Crash Count for Precinct 78
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,607
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,361
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 287
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 15
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 4
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 78?

Flatbush Bleeds While City Waits

Flatbush Bleeds While City Waits

Precinct 78: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025

The Toll on Our Streets

A woman steps into the crosswalk at Flatbush and 5th. A taxi hits her. She dies. Another woman, sixty, is struck at Flatbush and 4th. She is left unconscious, her head crushed. In three and a half years, two people have died and fifteen have been seriously injured on the streets of Precinct 78. The wounded number over a thousand. The dead do not come back. The injured carry it forever. NYC Open Data

Cars, SUVs, and taxis are the main weapons. They killed two, seriously hurt four, and left dozens with broken bodies. Bikes and motorcycles also draw blood, but the carnage comes on four wheels.

The System Responds—Slowly

The city promises change. The Department of Transportation says Flatbush Avenue “doesn’t work for anyone. Almost 70,000 daily bus riders are stuck waiting too long for slow buses, drivers are caught in a mess of traffic, and pedestrians are left crossing intersections clogged with vehicles.” DOT statement

The plan: center-running bus lanes, boarding islands, fewer car lanes. A corridor for people, not just cars. “Our proposal would address each of these issues and create a world-class, welcoming corridor for everyone,” says DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Commissioner Rodriguez’s proposal

But the work is not done. The city has not shared the block-by-block plan. Parking may stay. The bus lanes may not be protected. The danger remains for those on foot and bike. Since 2019, 55 people have been killed or severely injured on Flatbush Avenue alone. Flatbush Avenue toll

The Role of Precinct 78

The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits. They can ticket reckless drivers. They can target crash hotspots. They can act—if they choose to see the problem.

What Comes Next

Every day without action is another day of risk. The city must finish the Flatbush redesign, protect bus lanes, and harden crossings. The precinct must crack down on speeding and failure to yield. Local leaders must hear from you.

Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand safer streets. Take Action

Citations

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Other Representatives

Robert Carroll
Assembly Member Robert Carroll
District 44
District Office:
416 7th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11215
Legislative Office:
Room 557, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Alexa Avilés
Council Member Alexa Avilés
District 38
District Office:
4417 4th Avenue, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11220
718-439-9012
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1746, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
Twitter: AlexaAviles
Zellnor Myrie
State Senator Zellnor Myrie
District 20
District Office:
1077 Nostrand Ave. Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Legislative Office:
Room 806, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 78 Police Precinct 78 sits in Brooklyn, District 38, AD 44, SD 20.

It contains Brooklyn CB55, Brooklyn CB6, Park Slope, Prospect Heights, Prospect Park.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 78

Pedestrian Hit Crossing Against Signal in Brooklyn

A 48-year-old man suffered a head injury after a sedan struck him on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the vehicle traveling south hit his left side. He was diagnosed with a concussion.

According to the police report, a 48-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2023 Hyundai sedan traveling south on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The collision occurred when the pedestrian crossed against the signal at the intersection. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian on its left side doors, causing a head injury classified as a concussion. The report lists the pedestrian's action as crossing against the signal but does not specify any contributing driver errors. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659806 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUV Hits Sedan on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn

A Ford SUV struck a Toyota sedan on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers were injured. The SUV’s right front bumper hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. Two occupants in the SUV suffered internal injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard.

According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling east on 4 Avenue collided with a 2012 Toyota sedan traveling north. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The SUV carried two occupants, both injured with internal complaints: a 30-year-old male driver with knee and leg injuries and a 34-year-old female front passenger with back injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts. The sedan had one male driver who was licensed in New Jersey. The report lists the contributing factor as "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659522 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Passenger Injured in Atlantic Avenue Crash

A sedan turned left into an SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front passenger took the blow. Head trauma. Whiplash. Driver inattention listed. Brooklyn street, early morning, steel and flesh collide.

According to the police report, a 2021 sedan making a left turn on Atlantic Avenue struck a 2017 SUV traveling straight east. The SUV’s right front quarter panel hit the sedan’s left front bumper. A 25-year-old man riding in the SUV’s front seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659316 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Turns Right, Injures Bicyclist on 3 Street

A 38-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn on 3 Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved failure to yield and following too closely. The cyclist remained conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a 2022 Ford SUV made a right turn on 3 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead when the SUV turned right, causing a collision. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The impact occurred at the center front end of the bike, which also sustained damage. The SUV had one occupant and was traveling east.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4658547 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Pickup Crash

A 24-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and injured in a collision with a pickup truck on Bergen Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike was partially ejected and injured after colliding with a pickup truck traveling west on Bergen Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both the bicyclist and the truck driver. The pickup truck had no visible damage and was going straight ahead. The e-bike was parked before the crash and struck on its left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in Brooklyn traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4657201 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Road Rage Crash

