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.
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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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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Mar 13 - A moped driver was ejected and injured in a Brooklyn crash. The 61-year-old man suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. The collision involved a sedan and occurred at night. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors for the moped driver.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 20:31 in Brooklyn involving a moped and a sedan, both traveling south on Highland Place. The moped driver, a 61-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with abrasions. The point of impact was the right side doors of the moped and the center front end of the sedan. The report lists the moped driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' with no clear driver errors or violations cited. The sedan driver details are not provided, and no pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the vulnerability of moped riders in collisions with larger vehicles, especially when ejected and injured severely.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Linden Blvd▸Mar 13 - Two vehicles traveling west on Linden Blvd collided in Brooklyn. Both drivers suffered injuries, including head trauma and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The crash left both vehicles damaged and occupants hurt.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Linden Blvd near Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 11:30 AM. Two vehicles, a 2021 Honda sedan and a 2018 box truck, both traveling west, struck each other. The sedan was impacted on its left rear bumper, sustaining damage to the left front quarter panel, while the truck was hit on its right front bumper. The female sedan driver, age 64, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead when the crash occurred, highlighting systemic risks tied to driver distraction.
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Distracted SUV Driver Crashes Into Another SUV▸Mar 13 - In Brooklyn, two SUVs collided on Liberty Avenue. One driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries, trapped in shock. The crash stemmed from driver inattention, with impact centered on the front and rear quarter panels. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:40 AM involving two sport utility vehicles traveling north and west. The driver of the northbound SUV, a 51-year-old man, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and complained of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the northbound SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the westbound SUV. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision highlights the systemic danger posed by driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle crashes.
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Two Sedans Slam Together on Miller Ave▸Mar 9 - Two sedans crashed at Miller and Liberty in Brooklyn. One driver, age 58, suffered back injury and whiplash. Both cars were parked before impact. Police list unspecified factors. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Miller Ave and Liberty Ave in Brooklyn at 11:30 AM. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. The driver of one sedan, a 58-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The report lists 'unspecified' contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the center front of one sedan and the left front quarter of the other. Only the driver was hurt. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Moped Rider Thrown After Striking Parked SUV▸Mar 9 - A moped slammed into a parked SUV on Hale Avenue. The rider, helmeted, was hurled onto the street, unconscious and bleeding from the head. The crushed bike lay silent, the night marked by distraction and speed.
A violent crash unfolded on Hale Avenue near Etna Street in Brooklyn when a moped collided with a parked SUV. According to the police report, the 31-year-old moped rider was ejected from his vehicle, struck his head, and was found unconscious and bleeding. The report notes the rider was wearing a helmet. The moped was left demolished at the scene. Police attribute the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' explicitly listing distraction as the contributing factor. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The SUV was parked and unoccupied at the time. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention, as documented in the official report.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 8 - A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
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SUVs Collide Head-On Highland Place Brooklyn▸Mar 7 - Two SUVs crashed head-on on Highland Place. A woman behind the wheel suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs traveling south on Highland Place in Brooklyn collided, striking each other's front quarter panels. The 44-year-old female driver of one SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The male driver of the other SUV was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not cite explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Sedan Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Mar 7 - A 4-year-old girl suffered upper arm contusions after a sedan made a right turn and struck her in a marked crosswalk. The collision occurred at a Brooklyn intersection, highlighting driver failure to yield to a crossing pedestrian.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Hinsdale Street made a right turn and struck a 4-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk at the intersection with Atlantic Avenue. The child sustained contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper. The report lists no contributing factors from the pedestrian but notes unspecified contributing factors overall. The driver’s action of making a right turn without yielding to the pedestrian in the crosswalk was the critical error leading to the collision. No information on driver license status or other vehicle occupants was provided.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Signal▸Mar 5 - A sedan turning right on Liberty Ave hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street failed her, not her actions.
According to the police report, at 19:31 on Liberty Avenue at Eldert Lane, a 2012 Nissan sedan made a right turn and struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor. The vehicle's center front end hit the pedestrian, damaging the right front bumper. The woman was conscious and following crossing signals. The crash underscores the danger posed by distracted drivers at intersections, even when pedestrians obey signals.
