Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 76?
Who Pays the Price When Leaders Look Away?
Precinct 76: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
Blood on the Streets
In Precinct 76, violence comes slow and steady. Four people are dead since 2022. Twelve more carry wounds that will not heal. Pedestrians, cyclists, children—no one is spared. In the last year alone, 259 people were injured in 548 crashes. Five were left with injuries so severe they may never walk the same.
A woman, 83, was killed by a turning truck on Bond Street. The record shows only this: “Apparent Death.” No warning, no time to run. NYC Open Data.
On Atlantic Avenue, an 18-year-old died in the front seat. The cause: “Unsafe Speed.” The car did not stop. The numbers do not lie. The dead do not speak.
The Role of the Precinct
The police have the tools. They can enforce the law. They can ticket speeders, stop reckless drivers, and target the corners where people die. But the violence continues. The records fill with names and numbers. The silence is loud.
Leadership: Action and Inaction
Local leaders have the power to change the story. They can push for lower speed limits, redesign deadly intersections, and demand real enforcement. But too often, the burden falls on the broken. Laws that target cyclists and pedestrians do not stop the killing. The driver walks away. The family buries their own.
A relative, after one crash, said only this: “It’s devastating. It’s affecting everyone in our family, especially (Ruiz’s) mom. Maddy was her only daughter.”
After another, the driver told police: “He lost control when he was doing donuts with the vehicle.”
The cost is always paid by the most vulnerable.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. This is policy. Every crash is a choice made by someone, and a choice not made by those in power. The police can crack down. The council can lower the speed limit. The mayor can demand more. But only if you force them.
Call your council member. Demand enforcement. Demand safer streets. Do not wait for another name on the list.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4735930 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash, amny, Published 2025-07-12
- Two Pedestrians Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run, amny, Published 2025-07-12
Other Representatives
District 51
4907 4th Ave. Suite 1A, Brooklyn, NY 11220
Room 741, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 38
4417 4th Avenue, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11220
718-439-9012
250 Broadway, Suite 1746, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
District 26
497 Carroll St. Suite 31, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Room 917, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 76 Police Precinct 76 sits in Brooklyn, District 38, AD 51, SD 26.
It contains Brooklyn CB6, Carroll Gardens-Cobble Hill-Gowanus-Red Hook.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 76
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
SUV and Sedan Collide on Seabring Street▸Two cars crashed on Seabring Street. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at Seabring Street and Richards Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved two male drivers, ages 54 and 24. One driver, age 54, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data points to driver error in ignoring traffic controls, leading to injury and disruption.
Bus Rear Passengers Hurt in Expressway Ramp Crash▸A sedan merged into a bus on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway ramp. The impact struck the bus’s right front bumper. One bus passenger suffered a shoulder injury. Others were shaken. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway ramp involved a sedan and a bus. According to the police report, the sedan was merging when it collided with the bus, striking its right front bumper. The bus carried eleven occupants. One passenger, a 35-year-old man, sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury and reported whiplash. Several other bus passengers reported unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted. The crash highlights the risk to bus passengers when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Driver Distraction Injures Pedestrian on Court Street▸A sedan turned right on Court Street. The driver was distracted. A woman crossing with the signal was struck. She suffered leg injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan making a right turn on Court Street at 4 Place in Brooklyn struck a 40-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors. No other causes were cited in the report. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street marked by impact.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Two Hurt▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the BQE. Two people injured. Metal twisted. Pain spread. The crash followed a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Brooklyn night, lives changed in seconds.
A tractor truck struck the back of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old woman suffered fractures and dislocation as a front passenger, and a 33-year-old male driver complained of pain in his shoulder and upper arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Both vehicles were traveling west. The report lists no other contributing factors. The truck’s front end hit the sedan’s rear, leaving both vehicles damaged and passengers hurt.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
-
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
3Rear-End Crash on BQE Injures Four Passengers▸A sedan slammed into another car’s rear on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Four women, ages 19 to 68, suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite following too closely. Whiplash and pain left passengers shaken. The highway became another site of harm.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway left four passengers injured when a sedan struck another vehicle from behind. According to the police report, the collision occurred as both vehicles traveled east. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. A 68-year-old woman, a 45-year-old woman, a 25-year-old woman, and a 19-year-old woman all sustained injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The driver of the struck vehicle was also injured. The police report details neck and back injuries among the victims. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The data points to driver error—following too closely—as the cause of this crash.
