Crash Count for Precinct 75
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 8,805
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 5,282
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 919
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 54
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 15
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 31, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 75?

Fifteen Dead, Still No Action: Who Pays for City Hall’s Silence?

Fifteen Dead, Still No Action: Who Pays for City Hall’s Silence?

Precinct 75: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 6, 2025

Death on the Streets

In Precinct 75, the numbers do not lie. Fifteen people have died on these streets since 2022. Fifty-four more have been seriously injured. Most never make the news. Their stories end at the curb, in the crosswalk, or on the hood of a car.

Just last month, a 21-year-old was killed by a sedan while crossing at Gateway Drive. The driver was distracted and speeding. The crash report lists the cause as “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Unsafe Speed”. There is no comfort in the paperwork. Only a name, a time, and a body.

Patterns That Do Not Change

The violence is not random. SUVs and cars are the main killers—eight deaths, over 700 injuries. Trucks and buses add more. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes leave their own scars. The victims are young and old. Some are children. Some are just trying to get home.

The police know where it happens. They know the corners and the hours. They have the power to act. They can enforce the speed limit. They can ticket drivers who fail to yield. They can stand at the places where people die and say, Not here. Not again.

Leadership: Promises and Silence

Local leaders have the tools. The city can lower speed limits. The precinct can crack down on reckless driving. But the bodies keep coming. The numbers rise. The silence is heavy.

“We wait until someone dies. We wait until a tragedy. We wait to say, ‘oh my gosh, how could this possibly have happened?’ We let this happen time and time again.” The waiting is the policy. The cost is paid in blood.

What You Can Do

This is not fate. This is failure. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand action. Demand enforcement. Demand streets where children can cross without fear. Every day of waiting is another day someone does not come home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 75 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Brooklyn, city council district District 42, assembly district AD 54 and state senate district SD 18.
Which areas are in Precinct 75?
It includes the Cypress Hills, East New York (North), East New York-New Lots, Spring Creek-Starrett City, East New York-City Line, Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (South), Shirley Chisholm State Park, and Brooklyn CB5 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 37 and District 42, Assembly Districts AD 54 and AD 60, and State Senate Districts SD 18 and SD 19.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 75?
SUVs and Cars: 8 deaths, 553 minor injuries, 140 moderate injuries, 9 serious injuries (total 710). Trucks and Buses: 0 deaths, 37 minor injuries, 14 moderate injuries, 4 serious injuries (total 55). Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 13 minor injuries, 4 moderate injuries, 1 serious injury (total 18). Bikes: 0 deaths, 7 minor injuries, 2 moderate injuries, 1 serious injury (total 10).
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 75 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and respond to dangerous conditions. They can issue tickets for speeding and failure to yield. They can target known crash hotspots and stand where people die. They have the tools. They just need to use them.
Are these crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
These deaths and injuries are not random. They happen in patterns, at known places, for known reasons—speed, distraction, failure to yield. They can be prevented with enforcement and safer street design.
What can local politicians do?
They can lower speed limits, fund street redesigns, and demand enforcement. They can listen to residents and act before the next tragedy. Waiting is a choice.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Other Representatives

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

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

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

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

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 75

Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash

A 19-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg contusions after a sedan made a left turn in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors without vehicle damage or driver license issues.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured in Brooklyn at 528 Gateway Drive when a 2024 Toyota sedan, traveling southwest, made a left turn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as moderate. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the vehicle with two occupants. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The pedestrian's actions were noted as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' There is no mention of driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, nor any victim behaviors contributing to the crash. The focus remains on the collision caused during the vehicle's left turn maneuver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757891 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
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SUVs Crash on Liberty Avenue, Two Hurt

Two SUVs slammed together on Liberty Avenue. A driver and passenger took blows to head and back. Both left in shock. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash. Metal bent. Lives jarred.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:17 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. The first SUV, a 2023 Volkswagen, was making a left turn when it was struck on the right side doors by a southbound 2002 Toyota SUV. The impact hit the right front bumper of the Toyota. A 28-year-old woman driving and a 29-year-old woman in the passenger seat suffered whiplash, head, and back injuries. Both were reported in shock. The police report cites failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. No victim actions were listed as causes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757683 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger on Elton Street

A sedan slammed into another car’s rear in Brooklyn. A 71-year-old woman in the front seat took the hit. Neck pain. Whiplash. Driver distraction caused the crash. The street stayed loud. She stayed conscious.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Elton Street in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle. The crash left a 71-year-old female passenger injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious at the scene and not ejected from the car. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factor. The impact struck the center back end of the sedan, causing visible damage. No other contributing factors or victim actions are cited in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757667 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Slams Cyclist on Hinsdale Street in Brooklyn

Steel struck flesh on Hinsdale Street. An SUV’s bumper smashed into a 72-year-old man pedaling north. His hip shattered. Blood streaked the pavement. He stayed conscious, staring skyward as the city thundered past.