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old Crossing Against Signal▸Mar 3 - A 13-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck him on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn. The driver, traveling east, impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The boy was in shock but had no visible complaints.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn struck a 13-year-old male pedestrian at 7:20 AM. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, causing injuries to the boy's knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of the collision. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. The boy was in shock and sustained injury severity level 3, with no visible complaints recorded. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg▸Mar 3 - A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. It struck a man crouched in the road. The driver fled. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. Police are still investigating. Brooklyn’s streets claim more lives. The toll grows.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was 'crouched in the street to pick up food' when the northbound truck turned right and hit him, according to NYPD officials. The driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The article notes this crash followed two other recent fatal collisions in Brooklyn. The incident underscores persistent dangers for pedestrians and ongoing issues with drivers leaving crash scenes. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 13 - A moped driver was ejected and injured in a Brooklyn crash. The 61-year-old man suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. The collision involved a sedan and occurred at night. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors for the moped driver.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 20:31 in Brooklyn involving a moped and a sedan, both traveling south on Highland Place. The moped driver, a 61-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with abrasions. The point of impact was the right side doors of the moped and the center front end of the sedan. The report lists the moped driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' with no clear driver errors or violations cited. The sedan driver details are not provided, and no pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the vulnerability of moped riders in collisions with larger vehicles, especially when ejected and injured severely.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Linden Blvd▸Mar 13 - Two vehicles traveling west on Linden Blvd collided in Brooklyn. Both drivers suffered injuries, including head trauma and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The crash left both vehicles damaged and occupants hurt.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Linden Blvd near Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 11:30 AM. Two vehicles, a 2021 Honda sedan and a 2018 box truck, both traveling west, struck each other. The sedan was impacted on its left rear bumper, sustaining damage to the left front quarter panel, while the truck was hit on its right front bumper. The female sedan driver, age 64, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead when the crash occurred, highlighting systemic risks tied to driver distraction.
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Distracted SUV Driver Crashes Into Another SUV▸Mar 13 - In Brooklyn, two SUVs collided on Liberty Avenue. One driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries, trapped in shock. The crash stemmed from driver inattention, with impact centered on the front and rear quarter panels. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:40 AM involving two sport utility vehicles traveling north and west. The driver of the northbound SUV, a 51-year-old man, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and complained of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the northbound SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the westbound SUV. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision highlights the systemic danger posed by driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle crashes.
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Two Sedans Slam Together on Miller Ave▸Mar 9 - Two sedans crashed at Miller and Liberty in Brooklyn. One driver, age 58, suffered back injury and whiplash. Both cars were parked before impact. Police list unspecified factors. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Miller Ave and Liberty Ave in Brooklyn at 11:30 AM. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. The driver of one sedan, a 58-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The report lists 'unspecified' contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the center front of one sedan and the left front quarter of the other. Only the driver was hurt. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Moped Rider Thrown After Striking Parked SUV▸Mar 9 - A moped slammed into a parked SUV on Hale Avenue. The rider, helmeted, was hurled onto the street, unconscious and bleeding from the head. The crushed bike lay silent, the night marked by distraction and speed.
A violent crash unfolded on Hale Avenue near Etna Street in Brooklyn when a moped collided with a parked SUV. According to the police report, the 31-year-old moped rider was ejected from his vehicle, struck his head, and was found unconscious and bleeding. The report notes the rider was wearing a helmet. The moped was left demolished at the scene. Police attribute the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' explicitly listing distraction as the contributing factor. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The SUV was parked and unoccupied at the time. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention, as documented in the official report.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 8 - A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
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SUVs Collide Head-On Highland Place Brooklyn▸Mar 7 - Two SUVs crashed head-on on Highland Place. A woman behind the wheel suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs traveling south on Highland Place in Brooklyn collided, striking each other's front quarter panels. The 44-year-old female driver of one SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The male driver of the other SUV was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not cite explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Sedan Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Mar 7 - A 4-year-old girl suffered upper arm contusions after a sedan made a right turn and struck her in a marked crosswalk. The collision occurred at a Brooklyn intersection, highlighting driver failure to yield to a crossing pedestrian.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Hinsdale Street made a right turn and struck a 4-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk at the intersection with Atlantic Avenue. The child sustained contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper. The report lists no contributing factors from the pedestrian but notes unspecified contributing factors overall. The driver’s action of making a right turn without yielding to the pedestrian in the crosswalk was the critical error leading to the collision. No information on driver license status or other vehicle occupants was provided.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Signal▸Mar 5 - A sedan turning right on Liberty Ave hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street failed her, not her actions.