2SUVs Collide on Hicks Street, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Hicks Street at Warren. Both drivers suffered arm injuries. Shock followed. Three passengers were shaken. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. No pedestrians involved. The danger was inside the cars.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on Hicks Street near Warren Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers—a 26-year-old woman and a 42-year-old man—were injured, suffering abrasions to their arms and experiencing shock. Three passengers, including an 11-year-old girl, were also involved but did not report specific injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when driver focus lapses.
SUVs and Pickup Collide on BQE, Driver Injured▸Three vehicles crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. One driver suffered head and crush injuries. Police blamed driver distraction. The road ran straight. The night was quiet. The system failed again.
A crash involving a pick-up truck and two SUVs tore through the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three vehicles were traveling east when they collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered head and crush injuries. Five others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or violations were listed. The report shows all vehicles were moving straight ahead before impact. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for all road users on New York’s highways.
SUV Turns, Strikes Two Children Crossing Smith Street▸An SUV hit two boys in the crosswalk on Smith Street. The driver turned right and failed to yield. One child suffered a hip injury. The other, a bruised arm. Both were crossing with the signal. The street did not protect them.
Two boys, ages 15 and 12, were struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Smith Street at 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 15-year-old suffered a hip and upper leg injury. The 12-year-old sustained a contusion to his arm. The driver and vehicle registrant are both listed as having 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The report notes the point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. No other contributing factors are listed.
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hicks Street Injures Two▸Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
- Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-22
SUV and Sedan Collide on Seabring Street▸Two cars crashed on Seabring Street. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at Seabring Street and Richards Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved two male drivers, ages 54 and 24. One driver, age 54, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data points to driver error in ignoring traffic controls, leading to injury and disruption.
Bus Rear Passengers Hurt in Expressway Ramp Crash▸A sedan merged into a bus on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway ramp. The impact struck the bus’s right front bumper. One bus passenger suffered a shoulder injury. Others were shaken. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway ramp involved a sedan and a bus. According to the police report, the sedan was merging when it collided with the bus, striking its right front bumper. The bus carried eleven occupants. One passenger, a 35-year-old man, sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury and reported whiplash. Several other bus passengers reported unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted. The crash highlights the risk to bus passengers when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Driver Distraction Injures Pedestrian on Court Street▸A sedan turned right on Court Street. The driver was distracted. A woman crossing with the signal was struck. She suffered leg injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan making a right turn on Court Street at 4 Place in Brooklyn struck a 40-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors. No other causes were cited in the report. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street marked by impact.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Two Hurt▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the BQE. Two people injured. Metal twisted. Pain spread. The crash followed a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Brooklyn night, lives changed in seconds.
A tractor truck struck the back of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old woman suffered fractures and dislocation as a front passenger, and a 33-year-old male driver complained of pain in his shoulder and upper arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Both vehicles were traveling west. The report lists no other contributing factors. The truck’s front end hit the sedan’s rear, leaving both vehicles damaged and passengers hurt.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
3Rear-End Crash on BQE Injures Four Passengers▸A sedan slammed into another car’s rear on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Four women, ages 19 to 68, suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite following too closely. Whiplash and pain left passengers shaken. The highway became another site of harm.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway left four passengers injured when a sedan struck another vehicle from behind. According to the police report, the collision occurred as both vehicles traveled east. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. A 68-year-old woman, a 45-year-old woman, a 25-year-old woman, and a 19-year-old woman all sustained injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The driver of the struck vehicle was also injured. The police report details neck and back injuries among the victims. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The data points to driver error—following too closely—as the cause of this crash.
2SUVs Collide on Hicks Street, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Hicks Street at Warren. Both drivers suffered arm injuries. Shock followed. Three passengers were shaken. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. No pedestrians involved. The danger was inside the cars.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on Hicks Street near Warren Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers—a 26-year-old woman and a 42-year-old man—were injured, suffering abrasions to their arms and experiencing shock. Three passengers, including an 11-year-old girl, were also involved but did not report specific injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when driver focus lapses.