A 72-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Hinsdale Street near 617 was struck by a southbound SUV, according to the police report. The collision occurred at 12:18 p.m. in Brooklyn. The report describes, 'Steel met flesh. His hip shattered. Blood slicked the asphalt. The bumper bent. He stayed awake, staring up at the sky.' The cyclist suffered severe lacerations and a broken hip but remained conscious at the scene. The SUV’s left front bumper bore the impact. Both vehicles were reported as traveling straight ahead before the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' providing no further detail on driver actions or errors. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the violent impact between the SUV and the vulnerable cyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757681 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Two Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Liberty Avenue

Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered injuries to the entire body and was in shock. The impact damaged the left side doors and left front quarter panel of the vehicles. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:03. Two sedans traveling south collided, with one vehicle initially parked and the other going straight ahead. The point of impact was the left side doors and left front bumper, causing damage to the left rear quarter panel and left front quarter panel respectively. A 21-year-old male driver was injured, suffering bodily injury to his entire body and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, providing no direct evidence of driver error such as failure to yield or reckless behavior. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as a contributing factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757678 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan Collides With Bicyclist Turning On Loring

A sedan hit a bicyclist turning right on Loring Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected, suffering broken and dislocated leg bones. Police cite bicyclist confusion as a factor. No driver errors listed.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Loring Avenue struck a 56-year-old male bicyclist who was turning right westbound. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, causing severe fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, with no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. Helmet use is unknown and not cited as a factor. This crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when turning near fast-moving cars.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755985 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
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Head-On Crash on Wyona Street Injures Seven

Two sedans slammed head-on on Wyona Street. Seven people hurt. Bodies battered. Shock and pain. Police blame driver distraction. Metal twisted. Lives shaken.

According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 11:20 AM on Wyona Street in Brooklyn. Both cars suffered center front-end damage. Seven people were injured: the male driver and six passengers, ages 1 to 34. All victims reported pain, nausea, and shock. None were ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. No victim actions contributed. The crash shows the danger when drivers lose focus. Helmet or signal use is not listed as a factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755994 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Cars, Injures Elderly Passenger

A sedan hit parked cars on Hinsdale Street. An 81-year-old woman in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Unsafe speed drove the crash. The street bore the impact. The passenger survived, hurt but conscious.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Hinsdale Street in Brooklyn struck several parked vehicles at 11:20 a.m. The crash injured an 81-year-old woman seated as a right rear passenger. She suffered head injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the victim’s actions were noted. Damage centered on the right front of the moving sedan and the left rear of the parked vehicles. The crash highlights the danger posed by drivers who fail to control their speed on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755993 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Two Sedans Collide on Liberty Avenue

Two sedans crashed at Liberty Avenue and Miller Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. The collision involved a left turn and disregarded traffic control. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the midday crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Liberty Avenue near Miller Avenue in Brooklyn around 1:30 PM. Two sedans collided: one traveling south making a left turn, the other traveling east going straight ahead. The driver of the turning sedan, a 51-year-old male, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver error in failing to obey traffic signals and executing an improper turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers at the point of impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755980 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal

A distracted driver hit a 36-year-old man crossing Fulton Street at Logan Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered a neck injury and shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end while traveling westbound straight ahead.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:10 AM on Fulton Street near Logan Street in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling westbound straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage to the same area. The pedestrian suffered a neck injury and was in shock but had no visible complaints. The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not blamed for the crash, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain attention.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755989 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Four Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard

Four sedans crashed hard on Linden Boulevard. A 41-year-old driver lay unconscious with head wounds. Metal twisted. No clear driver errors named. Streets stayed dangerous. Police listed causes as unknown.

According to the police report, four sedans traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided. The crash left a 41-year-old male driver unconscious with head injuries. Impact struck the front and left sides of the cars. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified' and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured man was not ejected. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The cause remains unclear, with only the violence of the crash and the injury left certain.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755988 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Left-Turning Sedan Slams Motorcycle Head-On

Sedan turned left on Pennsylvania Avenue. Motorcycle going straight struck the sedan’s side. Rider suffered concussion and shoulder injury. Night crash in Brooklyn. System failed to protect the vulnerable.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Pennsylvania Avenue near Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn struck a motorcycle traveling straight. The crash happened at 21:22. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. The sedan’s right side doors took the impact. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors. The collision pattern shows the sedan turned left across the motorcycle’s path, causing the crash. No victim actions were listed as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753837 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan Hits Front Passenger, Causes Whiplash

A sedan traveling west on Livonia Avenue struck its front passenger, causing back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver errors including disregarding traffic control and unsafe speed. The passenger was conscious but injured in the collision.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female front passenger in a 2018 Kia sedan sustained back injuries and whiplash after a crash on Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:33 AM. The driver, a licensed male from Georgia, was traveling west and struck the passenger within the vehicle. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver failure to obey traffic controls and maintain safe speeds, resulting in injury to a vulnerable occupant.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753457 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Chain-Reaction Crash on Highland Boulevard

Three sedans collided in a northbound chain reaction on Highland Boulevard. The driver of a 2004 Acura suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause, with vehicles slowing or stopping before impact.

