impact. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans traveling straight collided at the intersection of Wortman Avenue and Schenck Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left one driver in shock and another with upper arm injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Linden Blvd▸May 1 - A sedan hit a woman at Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street. She suffered abrasions. The police report lists no clear driver error. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
A 28-year-old woman walking at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street in Brooklyn was struck by a sedan. She sustained abrasions to her entire body and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved a Florida-registered sedan traveling northeast. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury is noted as 'Injured' with abrasions, and her action at the time is marked as 'Unknown.' No vehicle damage was reported. The police report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
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Bus Crash on Alabama Avenue Injures Two▸May 1 - A bus struck on Alabama Avenue. Driver and passenger hurt. Both suffered back injuries. No pedestrians involved. Streets stay dangerous for all.
A bus crash on Alabama Avenue in Brooklyn left two people injured. According to the police report, a 55-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The bus was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The toll of large vehicles on city streets continues.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
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SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
28
City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
24
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
20
Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
19
Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
19
E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
May 6 - Two cars collided at Cozine Avenue and Linwood Street. One passenger suffered whiplash. Another driver complained of chest pain. The police report lists all contributing factors as unspecified.
A sedan and an SUV crashed at Cozine Avenue and Linwood Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 51-year-old passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash, and a 61-year-old driver reported chest pain. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. Lap belts and harnesses were used by the injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
4
Pedestrian Injured on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street▸May 4 - A car struck a woman on New Lots Avenue. She suffered a bruised leg but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The system failed to protect her.
A 34-year-old woman walking on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street in Brooklyn was hit and injured. According to the police report, she suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions are specified. The crash left the pedestrian hurt, underscoring the danger that cars pose to people on foot in city streets.
4
EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave▸May 4 - A volunteer EMT hit a 19-year-old crossing McDonald Avenue. The crash happened at night. Lights and sirens blared. The young man suffered severe head trauma. Medics rushed him to the hospital. The driver stayed. Police are investigating.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-04), a Hatzolah volunteer EMT driving a smart car struck a 19-year-old pedestrian at McDonald Avenue and Avenue P in Brooklyn around 1:20 a.m. The article states, “The 39-year-old driver was behind the wheel of a smart car for the ambulance service, going north on McDonald Ave., lights and sirens on, when he struck the pedestrian as he was crossing.” The pedestrian suffered critical head injuries and was transported to Maimonides Hospital. The driver remained at the scene. Police are investigating the crash. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, even when emergency vehicles are present. No charges have been filed as of publication.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-04
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SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸May 3 - SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Wortman Avenue▸May 1 - Two sedans crashed head-on in Brooklyn. Three men injured. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Night split by impact. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans traveling straight collided at the intersection of Wortman Avenue and Schenck Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left one driver in shock and another with upper arm injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Linden Blvd▸May 1 - A sedan hit a woman at Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street. She suffered abrasions. The police report lists no clear driver error. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
A 28-year-old woman walking at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street in Brooklyn was struck by a sedan. She sustained abrasions to her entire body and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved a Florida-registered sedan traveling northeast. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury is noted as 'Injured' with abrasions, and her action at the time is marked as 'Unknown.' No vehicle damage was reported. The police report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
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Bus Crash on Alabama Avenue Injures Two▸May 1 - A bus struck on Alabama Avenue. Driver and passenger hurt. Both suffered back injuries. No pedestrians involved. Streets stay dangerous for all.
A bus crash on Alabama Avenue in Brooklyn left two people injured. According to the police report, a 55-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The bus was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The toll of large vehicles on city streets continues.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
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SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
20
Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
- Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-06
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Pedestrian Injured on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street▸May 4 - A car struck a woman on New Lots Avenue. She suffered a bruised leg but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The system failed to protect her.
A 34-year-old woman walking on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street in Brooklyn was hit and injured. According to the police report, she suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions are specified. The crash left the pedestrian hurt, underscoring the danger that cars pose to people on foot in city streets.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave▸May 4 - A volunteer EMT hit a 19-year-old crossing McDonald Avenue. The crash happened at night. Lights and sirens blared. The young man suffered severe head trauma. Medics rushed him to the hospital. The driver stayed. Police are investigating.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-04), a Hatzolah volunteer EMT driving a smart car struck a 19-year-old pedestrian at McDonald Avenue and Avenue P in Brooklyn around 1:20 a.m. The article states, “The 39-year-old driver was behind the wheel of a smart car for the ambulance service, going north on McDonald Ave., lights and sirens on, when he struck the pedestrian as he was crossing.” The pedestrian suffered critical head injuries and was transported to Maimonides Hospital. The driver remained at the scene. Police are investigating the crash. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, even when emergency vehicles are present. No charges have been filed as of publication.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-04
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SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸May 3 - SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
1
Distracted Drivers Collide on Wortman Avenue▸May 1 - Two sedans crashed head-on in Brooklyn. Three men injured. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Night split by impact. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans traveling straight collided at the intersection of Wortman Avenue and Schenck Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left one driver in shock and another with upper arm injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Linden Blvd▸May 1 - A sedan hit a woman at Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street. She suffered abrasions. The police report lists no clear driver error. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
A 28-year-old woman walking at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street in Brooklyn was struck by a sedan. She sustained abrasions to her entire body and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved a Florida-registered sedan traveling northeast. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury is noted as 'Injured' with abrasions, and her action at the time is marked as 'Unknown.' No vehicle damage was reported. The police report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
1
Bus Crash on Alabama Avenue Injures Two▸May 1 - A bus struck on Alabama Avenue. Driver and passenger hurt. Both suffered back injuries. No pedestrians involved. Streets stay dangerous for all.