According to the police report, at 19:31 on Liberty Avenue at Eldert Lane, a 2012 Nissan sedan made a right turn and struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor. The vehicle's center front end hit the pedestrian, damaging the right front bumper. The woman was conscious and following crossing signals. The crash underscores the danger posed by distracted drivers at intersections, even when pedestrians obey signals.
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old Crossing Against Signal▸Mar 3 - A 13-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck him on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn. The driver, traveling east, impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The boy was in shock but had no visible complaints.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn struck a 13-year-old male pedestrian at 7:20 AM. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, causing injuries to the boy's knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of the collision. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. The boy was in shock and sustained injury severity level 3, with no visible complaints recorded. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg▸Mar 3 - A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. It struck a man crouched in the road. The driver fled. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. Police are still investigating. Brooklyn’s streets claim more lives. The toll grows.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was 'crouched in the street to pick up food' when the northbound truck turned right and hit him, according to NYPD officials. The driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The article notes this crash followed two other recent fatal collisions in Brooklyn. The incident underscores persistent dangers for pedestrians and ongoing issues with drivers leaving crash scenes. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 13 - Two vehicles traveling west on Linden Blvd collided in Brooklyn. Both drivers suffered injuries, including head trauma and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The crash left both vehicles damaged and occupants hurt.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Linden Blvd near Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 11:30 AM. Two vehicles, a 2021 Honda sedan and a 2018 box truck, both traveling west, struck each other. The sedan was impacted on its left rear bumper, sustaining damage to the left front quarter panel, while the truck was hit on its right front bumper. The female sedan driver, age 64, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead when the crash occurred, highlighting systemic risks tied to driver distraction.
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Distracted SUV Driver Crashes Into Another SUV▸Mar 13 - In Brooklyn, two SUVs collided on Liberty Avenue. One driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries, trapped in shock. The crash stemmed from driver inattention, with impact centered on the front and rear quarter panels. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:40 AM involving two sport utility vehicles traveling north and west. The driver of the northbound SUV, a 51-year-old man, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and complained of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the northbound SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the westbound SUV. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision highlights the systemic danger posed by driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle crashes.
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Two Sedans Slam Together on Miller Ave▸Mar 9 - Two sedans crashed at Miller and Liberty in Brooklyn. One driver, age 58, suffered back injury and whiplash. Both cars were parked before impact. Police list unspecified factors. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Miller Ave and Liberty Ave in Brooklyn at 11:30 AM. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. The driver of one sedan, a 58-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The report lists 'unspecified' contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the center front of one sedan and the left front quarter of the other. Only the driver was hurt. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Moped Rider Thrown After Striking Parked SUV▸Mar 9 - A moped slammed into a parked SUV on Hale Avenue. The rider, helmeted, was hurled onto the street, unconscious and bleeding from the head. The crushed bike lay silent, the night marked by distraction and speed.
A violent crash unfolded on Hale Avenue near Etna Street in Brooklyn when a moped collided with a parked SUV. According to the police report, the 31-year-old moped rider was ejected from his vehicle, struck his head, and was found unconscious and bleeding. The report notes the rider was wearing a helmet. The moped was left demolished at the scene. Police attribute the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' explicitly listing distraction as the contributing factor. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The SUV was parked and unoccupied at the time. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention, as documented in the official report.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 8 - A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
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SUVs Collide Head-On Highland Place Brooklyn▸Mar 7 - Two SUVs crashed head-on on Highland Place. A woman behind the wheel suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs traveling south on Highland Place in Brooklyn collided, striking each other's front quarter panels. The 44-year-old female driver of one SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The male driver of the other SUV was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not cite explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Sedan Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Mar 7 - A 4-year-old girl suffered upper arm contusions after a sedan made a right turn and struck her in a marked crosswalk. The collision occurred at a Brooklyn intersection, highlighting driver failure to yield to a crossing pedestrian.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Hinsdale Street made a right turn and struck a 4-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk at the intersection with Atlantic Avenue. The child sustained contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper. The report lists no contributing factors from the pedestrian but notes unspecified contributing factors overall. The driver’s action of making a right turn without yielding to the pedestrian in the crosswalk was the critical error leading to the collision. No information on driver license status or other vehicle occupants was provided.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Signal▸Mar 5 - A sedan turning right on Liberty Ave hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street failed her, not her actions.