SUVs and Pickup Collide on BQE, Driver Injured▸Three vehicles crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. One driver suffered head and crush injuries. Police blamed driver distraction. The road ran straight. The night was quiet. The system failed again.
A crash involving a pick-up truck and two SUVs tore through the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three vehicles were traveling east when they collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered head and crush injuries. Five others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or violations were listed. The report shows all vehicles were moving straight ahead before impact. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for all road users on New York’s highways.
SUV Turns, Strikes Two Children Crossing Smith Street▸An SUV hit two boys in the crosswalk on Smith Street. The driver turned right and failed to yield. One child suffered a hip injury. The other, a bruised arm. Both were crossing with the signal. The street did not protect them.
Two boys, ages 15 and 12, were struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Smith Street at 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 15-year-old suffered a hip and upper leg injury. The 12-year-old sustained a contusion to his arm. The driver and vehicle registrant are both listed as having 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The report notes the point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. No other contributing factors are listed.
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hicks Street Injures Two▸Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
-
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
Two cars crashed on Seabring Street. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at Seabring Street and Richards Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved two male drivers, ages 54 and 24. One driver, age 54, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data points to driver error in ignoring traffic controls, leading to injury and disruption.
Bus Rear Passengers Hurt in Expressway Ramp Crash▸A sedan merged into a bus on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway ramp. The impact struck the bus’s right front bumper. One bus passenger suffered a shoulder injury. Others were shaken. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway ramp involved a sedan and a bus. According to the police report, the sedan was merging when it collided with the bus, striking its right front bumper. The bus carried eleven occupants. One passenger, a 35-year-old man, sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury and reported whiplash. Several other bus passengers reported unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted. The crash highlights the risk to bus passengers when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Driver Distraction Injures Pedestrian on Court Street▸A sedan turned right on Court Street. The driver was distracted. A woman crossing with the signal was struck. She suffered leg injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan making a right turn on Court Street at 4 Place in Brooklyn struck a 40-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors. No other causes were cited in the report. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street marked by impact.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Two Hurt▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the BQE. Two people injured. Metal twisted. Pain spread. The crash followed a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Brooklyn night, lives changed in seconds.
A tractor truck struck the back of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old woman suffered fractures and dislocation as a front passenger, and a 33-year-old male driver complained of pain in his shoulder and upper arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Both vehicles were traveling west. The report lists no other contributing factors. The truck’s front end hit the sedan’s rear, leaving both vehicles damaged and passengers hurt.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
3Rear-End Crash on BQE Injures Four Passengers▸A sedan slammed into another car’s rear on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Four women, ages 19 to 68, suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite following too closely. Whiplash and pain left passengers shaken. The highway became another site of harm.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway left four passengers injured when a sedan struck another vehicle from behind. According to the police report, the collision occurred as both vehicles traveled east. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. A 68-year-old woman, a 45-year-old woman, a 25-year-old woman, and a 19-year-old woman all sustained injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The driver of the struck vehicle was also injured. The police report details neck and back injuries among the victims. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The data points to driver error—following too closely—as the cause of this crash.
2SUVs Collide on Hicks Street, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Hicks Street at Warren. Both drivers suffered arm injuries. Shock followed. Three passengers were shaken. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. No pedestrians involved. The danger was inside the cars.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on Hicks Street near Warren Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers—a 26-year-old woman and a 42-year-old man—were injured, suffering abrasions to their arms and experiencing shock. Three passengers, including an 11-year-old girl, were also involved but did not report specific injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when driver focus lapses.
SUVs and Pickup Collide on BQE, Driver Injured▸Three vehicles crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. One driver suffered head and crush injuries. Police blamed driver distraction. The road ran straight. The night was quiet. The system failed again.
A crash involving a pick-up truck and two SUVs tore through the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three vehicles were traveling east when they collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered head and crush injuries. Five others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or violations were listed. The report shows all vehicles were moving straight ahead before impact. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for all road users on New York’s highways.
SUV Turns, Strikes Two Children Crossing Smith Street▸An SUV hit two boys in the crosswalk on Smith Street. The driver turned right and failed to yield. One child suffered a hip injury. The other, a bruised arm. Both were crossing with the signal. The street did not protect them.
