Crash Count for Precinct 75
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 8,765
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 5,259
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 916
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 54
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 14
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 75?

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

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

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

The Toll in Blood and Bone

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

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

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

Reckless Acts, Empty Promises

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

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

Leadership: Action or Excuse?

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

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

What Now? Demand More

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Citations

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Other Representatives

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

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

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

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 75

Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash

A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.

ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.


Sedans Collide on Forbell Street, Child Hurt

Two sedans crashed on Forbell Street. Three people injured, including a nine-year-old boy. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal and bodies took the hit. Streets stayed dangerous.

Two sedans collided at Forbell Street and 95 Avenue in Brooklyn. Three people were injured: a 57-year-old woman, a 42-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old boy. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash left the child and two adults with back, shoulder, and arm injuries. Both vehicles suffered heavy damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. Helmet or signal use was not listed as a factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813159 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedans Collide on Fountain Avenue, Driver Injured

Two sedans slammed together on Fountain Avenue. One driver took a chest injury. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken in Brooklyn’s early hours.

Two sedans crashed on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a chest injury and abrasion. Three other occupants, ages 27 and 32, were also listed as hurt. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. Both drivers were licensed and wearing lap belts and harnesses at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813242 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder

A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.

NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.


Garbage Truck Strikes Sedan on Hale Avenue

A garbage truck hit a parked sedan on Hale Avenue. A woman in the sedan suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. No driver errors were listed in the police report.

A garbage truck traveling north struck a parked sedan at 196 Hale Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 42-year-old woman in the sedan's front seat suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists her injury as a concussion. Two other men, both 22, were also involved but not reported injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were cited in the police report. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front quarter panels. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813079 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV U-Turn on Lincoln Ave Injures Passenger

SUV swung a U-turn on Lincoln Ave. Sedan struck its side. A 58-year-old passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed. Streets stay dangerous.

A crash on Lincoln Ave in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV making a U-turn and a sedan traveling straight. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' A 58-year-old female passenger in one of the vehicles suffered a neck injury and was in shock. The SUV was hit in the center front end; the sedan was struck on the left side. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Driver error—unsafe speed—was the only contributing factor listed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813072 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unlicensed Motorbike Driver Injured in Ashford Street Crash

A motorbike and sedan collided on Ashford Street. The unlicensed motorbike driver suffered a leg injury. Four others were involved. Police list all factors as unspecified.

A crash at 842 Ashford Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorbike. According to the police report, the unlicensed motorbike driver, age 18, was injured in the leg. Four other occupants, including a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The sedan driver was licensed. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the report. The unlicensed status of the motorbike driver is noted in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813083 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Children on Sutter Ave

Two cars collided on Sutter Ave. Three children and two adults were hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal struck flesh. Pain followed. Brooklyn streets stayed dangerous.

Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at Sutter Ave and Atkins Ave in Brooklyn. Three children, ages 4, 5, and 6, and two adults, ages 24 and 51, suffered injuries. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the listed contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before the collision. The impact left children with whiplash and adults with leg injuries and pain. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver failure to obey traffic controls as the key error.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813055 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist on Pennsylvania Ave

A sedan hit a cyclist on Pennsylvania Ave. The cyclist suffered back injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left pain and shock in its wake.

A sedan and a bike collided on Pennsylvania Ave near Liberty Ave in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old female cyclist was injured, suffering back pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a 49-year-old man, was also listed with inattention as a factor. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash was driven by driver distraction. No other injuries were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813070 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Driver Inexperience Injures Man on Livonia Ave

A sedan struck a parked car on Livonia Ave. One man, 39, suffered arm and shoulder pain. Police cite driver inexperience. The street saw shock, pain, and broken metal.

A crash on Livonia Ave at Alabama Ave in Brooklyn involved two sedans. According to the police report, a driver lost control and struck a parked car. One 39-year-old man, driving the moving sedan, was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported pain and shock. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The parked car was empty except for registered occupants, who were not reported injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813071 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Driver Inattention Hurts Two on Pennsylvania Ave

A sedan struck on Pennsylvania Ave. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention. Pain, bruises, chaos. Brooklyn street, another crash. System failed to protect.

A crash on Pennsylvania Ave at Linden Blvd in Brooklyn left two men injured. According to the police report, a sedan was involved and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The front passenger, a 51-year-old man, suffered bruises to his entire body. The 45-year-old driver reported pain and nausea. Both were conscious after the crash. The report does not specify further details about the second vehicle or its driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report highlights driver inattention as the key factor in this incident.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811866 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Passenger on Pennsylvania Ave

Two sedans collided on Pennsylvania Ave. Alcohol played a role. One passenger suffered a head injury. The street saw chaos. The system failed to keep danger at bay.

Two sedans crashed on Pennsylvania Ave at Pitkin Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One front passenger, a 41-year-old man, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Other occupants, including children, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report highlights 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary driver error. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812151 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle Crash on Pennsylvania Avenue Injures Rider

A motorcycle struck hard on Pennsylvania Avenue. The rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered severe lacerations. The crash left the entire body injured. No other vehicles listed. No driver errors noted.

A motorcycle crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue at Schroeders Avenue in Brooklyn. The 45-year-old male driver was injured, suffering severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling north and struck at the center front end. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both the injury and the cause remain unspecified in the official account.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811817 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bus Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Livonia

A bus hit a 70-year-old man at Livonia Avenue and Cleveland Street. The impact broke his leg. He stayed conscious. The bus’s right front bumper took the hit. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.

A 70-year-old man walking at the intersection of Livonia Avenue and Cleveland Street in Brooklyn was struck by a bus. According to the police report, the bus’s right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing a leg fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811841 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Girl Crossing With Signal on Atlantic

SUV hit a 13-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The impact tore her knee and foot. Police list driver error as unspecified. The street stayed open. The girl was left hurt.

A 13-year-old girl was struck by an SUV while crossing Atlantic Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, hit her with its right front bumper. The girl suffered abrasions to her knee and foot. Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. No driver errors beyond 'Unspecified' are noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811829 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Slams Sedan on Cozine Avenue in Brooklyn

Two cars collided at Cozine Avenue and Linwood Street. One passenger suffered whiplash. Another driver complained of chest pain. The police report lists all contributing factors as unspecified.

A sedan and an SUV crashed at Cozine Avenue and Linwood Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 51-year-old passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash, and a 61-year-old driver reported chest pain. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. Lap belts and harnesses were used by the injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811824 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash

A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.

According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.


Pedestrian Injured on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street

A car struck a woman on New Lots Avenue. She suffered a bruised leg but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The system failed to protect her.

A 34-year-old woman walking on New Lots Avenue at Logan Street in Brooklyn was hit and injured. According to the police report, she suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions are specified. The crash left the pedestrian hurt, underscoring the danger that cars pose to people on foot in city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811830 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash

SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.

A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810253 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Wortman Avenue

Two sedans crashed head-on in Brooklyn. Three men injured. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Night split by impact. Streets left scarred.

Two sedans traveling straight collided at the intersection of Wortman Avenue and Schenck Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left one driver in shock and another with upper arm injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809989 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04