According to the police report, at 19:31 on Liberty Avenue at Eldert Lane, a 2012 Nissan sedan made a right turn and struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor. The vehicle's center front end hit the pedestrian, damaging the right front bumper. The woman was conscious and following crossing signals. The crash underscores the danger posed by distracted drivers at intersections, even when pedestrians obey signals.
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old Crossing Against Signal▸Mar 3 - A 13-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck him on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn. The driver, traveling east, impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The boy was in shock but had no visible complaints.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn struck a 13-year-old male pedestrian at 7:20 AM. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, causing injuries to the boy's knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of the collision. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. The boy was in shock and sustained injury severity level 3, with no visible complaints recorded. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg▸Mar 3 - A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. It struck a man crouched in the road. The driver fled. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. Police are still investigating. Brooklyn’s streets claim more lives. The toll grows.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was 'crouched in the street to pick up food' when the northbound truck turned right and hit him, according to NYPD officials. The driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The article notes this crash followed two other recent fatal collisions in Brooklyn. The incident underscores persistent dangers for pedestrians and ongoing issues with drivers leaving crash scenes. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 13 - In Brooklyn, two SUVs collided on Liberty Avenue. One driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries, trapped in shock. The crash stemmed from driver inattention, with impact centered on the front and rear quarter panels. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:40 AM involving two sport utility vehicles traveling north and west. The driver of the northbound SUV, a 51-year-old man, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and complained of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the northbound SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the westbound SUV. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision highlights the systemic danger posed by driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle crashes.
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Two Sedans Slam Together on Miller Ave▸Mar 9 - Two sedans crashed at Miller and Liberty in Brooklyn. One driver, age 58, suffered back injury and whiplash. Both cars were parked before impact. Police list unspecified factors. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Miller Ave and Liberty Ave in Brooklyn at 11:30 AM. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. The driver of one sedan, a 58-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The report lists 'unspecified' contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the center front of one sedan and the left front quarter of the other. Only the driver was hurt. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Moped Rider Thrown After Striking Parked SUV▸Mar 9 - A moped slammed into a parked SUV on Hale Avenue. The rider, helmeted, was hurled onto the street, unconscious and bleeding from the head. The crushed bike lay silent, the night marked by distraction and speed.
A violent crash unfolded on Hale Avenue near Etna Street in Brooklyn when a moped collided with a parked SUV. According to the police report, the 31-year-old moped rider was ejected from his vehicle, struck his head, and was found unconscious and bleeding. The report notes the rider was wearing a helmet. The moped was left demolished at the scene. Police attribute the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' explicitly listing distraction as the contributing factor. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The SUV was parked and unoccupied at the time. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention, as documented in the official report.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 8 - A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
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SUVs Collide Head-On Highland Place Brooklyn▸Mar 7 - Two SUVs crashed head-on on Highland Place. A woman behind the wheel suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs traveling south on Highland Place in Brooklyn collided, striking each other's front quarter panels. The 44-year-old female driver of one SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The male driver of the other SUV was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not cite explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Sedan Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Mar 7 - A 4-year-old girl suffered upper arm contusions after a sedan made a right turn and struck her in a marked crosswalk. The collision occurred at a Brooklyn intersection, highlighting driver failure to yield to a crossing pedestrian.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Hinsdale Street made a right turn and struck a 4-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk at the intersection with Atlantic Avenue. The child sustained contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper. The report lists no contributing factors from the pedestrian but notes unspecified contributing factors overall. The driver’s action of making a right turn without yielding to the pedestrian in the crosswalk was the critical error leading to the collision. No information on driver license status or other vehicle occupants was provided.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Signal▸Mar 5 - A sedan turning right on Liberty Ave hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street failed her, not her actions.
According to the police report, at 19:31 on Liberty Avenue at Eldert Lane, a 2012 Nissan sedan made a right turn and struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor. The vehicle's center front end hit the pedestrian, damaging the right front bumper. The woman was conscious and following crossing signals. The crash underscores the danger posed by distracted drivers at intersections, even when pedestrians obey signals.