Two boys, ages 15 and 12, were struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Smith Street at 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 15-year-old suffered a hip and upper leg injury. The 12-year-old sustained a contusion to his arm. The driver and vehicle registrant are both listed as having 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The report notes the point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. No other contributing factors are listed.
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hicks Street Injures Two▸Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
A sedan merged into a bus on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway ramp. The impact struck the bus’s right front bumper. One bus passenger suffered a shoulder injury. Others were shaken. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway ramp involved a sedan and a bus. According to the police report, the sedan was merging when it collided with the bus, striking its right front bumper. The bus carried eleven occupants. One passenger, a 35-year-old man, sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury and reported whiplash. Several other bus passengers reported unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted. The crash highlights the risk to bus passengers when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Driver Distraction Injures Pedestrian on Court Street▸A sedan turned right on Court Street. The driver was distracted. A woman crossing with the signal was struck. She suffered leg injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan making a right turn on Court Street at 4 Place in Brooklyn struck a 40-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors. No other causes were cited in the report. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street marked by impact.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Two Hurt▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the BQE. Two people injured. Metal twisted. Pain spread. The crash followed a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Brooklyn night, lives changed in seconds.
A tractor truck struck the back of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old woman suffered fractures and dislocation as a front passenger, and a 33-year-old male driver complained of pain in his shoulder and upper arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Both vehicles were traveling west. The report lists no other contributing factors. The truck’s front end hit the sedan’s rear, leaving both vehicles damaged and passengers hurt.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
3Rear-End Crash on BQE Injures Four Passengers▸A sedan slammed into another car’s rear on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Four women, ages 19 to 68, suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite following too closely. Whiplash and pain left passengers shaken. The highway became another site of harm.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway left four passengers injured when a sedan struck another vehicle from behind. According to the police report, the collision occurred as both vehicles traveled east. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. A 68-year-old woman, a 45-year-old woman, a 25-year-old woman, and a 19-year-old woman all sustained injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The driver of the struck vehicle was also injured. The police report details neck and back injuries among the victims. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The data points to driver error—following too closely—as the cause of this crash.
2SUVs Collide on Hicks Street, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Hicks Street at Warren. Both drivers suffered arm injuries. Shock followed. Three passengers were shaken. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. No pedestrians involved. The danger was inside the cars.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on Hicks Street near Warren Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers—a 26-year-old woman and a 42-year-old man—were injured, suffering abrasions to their arms and experiencing shock. Three passengers, including an 11-year-old girl, were also involved but did not report specific injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when driver focus lapses.
SUVs and Pickup Collide on BQE, Driver Injured▸Three vehicles crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. One driver suffered head and crush injuries. Police blamed driver distraction. The road ran straight. The night was quiet. The system failed again.
A crash involving a pick-up truck and two SUVs tore through the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three vehicles were traveling east when they collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered head and crush injuries. Five others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or violations were listed. The report shows all vehicles were moving straight ahead before impact. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for all road users on New York’s highways.
SUV Turns, Strikes Two Children Crossing Smith Street▸An SUV hit two boys in the crosswalk on Smith Street. The driver turned right and failed to yield. One child suffered a hip injury. The other, a bruised arm. Both were crossing with the signal. The street did not protect them.
Two boys, ages 15 and 12, were struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Smith Street at 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 15-year-old suffered a hip and upper leg injury. The 12-year-old sustained a contusion to his arm. The driver and vehicle registrant are both listed as having 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The report notes the point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. No other contributing factors are listed.
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hicks Street Injures Two▸Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
A sedan turned right on Court Street. The driver was distracted. A woman crossing with the signal was struck. She suffered leg injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan making a right turn on Court Street at 4 Place in Brooklyn struck a 40-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors. No other causes were cited in the report. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street marked by impact.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Two Hurt▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the BQE. Two people injured. Metal twisted. Pain spread. The crash followed a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Brooklyn night, lives changed in seconds.