A bus crash on Alabama Avenue in Brooklyn left two people injured. According to the police report, a 55-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The bus was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The toll of large vehicles on city streets continues.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
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SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
24
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
20
Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
19
Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
May 4 - A car struck a woman on New Lots Avenue. She suffered a bruised leg but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The system failed to protect her.
A 34-year-old woman walking on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street in Brooklyn was hit and injured. According to the police report, she suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions are specified. The crash left the pedestrian hurt, underscoring the danger that cars pose to people on foot in city streets.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave▸May 4 - A volunteer EMT hit a 19-year-old crossing McDonald Avenue. The crash happened at night. Lights and sirens blared. The young man suffered severe head trauma. Medics rushed him to the hospital. The driver stayed. Police are investigating.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-04), a Hatzolah volunteer EMT driving a smart car struck a 19-year-old pedestrian at McDonald Avenue and Avenue P in Brooklyn around 1:20 a.m. The article states, “The 39-year-old driver was behind the wheel of a smart car for the ambulance service, going north on McDonald Ave., lights and sirens on, when he struck the pedestrian as he was crossing.” The pedestrian suffered critical head injuries and was transported to Maimonides Hospital. The driver remained at the scene. Police are investigating the crash. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, even when emergency vehicles are present. No charges have been filed as of publication.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-04
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SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸May 3 - SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
1
Distracted Drivers Collide on Wortman Avenue▸May 1 - Two sedans crashed head-on in Brooklyn. Three men injured. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Night split by impact. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans traveling straight collided at the intersection of Wortman Avenue and Schenck Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left one driver in shock and another with upper arm injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Linden Blvd▸May 1 - A sedan hit a woman at Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street. She suffered abrasions. The police report lists no clear driver error. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
A 28-year-old woman walking at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street in Brooklyn was struck by a sedan. She sustained abrasions to her entire body and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved a Florida-registered sedan traveling northeast. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury is noted as 'Injured' with abrasions, and her action at the time is marked as 'Unknown.' No vehicle damage was reported. The police report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
1
Bus Crash on Alabama Avenue Injures Two▸May 1 - A bus struck on Alabama Avenue. Driver and passenger hurt. Both suffered back injuries. No pedestrians involved. Streets stay dangerous for all.
A bus crash on Alabama Avenue in Brooklyn left two people injured. According to the police report, a 55-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The bus was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The toll of large vehicles on city streets continues.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
29
SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
28
City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
24
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
23
Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
23
Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
20
Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
19
Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
May 4 - A volunteer EMT hit a 19-year-old crossing McDonald Avenue. The crash happened at night. Lights and sirens blared. The young man suffered severe head trauma. Medics rushed him to the hospital. The driver stayed. Police are investigating.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-04), a Hatzolah volunteer EMT driving a smart car struck a 19-year-old pedestrian at McDonald Avenue and Avenue P in Brooklyn around 1:20 a.m. The article states, “The 39-year-old driver was behind the wheel of a smart car for the ambulance service, going north on McDonald Ave., lights and sirens on, when he struck the pedestrian as he was crossing.” The pedestrian suffered critical head injuries and was transported to Maimonides Hospital. The driver remained at the scene. Police are investigating the crash. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, even when emergency vehicles are present. No charges have been filed as of publication.
- EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-04
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SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸May 3 - SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Wortman Avenue▸May 1 - Two sedans crashed head-on in Brooklyn. Three men injured. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Night split by impact. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans traveling straight collided at the intersection of Wortman Avenue and Schenck Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left one driver in shock and another with upper arm injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Linden Blvd▸May 1 - A sedan hit a woman at Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street. She suffered abrasions. The police report lists no clear driver error. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
A 28-year-old woman walking at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street in Brooklyn was struck by a sedan. She sustained abrasions to her entire body and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved a Florida-registered sedan traveling northeast. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury is noted as 'Injured' with abrasions, and her action at the time is marked as 'Unknown.' No vehicle damage was reported. The police report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
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Bus Crash on Alabama Avenue Injures Two▸May 1 - A bus struck on Alabama Avenue. Driver and passenger hurt. Both suffered back injuries. No pedestrians involved. Streets stay dangerous for all.