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old Crossing Against Signal▸Mar 3 - A 13-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck him on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn. The driver, traveling east, impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The boy was in shock but had no visible complaints.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn struck a 13-year-old male pedestrian at 7:20 AM. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, causing injuries to the boy's knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of the collision. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. The boy was in shock and sustained injury severity level 3, with no visible complaints recorded. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg▸Mar 3 - A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. It struck a man crouched in the road. The driver fled. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. Police are still investigating. Brooklyn’s streets claim more lives. The toll grows.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was 'crouched in the street to pick up food' when the northbound truck turned right and hit him, according to NYPD officials. The driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The article notes this crash followed two other recent fatal collisions in Brooklyn. The incident underscores persistent dangers for pedestrians and ongoing issues with drivers leaving crash scenes. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
1
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
16
BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 9 - Two sedans crashed at Miller and Liberty in Brooklyn. One driver, age 58, suffered back injury and whiplash. Both cars were parked before impact. Police list unspecified factors. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Miller Ave and Liberty Ave in Brooklyn at 11:30 AM. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. The driver of one sedan, a 58-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The report lists 'unspecified' contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the center front of one sedan and the left front quarter of the other. Only the driver was hurt. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Moped Rider Thrown After Striking Parked SUV▸Mar 9 - A moped slammed into a parked SUV on Hale Avenue. The rider, helmeted, was hurled onto the street, unconscious and bleeding from the head. The crushed bike lay silent, the night marked by distraction and speed.
A violent crash unfolded on Hale Avenue near Etna Street in Brooklyn when a moped collided with a parked SUV. According to the police report, the 31-year-old moped rider was ejected from his vehicle, struck his head, and was found unconscious and bleeding. The report notes the rider was wearing a helmet. The moped was left demolished at the scene. Police attribute the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' explicitly listing distraction as the contributing factor. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The SUV was parked and unoccupied at the time. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention, as documented in the official report.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 8 - A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
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SUVs Collide Head-On Highland Place Brooklyn▸Mar 7 - Two SUVs crashed head-on on Highland Place. A woman behind the wheel suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs traveling south on Highland Place in Brooklyn collided, striking each other's front quarter panels. The 44-year-old female driver of one SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The male driver of the other SUV was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not cite explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Sedan Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Mar 7 - A 4-year-old girl suffered upper arm contusions after a sedan made a right turn and struck her in a marked crosswalk. The collision occurred at a Brooklyn intersection, highlighting driver failure to yield to a crossing pedestrian.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Hinsdale Street made a right turn and struck a 4-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk at the intersection with Atlantic Avenue. The child sustained contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper. The report lists no contributing factors from the pedestrian but notes unspecified contributing factors overall. The driver’s action of making a right turn without yielding to the pedestrian in the crosswalk was the critical error leading to the collision. No information on driver license status or other vehicle occupants was provided.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Signal▸Mar 5 - A sedan turning right on Liberty Ave hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street failed her, not her actions.
According to the police report, at 19:31 on Liberty Avenue at Eldert Lane, a 2012 Nissan sedan made a right turn and struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor. The vehicle's center front end hit the pedestrian, damaging the right front bumper. The woman was conscious and following crossing signals. The crash underscores the danger posed by distracted drivers at intersections, even when pedestrians obey signals.
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old Crossing Against Signal▸Mar 3 - A 13-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck him on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn. The driver, traveling east, impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The boy was in shock but had no visible complaints.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn struck a 13-year-old male pedestrian at 7:20 AM. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, causing injuries to the boy's knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of the collision. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. The boy was in shock and sustained injury severity level 3, with no visible complaints recorded. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg▸Mar 3 - A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. It struck a man crouched in the road. The driver fled. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. Police are still investigating. Brooklyn’s streets claim more lives. The toll grows.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was 'crouched in the street to pick up food' when the northbound truck turned right and hit him, according to NYPD officials. The driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The article notes this crash followed two other recent fatal collisions in Brooklyn. The incident underscores persistent dangers for pedestrians and ongoing issues with drivers leaving crash scenes. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
1
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
24
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
16
BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 9 - A moped slammed into a parked SUV on Hale Avenue. The rider, helmeted, was hurled onto the street, unconscious and bleeding from the head. The crushed bike lay silent, the night marked by distraction and speed.