A tractor truck struck the back of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old woman suffered fractures and dislocation as a front passenger, and a 33-year-old male driver complained of pain in his shoulder and upper arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Both vehicles were traveling west. The report lists no other contributing factors. The truck’s front end hit the sedan’s rear, leaving both vehicles damaged and passengers hurt.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
3Rear-End Crash on BQE Injures Four Passengers▸A sedan slammed into another car’s rear on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Four women, ages 19 to 68, suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite following too closely. Whiplash and pain left passengers shaken. The highway became another site of harm.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway left four passengers injured when a sedan struck another vehicle from behind. According to the police report, the collision occurred as both vehicles traveled east. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. A 68-year-old woman, a 45-year-old woman, a 25-year-old woman, and a 19-year-old woman all sustained injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The driver of the struck vehicle was also injured. The police report details neck and back injuries among the victims. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The data points to driver error—following too closely—as the cause of this crash.
2SUVs Collide on Hicks Street, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Hicks Street at Warren. Both drivers suffered arm injuries. Shock followed. Three passengers were shaken. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. No pedestrians involved. The danger was inside the cars.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on Hicks Street near Warren Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers—a 26-year-old woman and a 42-year-old man—were injured, suffering abrasions to their arms and experiencing shock. Three passengers, including an 11-year-old girl, were also involved but did not report specific injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when driver focus lapses.
SUVs and Pickup Collide on BQE, Driver Injured▸Three vehicles crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. One driver suffered head and crush injuries. Police blamed driver distraction. The road ran straight. The night was quiet. The system failed again.
A crash involving a pick-up truck and two SUVs tore through the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three vehicles were traveling east when they collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered head and crush injuries. Five others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or violations were listed. The report shows all vehicles were moving straight ahead before impact. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for all road users on New York’s highways.
SUV Turns, Strikes Two Children Crossing Smith Street▸An SUV hit two boys in the crosswalk on Smith Street. The driver turned right and failed to yield. One child suffered a hip injury. The other, a bruised arm. Both were crossing with the signal. The street did not protect them.
Two boys, ages 15 and 12, were struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Smith Street at 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 15-year-old suffered a hip and upper leg injury. The 12-year-old sustained a contusion to his arm. The driver and vehicle registrant are both listed as having 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The report notes the point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. No other contributing factors are listed.
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hicks Street Injures Two▸Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
- Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-13
Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Two Hurt▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the BQE. Two people injured. Metal twisted. Pain spread. The crash followed a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Brooklyn night, lives changed in seconds.
A tractor truck struck the back of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old woman suffered fractures and dislocation as a front passenger, and a 33-year-old male driver complained of pain in his shoulder and upper arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Both vehicles were traveling west. The report lists no other contributing factors. The truck’s front end hit the sedan’s rear, leaving both vehicles damaged and passengers hurt.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
3Rear-End Crash on BQE Injures Four Passengers▸A sedan slammed into another car’s rear on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Four women, ages 19 to 68, suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite following too closely. Whiplash and pain left passengers shaken. The highway became another site of harm.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway left four passengers injured when a sedan struck another vehicle from behind. According to the police report, the collision occurred as both vehicles traveled east. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. A 68-year-old woman, a 45-year-old woman, a 25-year-old woman, and a 19-year-old woman all sustained injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The driver of the struck vehicle was also injured. The police report details neck and back injuries among the victims. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The data points to driver error—following too closely—as the cause of this crash.
2SUVs Collide on Hicks Street, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Hicks Street at Warren. Both drivers suffered arm injuries. Shock followed. Three passengers were shaken. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. No pedestrians involved. The danger was inside the cars.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on Hicks Street near Warren Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers—a 26-year-old woman and a 42-year-old man—were injured, suffering abrasions to their arms and experiencing shock. Three passengers, including an 11-year-old girl, were also involved but did not report specific injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when driver focus lapses.
SUVs and Pickup Collide on BQE, Driver Injured▸Three vehicles crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. One driver suffered head and crush injuries. Police blamed driver distraction. The road ran straight. The night was quiet. The system failed again.
A crash involving a pick-up truck and two SUVs tore through the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three vehicles were traveling east when they collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered head and crush injuries. Five others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or violations were listed. The report shows all vehicles were moving straight ahead before impact. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for all road users on New York’s highways.