According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Highland Boulevard in Brooklyn at 8:11 PM. Three vehicles traveling northbound were involved: a 2004 Acura sedan, a 2017 Audi SUV, and a 2021 Kia sedan. The Acura driver, a 38-year-old man wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary driver error contributing to the collision. All vehicles were slowing or stopping before impact, with the Acura striking the rear of the Audi and the Kia striking the Acura. The Acura's point of impact was center front end, while the Audi was hit center back end. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver errors and vehicle positions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753147 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Taxi Hits Driver, Neck Injury on New Lots

A taxi struck a 19-year-old driver near New Lots Avenue. The impact left the driver with neck injury and whiplash. No driver errors listed. The crash shows the raw force cars unleash on city streets.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling north near 455 New Lots Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 19-year-old male driver at 10:20 AM. The taxi, a 2017 Hyundai SUV, was initially parked before the crash and hit the center back end of the other vehicle, damaging the left side doors. The driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The record focuses on the impact and the injury sustained in the collision with the taxi.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753822 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Three-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit by Turning Sedan

A 3-year-old boy suffered head injuries and whiplash after a sedan struck him at an intersection on Stanley Avenue. The driver made a right turn, impacting the child who was crossing with the signal. The child remained conscious despite the trauma.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Stanley Avenue made a right turn and struck a 3-year-old pedestrian at the intersection. The child was crossing with the signal when the vehicle's left front bumper made contact. The impact caused head injuries and whiplash, with the child remaining conscious. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the vehicle's turning maneuver. The pedestrian's actions were noted as crossing with the signal, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2004 Kia sedan. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper, indicating the point of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4752849 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Speeding Motorcycle Slams SUV, Passenger Ejected

A motorcycle, moving too fast, crashed into a turning SUV at Pennsylvania and Jamaica. A woman riding outside the bike was thrown hard to the pavement. Her legs torn open. She stayed conscious. The street echoed with the cost of speed.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at 'unsafe speed' struck a station wagon/SUV making a left turn at the corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and Jamaica Avenue in Brooklyn. The collision occurred at 6:10 a.m. The report states that a 31-year-old woman, riding on the outside of the motorcycle, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to her legs but remained conscious at the scene. The narrative describes the motorcycle as having 'slammed into an SUV turning left.' The primary contributing factor listed is 'Unsafe Speed.' No contributing factors are attributed to the victim. The impact and subsequent ejection underscore the dangers posed by excessive speed on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4752580 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan Crash on Linden Boulevard Injures Passenger

A sedan slammed its front bumper on Linden Boulevard. The front passenger, a 62-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and lost consciousness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

According to the police report, a 2010 Honda sedan traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with an object or vehicle, striking its left front bumper. The crash injured the front passenger, a 62-year-old woman, who suffered neck trauma and was found unconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The driver, a licensed woman, was going straight ahead before the impact. 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 incident underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants in frontal collisions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4752584 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Linden Boulevard

A 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Linden Boulevard was hit by a Honda. She suffered chest fractures and dislocations. No driver errors listed. The impact left her conscious but badly hurt.

According to the police report, a 67-year-old female pedestrian was struck while crossing Linden Boulevard at Barbey Street in Brooklyn. She was in the crosswalk with the pedestrian signal when a Honda car or SUV hit her. The victim suffered chest injuries, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious at the scene. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. No information is provided about the driver's actions before the crash. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but this is not cited as a contributing factor. The crash resulted in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751471 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Slams Parked Cars at Unsafe Speed

A 44-year-old SUV driver hit parked cars on Pennsylvania Avenue. He suffered full-body injuries. Police cite unsafe speed. Airbag deployed. The crash left vehicles battered in Brooklyn night.

According to the police report, a 44-year-old man driving a 2016 Lexus SUV northbound on Pennsylvania Avenue struck multiple parked vehicles at 22:57 in Brooklyn. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The driver was semiconscious, injured across his entire body, and not ejected from the vehicle. His SUV's airbag deployed. The crash damaged a 2017 Dodge sedan and a 2019 Ford SUV, both parked at the scene. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's unsafe speed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751046 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07