A violent crash unfolded on Hale Avenue near Etna Street in Brooklyn when a moped collided with a parked SUV. According to the police report, the 31-year-old moped rider was ejected from his vehicle, struck his head, and was found unconscious and bleeding. The report notes the rider was wearing a helmet. The moped was left demolished at the scene. Police attribute the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' explicitly listing distraction as the contributing factor. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The SUV was parked and unoccupied at the time. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention, as documented in the official report.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 8 - A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
7
SUVs Collide Head-On Highland Place Brooklyn▸Mar 7 - Two SUVs crashed head-on on Highland Place. A woman behind the wheel suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs traveling south on Highland Place in Brooklyn collided, striking each other's front quarter panels. The 44-year-old female driver of one SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The male driver of the other SUV was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not cite explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
7
Sedan Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Mar 7 - A 4-year-old girl suffered upper arm contusions after a sedan made a right turn and struck her in a marked crosswalk. The collision occurred at a Brooklyn intersection, highlighting driver failure to yield to a crossing pedestrian.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Hinsdale Street made a right turn and struck a 4-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk at the intersection with Atlantic Avenue. The child sustained contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper. The report lists no contributing factors from the pedestrian but notes unspecified contributing factors overall. The driver’s action of making a right turn without yielding to the pedestrian in the crosswalk was the critical error leading to the collision. No information on driver license status or other vehicle occupants was provided.
5
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Signal▸Mar 5 - A sedan turning right on Liberty Ave hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street failed her, not her actions.
According to the police report, at 19:31 on Liberty Avenue at Eldert Lane, a 2012 Nissan sedan made a right turn and struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor. The vehicle's center front end hit the pedestrian, damaging the right front bumper. The woman was conscious and following crossing signals. The crash underscores the danger posed by distracted drivers at intersections, even when pedestrians obey signals.
3
Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old Crossing Against Signal▸Mar 3 - A 13-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck him on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn. The driver, traveling east, impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The boy was in shock but had no visible complaints.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn struck a 13-year-old male pedestrian at 7:20 AM. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, causing injuries to the boy's knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of the collision. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. The boy was in shock and sustained injury severity level 3, with no visible complaints recorded. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg▸Mar 3 - A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. It struck a man crouched in the road. The driver fled. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. Police are still investigating. Brooklyn’s streets claim more lives. The toll grows.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was 'crouched in the street to pick up food' when the northbound truck turned right and hit him, according to NYPD officials. The driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The article notes this crash followed two other recent fatal collisions in Brooklyn. The incident underscores persistent dangers for pedestrians and ongoing issues with drivers leaving crash scenes. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 8 - A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
- Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-08
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SUVs Collide Head-On Highland Place Brooklyn▸Mar 7 - Two SUVs crashed head-on on Highland Place. A woman behind the wheel suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs traveling south on Highland Place in Brooklyn collided, striking each other's front quarter panels. The 44-year-old female driver of one SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The male driver of the other SUV was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not cite explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Sedan Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Mar 7 - A 4-year-old girl suffered upper arm contusions after a sedan made a right turn and struck her in a marked crosswalk. The collision occurred at a Brooklyn intersection, highlighting driver failure to yield to a crossing pedestrian.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Hinsdale Street made a right turn and struck a 4-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk at the intersection with Atlantic Avenue. The child sustained contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper. The report lists no contributing factors from the pedestrian but notes unspecified contributing factors overall. The driver’s action of making a right turn without yielding to the pedestrian in the crosswalk was the critical error leading to the collision. No information on driver license status or other vehicle occupants was provided.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Signal▸Mar 5 - A sedan turning right on Liberty Ave hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street failed her, not her actions.
According to the police report, at 19:31 on Liberty Avenue at Eldert Lane, a 2012 Nissan sedan made a right turn and struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor. The vehicle's center front end hit the pedestrian, damaging the right front bumper. The woman was conscious and following crossing signals. The crash underscores the danger posed by distracted drivers at intersections, even when pedestrians obey signals.