SUV Turns, Strikes Two Children Crossing Smith Street▸An SUV hit two boys in the crosswalk on Smith Street. The driver turned right and failed to yield. One child suffered a hip injury. The other, a bruised arm. Both were crossing with the signal. The street did not protect them.
Two boys, ages 15 and 12, were struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Smith Street at 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 15-year-old suffered a hip and upper leg injury. The 12-year-old sustained a contusion to his arm. The driver and vehicle registrant are both listed as having 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The report notes the point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. No other contributing factors are listed.
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hicks Street Injures Two▸Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the BQE. Two people injured. Metal twisted. Pain spread. The crash followed a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Brooklyn night, lives changed in seconds.
A tractor truck struck the back of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old woman suffered fractures and dislocation as a front passenger, and a 33-year-old male driver complained of pain in his shoulder and upper arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Both vehicles were traveling west. The report lists no other contributing factors. The truck’s front end hit the sedan’s rear, leaving both vehicles damaged and passengers hurt.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
3Rear-End Crash on BQE Injures Four Passengers▸A sedan slammed into another car’s rear on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Four women, ages 19 to 68, suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite following too closely. Whiplash and pain left passengers shaken. The highway became another site of harm.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway left four passengers injured when a sedan struck another vehicle from behind. According to the police report, the collision occurred as both vehicles traveled east. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. A 68-year-old woman, a 45-year-old woman, a 25-year-old woman, and a 19-year-old woman all sustained injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The driver of the struck vehicle was also injured. The police report details neck and back injuries among the victims. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The data points to driver error—following too closely—as the cause of this crash.
2SUVs Collide on Hicks Street, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Hicks Street at Warren. Both drivers suffered arm injuries. Shock followed. Three passengers were shaken. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. No pedestrians involved. The danger was inside the cars.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on Hicks Street near Warren Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers—a 26-year-old woman and a 42-year-old man—were injured, suffering abrasions to their arms and experiencing shock. Three passengers, including an 11-year-old girl, were also involved but did not report specific injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when driver focus lapses.
SUVs and Pickup Collide on BQE, Driver Injured▸Three vehicles crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. One driver suffered head and crush injuries. Police blamed driver distraction. The road ran straight. The night was quiet. The system failed again.
A crash involving a pick-up truck and two SUVs tore through the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three vehicles were traveling east when they collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered head and crush injuries. Five others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or violations were listed. The report shows all vehicles were moving straight ahead before impact. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for all road users on New York’s highways.
SUV Turns, Strikes Two Children Crossing Smith Street▸An SUV hit two boys in the crosswalk on Smith Street. The driver turned right and failed to yield. One child suffered a hip injury. The other, a bruised arm. Both were crossing with the signal. The street did not protect them.
Two boys, ages 15 and 12, were struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Smith Street at 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 15-year-old suffered a hip and upper leg injury. The 12-year-old sustained a contusion to his arm. The driver and vehicle registrant are both listed as having 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The report notes the point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. No other contributing factors are listed.
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hicks Street Injures Two▸Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
- Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-11
3Rear-End Crash on BQE Injures Four Passengers▸A sedan slammed into another car’s rear on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Four women, ages 19 to 68, suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite following too closely. Whiplash and pain left passengers shaken. The highway became another site of harm.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway left four passengers injured when a sedan struck another vehicle from behind. According to the police report, the collision occurred as both vehicles traveled east. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. A 68-year-old woman, a 45-year-old woman, a 25-year-old woman, and a 19-year-old woman all sustained injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The driver of the struck vehicle was also injured. The police report details neck and back injuries among the victims. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The data points to driver error—following too closely—as the cause of this crash.
2SUVs Collide on Hicks Street, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Hicks Street at Warren. Both drivers suffered arm injuries. Shock followed. Three passengers were shaken. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. No pedestrians involved. The danger was inside the cars.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on Hicks Street near Warren Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers—a 26-year-old woman and a 42-year-old man—were injured, suffering abrasions to their arms and experiencing shock. Three passengers, including an 11-year-old girl, were also involved but did not report specific injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when driver focus lapses.
SUVs and Pickup Collide on BQE, Driver Injured▸Three vehicles crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. One driver suffered head and crush injuries. Police blamed driver distraction. The road ran straight. The night was quiet. The system failed again.