A bus crash on Alabama Avenue in Brooklyn left two people injured. According to the police report, a 55-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The bus was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The toll of large vehicles on city streets continues.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
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SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
20
Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
19
Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
May 3 - SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
1
Distracted Drivers Collide on Wortman Avenue▸May 1 - Two sedans crashed head-on in Brooklyn. Three men injured. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Night split by impact. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans traveling straight collided at the intersection of Wortman Avenue and Schenck Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left one driver in shock and another with upper arm injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Linden Blvd▸May 1 - A sedan hit a woman at Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street. She suffered abrasions. The police report lists no clear driver error. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
A 28-year-old woman walking at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street in Brooklyn was struck by a sedan. She sustained abrasions to her entire body and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved a Florida-registered sedan traveling northeast. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury is noted as 'Injured' with abrasions, and her action at the time is marked as 'Unknown.' No vehicle damage was reported. The police report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
1
Bus Crash on Alabama Avenue Injures Two▸May 1 - A bus struck on Alabama Avenue. Driver and passenger hurt. Both suffered back injuries. No pedestrians involved. Streets stay dangerous for all.
A bus crash on Alabama Avenue in Brooklyn left two people injured. According to the police report, a 55-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The bus was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The toll of large vehicles on city streets continues.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
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SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
24
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
20
Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
19
Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
19
E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
May 1 - Two sedans crashed head-on in Brooklyn. Three men injured. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Night split by impact. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans traveling straight collided at the intersection of Wortman Avenue and Schenck Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left one driver in shock and another with upper arm injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Linden Blvd▸May 1 - A sedan hit a woman at Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street. She suffered abrasions. The police report lists no clear driver error. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
A 28-year-old woman walking at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street in Brooklyn was struck by a sedan. She sustained abrasions to her entire body and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved a Florida-registered sedan traveling northeast. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury is noted as 'Injured' with abrasions, and her action at the time is marked as 'Unknown.' No vehicle damage was reported. The police report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
1
Bus Crash on Alabama Avenue Injures Two▸May 1 - A bus struck on Alabama Avenue. Driver and passenger hurt. Both suffered back injuries. No pedestrians involved. Streets stay dangerous for all.
A bus crash on Alabama Avenue in Brooklyn left two people injured. According to the police report, a 55-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The bus was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The toll of large vehicles on city streets continues.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
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SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
28
City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
24
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
23
Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
23
Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
20
Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
19
Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
19
E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
May 1 - A sedan hit a woman at Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street. She suffered abrasions. The police report lists no clear driver error. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
A 28-year-old woman walking at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and Bradford Street in Brooklyn was struck by a sedan. She sustained abrasions to her entire body and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved a Florida-registered sedan traveling northeast. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury is noted as 'Injured' with abrasions, and her action at the time is marked as 'Unknown.' No vehicle damage was reported. The police report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
1
Bus Crash on Alabama Avenue Injures Two▸May 1 - A bus struck on Alabama Avenue. Driver and passenger hurt. Both suffered back injuries. No pedestrians involved. Streets stay dangerous for all.
A bus crash on Alabama Avenue in Brooklyn left two people injured. According to the police report, a 55-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The bus was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The toll of large vehicles on city streets continues.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
29
SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
May 1 - A bus struck on Alabama Avenue. Driver and passenger hurt. Both suffered back injuries. No pedestrians involved. Streets stay dangerous for all.
A bus crash on Alabama Avenue in Brooklyn left two people injured. According to the police report, a 55-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The bus was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The toll of large vehicles on city streets continues.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
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SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
- Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock, New York Post, Published 2025-04-30
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SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash▸Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
19
E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
- City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-28
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Georgia Ave▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
19
Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
Apr 24 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Georgia Ave at Fulton St. The cyclist suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan traveling east on Georgia Ave struck a northbound cyclist at Fulton St. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the neck and suffered abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage, but the cyclist was left hurt. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
20
Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
Apr 23 - A taxi hit a cyclist at Pennsylvania and Stanley. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street left the rider exposed.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at Pennsylvania Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. He was conscious but bruised. The taxi’s front end struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver fault. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed, while the taxi driver and passenger were unhurt.
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Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue, Driver Injured▸Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
Apr 23 - Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Both vehicles damaged. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue at Highland Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, age 55, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a right turn, the other going straight. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged at the bumpers. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
Apr 20 - Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for all.
Two sedans collided at 1340 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were involved. A 31-year-old male driver suffered a head injury. The other two occupants, a 60-year-old woman and an infant, had unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Pick-up Truck U-Turn Injures Brooklyn Passengers▸Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
Apr 19 - A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave struck cars. Three passengers suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Metal and glass scattered. No driver errors listed. Systemic risk remains.
A pick-up truck making a U-turn on Van Siclen Ave at Stanley Ave in Brooklyn collided with multiple vehicles. According to the police report, three passengers—a 24-year-old woman, a 23-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman—were injured, suffering neck contusions and abdominal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Several drivers and occupants were involved, but only passengers sustained reported injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers in dense city streets.
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E-Bike and Sedan Crash on Fulton Street▸Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.
Apr 19 - E-bike and sedan collided on Fulton Street. Two young occupants injured, one with back pain. Police cite driver inexperience. Shock and pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
An e-bike and two sedans collided on Fulton Street near Chestnut Street in Brooklyn. Two people, a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man, suffered injuries. The woman reported back pain and shock. The man, a driver, was also in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the main contributing factor. Both injured persons wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The crash left pain and fear in its wake, underscoring the risks on city streets.