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old Crossing Against Signal▸Mar 3 - A 13-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck him on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn. The driver, traveling east, impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The boy was in shock but had no visible complaints.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn struck a 13-year-old male pedestrian at 7:20 AM. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, causing injuries to the boy's knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of the collision. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. The boy was in shock and sustained injury severity level 3, with no visible complaints recorded. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg▸Mar 3 - A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. It struck a man crouched in the road. The driver fled. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. Police are still investigating. Brooklyn’s streets claim more lives. The toll grows.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was 'crouched in the street to pick up food' when the northbound truck turned right and hit him, according to NYPD officials. The driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The article notes this crash followed two other recent fatal collisions in Brooklyn. The incident underscores persistent dangers for pedestrians and ongoing issues with drivers leaving crash scenes. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 7 - Two SUVs crashed head-on on Highland Place. A woman behind the wheel suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs traveling south on Highland Place in Brooklyn collided, striking each other's front quarter panels. The 44-year-old female driver of one SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The male driver of the other SUV was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not cite explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Sedan Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Mar 7 - A 4-year-old girl suffered upper arm contusions after a sedan made a right turn and struck her in a marked crosswalk. The collision occurred at a Brooklyn intersection, highlighting driver failure to yield to a crossing pedestrian.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Hinsdale Street made a right turn and struck a 4-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk at the intersection with Atlantic Avenue. The child sustained contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper. The report lists no contributing factors from the pedestrian but notes unspecified contributing factors overall. The driver’s action of making a right turn without yielding to the pedestrian in the crosswalk was the critical error leading to the collision. No information on driver license status or other vehicle occupants was provided.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Signal▸Mar 5 - A sedan turning right on Liberty Ave hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street failed her, not her actions.
According to the police report, at 19:31 on Liberty Avenue at Eldert Lane, a 2012 Nissan sedan made a right turn and struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor. The vehicle's center front end hit the pedestrian, damaging the right front bumper. The woman was conscious and following crossing signals. The crash underscores the danger posed by distracted drivers at intersections, even when pedestrians obey signals.
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old Crossing Against Signal▸Mar 3 - A 13-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck him on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn. The driver, traveling east, impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The boy was in shock but had no visible complaints.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn struck a 13-year-old male pedestrian at 7:20 AM. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, causing injuries to the boy's knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of the collision. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. The boy was in shock and sustained injury severity level 3, with no visible complaints recorded. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg▸Mar 3 - A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. It struck a man crouched in the road. The driver fled. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. Police are still investigating. Brooklyn’s streets claim more lives. The toll grows.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was 'crouched in the street to pick up food' when the northbound truck turned right and hit him, according to NYPD officials. The driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The article notes this crash followed two other recent fatal collisions in Brooklyn. The incident underscores persistent dangers for pedestrians and ongoing issues with drivers leaving crash scenes. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
1
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
16
BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 7 - A 4-year-old girl suffered upper arm contusions after a sedan made a right turn and struck her in a marked crosswalk. The collision occurred at a Brooklyn intersection, highlighting driver failure to yield to a crossing pedestrian.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Hinsdale Street made a right turn and struck a 4-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk at the intersection with Atlantic Avenue. The child sustained contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper. The report lists no contributing factors from the pedestrian but notes unspecified contributing factors overall. The driver’s action of making a right turn without yielding to the pedestrian in the crosswalk was the critical error leading to the collision. No information on driver license status or other vehicle occupants was provided.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Signal▸Mar 5 - A sedan turning right on Liberty Ave hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street failed her, not her actions.
According to the police report, at 19:31 on Liberty Avenue at Eldert Lane, a 2012 Nissan sedan made a right turn and struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor. The vehicle's center front end hit the pedestrian, damaging the right front bumper. The woman was conscious and following crossing signals. The crash underscores the danger posed by distracted drivers at intersections, even when pedestrians obey signals.
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old Crossing Against Signal▸Mar 3 - A 13-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck him on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn. The driver, traveling east, impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The boy was in shock but had no visible complaints.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn struck a 13-year-old male pedestrian at 7:20 AM. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, causing injuries to the boy's knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of the collision. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. The boy was in shock and sustained injury severity level 3, with no visible complaints recorded. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper.
3
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg▸Mar 3 - A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. It struck a man crouched in the road. The driver fled. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. Police are still investigating. Brooklyn’s streets claim more lives. The toll grows.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was 'crouched in the street to pick up food' when the northbound truck turned right and hit him, according to NYPD officials. The driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The article notes this crash followed two other recent fatal collisions in Brooklyn. The incident underscores persistent dangers for pedestrians and ongoing issues with drivers leaving crash scenes. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
1
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
24
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
22
Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
18
BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
16
BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 5 - A sedan turning right on Liberty Ave hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street failed her, not her actions.
According to the police report, at 19:31 on Liberty Avenue at Eldert Lane, a 2012 Nissan sedan made a right turn and struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor. The vehicle's center front end hit the pedestrian, damaging the right front bumper. The woman was conscious and following crossing signals. The crash underscores the danger posed by distracted drivers at intersections, even when pedestrians obey signals.