A crash involving a pick-up truck and two SUVs tore through the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three vehicles were traveling east when they collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered head and crush injuries. Five others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or violations were listed. The report shows all vehicles were moving straight ahead before impact. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for all road users on New York’s highways.
SUV Turns, Strikes Two Children Crossing Smith Street▸An SUV hit two boys in the crosswalk on Smith Street. The driver turned right and failed to yield. One child suffered a hip injury. The other, a bruised arm. Both were crossing with the signal. The street did not protect them.
Two boys, ages 15 and 12, were struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Smith Street at 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 15-year-old suffered a hip and upper leg injury. The 12-year-old sustained a contusion to his arm. The driver and vehicle registrant are both listed as having 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The report notes the point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. No other contributing factors are listed.
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hicks Street Injures Two▸Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
A sedan slammed into another car’s rear on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Four women, ages 19 to 68, suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite following too closely. Whiplash and pain left passengers shaken. The highway became another site of harm.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway left four passengers injured when a sedan struck another vehicle from behind. According to the police report, the collision occurred as both vehicles traveled east. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. A 68-year-old woman, a 45-year-old woman, a 25-year-old woman, and a 19-year-old woman all sustained injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The driver of the struck vehicle was also injured. The police report details neck and back injuries among the victims. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The data points to driver error—following too closely—as the cause of this crash.
2SUVs Collide on Hicks Street, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Hicks Street at Warren. Both drivers suffered arm injuries. Shock followed. Three passengers were shaken. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. No pedestrians involved. The danger was inside the cars.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on Hicks Street near Warren Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers—a 26-year-old woman and a 42-year-old man—were injured, suffering abrasions to their arms and experiencing shock. Three passengers, including an 11-year-old girl, were also involved but did not report specific injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when driver focus lapses.
SUVs and Pickup Collide on BQE, Driver Injured▸Three vehicles crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. One driver suffered head and crush injuries. Police blamed driver distraction. The road ran straight. The night was quiet. The system failed again.
A crash involving a pick-up truck and two SUVs tore through the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three vehicles were traveling east when they collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered head and crush injuries. Five others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or violations were listed. The report shows all vehicles were moving straight ahead before impact. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for all road users on New York’s highways.
SUV Turns, Strikes Two Children Crossing Smith Street▸An SUV hit two boys in the crosswalk on Smith Street. The driver turned right and failed to yield. One child suffered a hip injury. The other, a bruised arm. Both were crossing with the signal. The street did not protect them.
Two boys, ages 15 and 12, were struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Smith Street at 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 15-year-old suffered a hip and upper leg injury. The 12-year-old sustained a contusion to his arm. The driver and vehicle registrant are both listed as having 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The report notes the point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. No other contributing factors are listed.
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hicks Street Injures Two▸Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
Two SUVs crashed on Hicks Street at Warren. Both drivers suffered arm injuries. Shock followed. Three passengers were shaken. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. No pedestrians involved. The danger was inside the cars.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on Hicks Street near Warren Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers—a 26-year-old woman and a 42-year-old man—were injured, suffering abrasions to their arms and experiencing shock. Three passengers, including an 11-year-old girl, were also involved but did not report specific injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when driver focus lapses.
SUVs and Pickup Collide on BQE, Driver Injured▸Three vehicles crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. One driver suffered head and crush injuries. Police blamed driver distraction. The road ran straight. The night was quiet. The system failed again.
A crash involving a pick-up truck and two SUVs tore through the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three vehicles were traveling east when they collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered head and crush injuries. Five others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or violations were listed. The report shows all vehicles were moving straight ahead before impact. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for all road users on New York’s highways.
SUV Turns, Strikes Two Children Crossing Smith Street▸An SUV hit two boys in the crosswalk on Smith Street. The driver turned right and failed to yield. One child suffered a hip injury. The other, a bruised arm. Both were crossing with the signal. The street did not protect them.
Two boys, ages 15 and 12, were struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Smith Street at 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 15-year-old suffered a hip and upper leg injury. The 12-year-old sustained a contusion to his arm. The driver and vehicle registrant are both listed as having 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The report notes the point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. No other contributing factors are listed.