A 22-year-old woman was struck on Warren Street in Brooklyn. The driver showed aggressive driving. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The vehicle had no visible damage. The victim was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Warren Street in Brooklyn after a collision involving aggressive driving and road rage. The 22-year-old female pedestrian was at an intersection when the incident occurred. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was traveling west, going straight ahead, and showed no damage after the crash. The pedestrian was conscious and complaining of pain at the scene. No driver license or vehicle details were provided. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4656915 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Crash

A 34-year-old man on an e-scooter was struck on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan hit the scooter’s right side doors. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The crash involved disregarded traffic control and unsafe speed.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn involving a sedan traveling west and an e-scooter traveling north. The e-scooter driver, a 34-year-old man, was struck on the right side doors by the sedan’s center front end. He was ejected from the scooter and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed" by the e-scooter driver. The rider was not wearing any safety equipment. No other occupants were involved. The sedan had damage to its center front end, while the e-scooter’s right front quarter panel was damaged.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4656714 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan in Brooklyn

A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan carried three occupants. A 9-year-old girl in the rear seat suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash was caused by driver inattention and other vehicular factors.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling south on 3 Avenue rear-ended a sedan also heading south. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the truck. The sedan carried three occupants, including a 9-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat who was injured with a head injury and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as "Other Vehicular" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." No contributing factors related to the victim were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and its impact on vehicle occupants.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4653570 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Bike Collides With Parked Sedan in Brooklyn

An e-bike struck a parked sedan on 14 Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike driver, 48, fractured his hip and upper leg. The sedan driver was distracted and improperly changed lanes. The crash caused left-side damage to both vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred when an e-bike traveling southwest collided with a parked sedan on 14 Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike driver, a 48-year-old man, suffered a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg. The sedan driver was cited for improper passing or lane usage and passenger distraction. The e-bike struck the sedan’s left side doors, damaging both vehicles. The e-bike driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of his vehicle. The sedan was also occupied by a single licensed male driver. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4656157 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Brooklyn Bike Hits Child on Prospect Park West

A bike struck a 6-year-old girl on Prospect Park West. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Police cited unsafe speed and distraction. The child went into shock.

According to the police report, a bike traveling southeast on Prospect Park West struck a 6-year-old girl. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and went into shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The child was not ejected. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4651999 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Hits Pedestrian Working in Brooklyn Intersection

A 32-year-old man was struck by an SUV on 6 Avenue near Pacific Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was working in the roadway when the vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. He suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm.

According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling west on 6 Avenue struck a 32-year-old male pedestrian working in the roadway at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The point of impact was the left side doors of the vehicle, which sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Following Too Closely. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but no helmet or signaling factors were noted. The driver was licensed and the vehicle carried four occupants.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4648087 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle Strikes SUV Right Side in Brooklyn

A motorcycle hit the right side of an SUV on 8 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 55-year-old male motorcyclist was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries plus a concussion. Both drivers were distracted. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet.

According to the police report, a 2018 Kawasaki motorcycle traveling north struck the right side doors of a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling west on 8 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 55-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. Additionally, the motorcyclist was noted for improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end, while the motorcycle was damaged on its right side doors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4648525 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Garbage Truck Hits E-Bike on Sterling Place

A garbage truck struck a 40-year-old male e-bicyclist on Sterling Place. The rider suffered neck abrasions but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a garbage truck traveling west on Sterling Place collided with a northbound e-bike. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The truck, driven by a licensed male driver, showed no damage despite striking the e-bike's center front end with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered moderate injury. The crash highlights the dangers posed by large vehicles disregarding traffic controls in shared road spaces.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4645070 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn

An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4650210 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash

A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.

According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4646219 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash

A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4643150 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash

A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.

According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4643136 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bicyclist Injured Reacting to Uninvolved Vehicle

A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Bergen Street. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries after reacting to an uninvolved vehicle. The cyclist was wearing a helmet and remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on Bergen Street was injured when he reacted to an uninvolved vehicle. The bicyclist sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the cyclist's response to another vehicle triggered the incident. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet and was not ejected from his bike. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The report does not indicate any failure to yield or other driver errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4643145 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn

A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641472 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedans Smash Fronts on Atlantic Avenue

Two sedans crashed head-on at Atlantic Avenue. One driver, 28, took a blow to the head and suffered a concussion. Police cited failure to yield. Metal twisted. The injured man stayed conscious.

According to the police report, two sedans collided at 625 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash left a 28-year-old male driver with a head injury and concussion. Both vehicles struck at the left front bumper. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both drivers held valid licenses. The injured driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or victim errors appear in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4639973 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04