3
Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old Crossing Against Signal▸Mar 3 - A 13-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck him on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn. The driver, traveling east, impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The boy was in shock but had no visible complaints.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn struck a 13-year-old male pedestrian at 7:20 AM. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, causing injuries to the boy's knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of the collision. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. The boy was in shock and sustained injury severity level 3, with no visible complaints recorded. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper.
3
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg▸Mar 3 - A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. It struck a man crouched in the road. The driver fled. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. Police are still investigating. Brooklyn’s streets claim more lives. The toll grows.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was 'crouched in the street to pick up food' when the northbound truck turned right and hit him, according to NYPD officials. The driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The article notes this crash followed two other recent fatal collisions in Brooklyn. The incident underscores persistent dangers for pedestrians and ongoing issues with drivers leaving crash scenes. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
1
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
24
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
23
Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
23
Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
22
Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
18
BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
16
BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 3 - A 13-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck him on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn. The driver, traveling east, impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The boy was in shock but had no visible complaints.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn struck a 13-year-old male pedestrian at 7:20 AM. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, causing injuries to the boy's knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of the collision. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. The boy was in shock and sustained injury severity level 3, with no visible complaints recorded. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper.
3
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg▸Mar 3 - A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. It struck a man crouched in the road. The driver fled. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. Police are still investigating. Brooklyn’s streets claim more lives. The toll grows.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was 'crouched in the street to pick up food' when the northbound truck turned right and hit him, according to NYPD officials. The driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The article notes this crash followed two other recent fatal collisions in Brooklyn. The incident underscores persistent dangers for pedestrians and ongoing issues with drivers leaving crash scenes. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
1
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
24
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
23
Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 3 - A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. It struck a man crouched in the road. The driver fled. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. Police are still investigating. Brooklyn’s streets claim more lives. The toll grows.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was 'crouched in the street to pick up food' when the northbound truck turned right and hit him, according to NYPD officials. The driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The article notes this crash followed two other recent fatal collisions in Brooklyn. The incident underscores persistent dangers for pedestrians and ongoing issues with drivers leaving crash scenes. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace.
- Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian In Williamsburg, Gothamist, Published 2025-03-03
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
16
BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
- Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-02
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
16
BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Mar 1 - A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
- Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-01
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
23
Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
23
Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
22
Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
18
BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
16
BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Feb 24 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, traveling east, had limited view obstructed. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock but no visible complaints were reported.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Dumont Ave and Miller Ave in Brooklyn around 4:10 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2019 Hyundai sedan traveling eastbound, had a limited view obstructed, which was cited as a contributing factor. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, though no visible complaints were noted. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
23
Sedans Slam on Liberty Avenue Brooklyn▸Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
23
Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
22
Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Feb 23 - Two sedans crashed on Liberty Avenue. Metal tore. Three people hurt. Backs and shoulders slammed. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets stained by driver error.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:20 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. Three occupants—a 27-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 64-year-old woman—were injured. All suffered abrasions and trauma to the back or shoulder. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. No victim actions contributed. The crash left deep damage on the left side doors and front ends, marking the force of the collision.
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Taxi and Van Collide on Glenmore Avenue▸Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Feb 23 - A taxi and a van collided head-on at Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. The crash unfolded during morning hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:15 AM on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2019 taxi traveling west and a 2015 van traveling south. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead when the collision happened. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the van was damaged on its left rear quarter panel. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors explicitly. The collision highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle interactions on city streets, with impact concentrated on the left sides of both vehicles.
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Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Reversing BMW▸Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
16
BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Feb 22 - A 75-year-old woman crossing Van Siclen Ave was struck by a BMW backing into a parked position. The vehicle hit her center back end, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Van Siclen Ave in Brooklyn at 1:30 PM. The BMW, traveling north and entering a parked position, struck her with its center back end. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The incident highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to safely back their vehicles, resulting in harm to vulnerable road users.
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street▸Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
16
BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Feb 21 - A sedan traveling east on Warwick Street struck a southbound bicyclist, ejecting him and causing serious leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control, leading to a violent collision that overturned the bike and bruised the rider’s lower body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:19 on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, collided with a bicyclist moving south. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end, which struck the bicyclist, causing the bike to overturn and ejecting the 30-year-old male rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as serious (3). The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe harm to vulnerable road users.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
16
BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
- BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway, NY Daily News, Published 2025-02-18
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.