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hicks Street Injures Two▸Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
Three vehicles crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. One driver suffered head and crush injuries. Police blamed driver distraction. The road ran straight. The night was quiet. The system failed again.
A crash involving a pick-up truck and two SUVs tore through the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three vehicles were traveling east when they collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered head and crush injuries. Five others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or violations were listed. The report shows all vehicles were moving straight ahead before impact. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for all road users on New York’s highways.
SUV Turns, Strikes Two Children Crossing Smith Street▸An SUV hit two boys in the crosswalk on Smith Street. The driver turned right and failed to yield. One child suffered a hip injury. The other, a bruised arm. Both were crossing with the signal. The street did not protect them.
Two boys, ages 15 and 12, were struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Smith Street at 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 15-year-old suffered a hip and upper leg injury. The 12-year-old sustained a contusion to his arm. The driver and vehicle registrant are both listed as having 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The report notes the point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. No other contributing factors are listed.
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hicks Street Injures Two▸Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
An SUV hit two boys in the crosswalk on Smith Street. The driver turned right and failed to yield. One child suffered a hip injury. The other, a bruised arm. Both were crossing with the signal. The street did not protect them.
Two boys, ages 15 and 12, were struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Smith Street at 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 15-year-old suffered a hip and upper leg injury. The 12-year-old sustained a contusion to his arm. The driver and vehicle registrant are both listed as having 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The report notes the point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. No other contributing factors are listed.
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hicks Street Injures Two▸Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
Two cars collided on Hicks Street. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. A 71-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 35-year-old woman hurt her leg. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street bore the cost.
Two vehicles, a Toyota SUV and a Tesla sedan, crashed on Hicks Street at Sackett Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left a 71-year-old male driver with a head injury and in shock. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the front of the SUV and the right side of the sedan. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
- Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run, New York Post, Published 2025-05-26
2Truck and Sedan Collide on BQE, Two Hurt▸A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
A tractor-trailer slammed into a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Metal twisted. Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash left scars on steel and flesh. The cause remains buried in official silence.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided, the truck striking the sedan's center back end. Two men, aged 20 and 28, were injured. Both suffered head injuries and whiplash. The report lists their positions as front passenger and driver. The sedan and truck drivers were both licensed. The police report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, offering no details on driver error or external causes. No other injuries were reported. The impact left both vehicles damaged at their points of contact. The official record gives no further explanation for the crash.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
- Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-25
Cyclist Hits Toddler Crossing Smith Street▸A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
A two-year-old boy crossing Smith Street with the signal was struck by a cyclist. The child suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash happened at West 9th Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was not injured.
A two-year-old pedestrian was injured when a cyclist struck him at the intersection of Smith Street and West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The cyclist, a 46-year-old woman, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other vehicles were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.
Sedans Collide on Smith Street, Driver Injured▸Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
Two sedans crashed at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue. A 73-year-old woman suffered facial bleeding. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal met metal. Shock followed.
Two sedans collided at Smith Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman driving one sedan was injured, suffering minor facial bleeding and shock. The other driver, a 38-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one driver hurt and both cars damaged.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Young Driver on Hamilton▸Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
Two sedans collided on Hamilton Avenue. Unsafe lane change. Nineteen-year-old driver hurt. Head injury. Shock. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Hamilton Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea. The second occupant's injuries were unspecified.
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclists on Smith Street▸A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
A sedan’s door flung open. Two cyclists ejected. A child hit his head. A woman hurt her back. Driver failed to yield. Distraction behind the wheel. Brooklyn street, danger for the unprotected.
A sedan struck two cyclists on Smith Street at Luquer Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. A 10-year-old boy, riding as a passenger, suffered a head injury and was ejected from the bike. A 48-year-old woman, the cyclist, was also ejected and injured her back. Both wore helmets. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The crash highlights driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Bond Street Arm Injured▸SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.
SUV hit cyclist on Bond Street. Cyclist thrown, arm bruised. Driver failed to yield, ran control. Streets unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. Pain follows.
A station wagon SUV traveling east on Bond Street collided with a northbound cyclist at 1st Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 51-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The SUV's right front bumper struck the cyclist, causing the injury. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but driver errors were the primary factors. No other serious injuries were reported.