Crash Count for Precinct 78
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,400
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,781
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 373
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 23
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 7
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025
Carnage in Precinct 78
Killed 6
Crush Injuries 7
Lower leg/foot 5
Head 2
Amputation 1
Back 1
Severe Bleeding 7
Head 5
Face 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Severe Lacerations 7
Head 3
Face 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Neck 1
Concussion 20
Head 9
+4
Lower leg/foot 4
Lower arm/hand 3
Shoulder/upper arm 3
Chest 1
Whiplash 24
Neck 12
+7
Back 4
Head 4
Lower arm/hand 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Whole body 1
Contusion/Bruise 113
Lower leg/foot 36
+31
Head 20
+15
Lower arm/hand 18
+13
Shoulder/upper arm 14
+9
Back 10
+5
Hip/upper leg 8
+3
Neck 5
Chest 2
Face 2
Whole body 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Abrasion 67
Lower leg/foot 23
+18
Lower arm/hand 22
+17
Head 7
+2
Shoulder/upper arm 7
+2
Whole body 4
Face 3
Hip/upper leg 3
Neck 1
Pain/Nausea 30
Lower leg/foot 9
+4
Back 6
+1
Whole body 5
Lower arm/hand 4
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Head 3
Neck 2
Chest 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 78?

Preventable Speeding in Precinct 78 School Zones

(since 2022)
Blood on the Asphalt: Hold Precinct 78 Accountable Now

Blood on the Asphalt: Hold Precinct 78 Accountable Now

Precinct 78: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 16, 2025

The Toll in Plain Sight

In Precinct 78, the numbers do not lie. Three people are dead. Fifteen more have suffered serious injuries. Since 2022, there have been 2,479 crashes. The wounded are not just numbers—they are neighbors, children, elders. In the last year alone, one person was killed and 384 injured. The blood dries, but the pain lingers.

A 71-year-old cyclist lost his life on West Drive. A 72-year-old woman was struck and killed by a taxi at Flatbush and 5th. The street does not care if you are young or old. It takes without warning.

The Pattern: Cars, Trucks, Bikes, and Blood

Cars and SUVs have done the most harm—one death, 124 minor injuries, 44 moderate, three serious. Trucks and buses left 13 injured. Bikes caused 22 injuries, including one serious. The numbers are cold, but the stories are not. A cyclist ejected after a crash. A pedestrian never making it across the street.

Leadership: Promises and Pressure

The city has tools. Speed limits can be enforced. Tickets can be written. Hotspots can be watched. But action is not automatic. It takes pressure. It takes voices raised. It takes the will to see the dead and say, enough.

The police can do more. They can crack down on speeding, reckless driving, and failure to yield. They can target the corners where people keep getting hurt. They can make it clear that the law is not just words on paper.

The Words That Remain

A relative, after a recent crash, said, “It’s devastating. It’s affecting everyone in our family, especially (Ruiz’s) mom. Maddy was her only daughter.” said her daughter. The pain does not fade. Another voice, after a double fatality, said, “We are deeply saddened by the tragic deaths of two individuals in Sunset Park this morning. Our thoughts are with their families and loved ones.” said police.

What You Can Do

This is not fate. These are not accidents. Demand action. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Tell them to enforce the law, to slow the cars, to protect the people who walk and ride. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.

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
Twitter: @zellnor4ny
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

13
Taxi Strikes Elderly Bicyclist on 7 Avenue

Sep 13 - A 73-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in Brooklyn after a taxi struck his bike’s left side. The crash happened at night on 7 Avenue. The rider suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver distraction as a factor.

According to the police report, a taxi starting from parking struck a bicyclist traveling north on 7 Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors and the taxi’s left front bumper. The 73-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries, including contusions. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were specified. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4663577 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
13
Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Injured in Brooklyn Crash

Sep 13 - An unlicensed e-bike driver sped east on 6 Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveled south. The e-bike struck the sedan’s right front bumper. The rider suffered a neck fracture and dislocation. Police cited unsafe speed and driver distraction as causes.

According to the police report, a 43-year-old male e-bike driver, unlicensed and traveling east on 6 Avenue, collided with a southbound sedan at the intersection near Berkeley Place in Brooklyn. The e-bike struck the sedan’s right front bumper, causing center front-end damage to the bike. The rider sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated neck injury but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and female. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving in Brooklyn.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4662363 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
12
Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Injured in Brooklyn Collision

Sep 12 - An unlicensed e-bike driver struck a BMW sedan turning right in Brooklyn. The e-bike hit the sedan’s front bumper. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as factors.

According to the police report, an 18-year-old male e-bike driver collided with a BMW sedan making a right turn in Brooklyn’s 4th Avenue area. The e-bike struck the sedan’s right front bumper with its center front end. The e-bike driver, who was unlicensed, sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling south. The e-bike driver wore a helmet. The crash highlights driver errors related to lane use and vehicle interaction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4661760 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
9
E-Bike and Bike Collide on Brooklyn Avenue

Sep 9 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on 5 Avenue near Baltic Street. The 24-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered bruises and arm injuries. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the violent impact. Both vehicles hit center front ends.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between an e-bike and a bike on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 24-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead and collided at their center front ends. The injured rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted riding and excessive speed among cyclists.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4661119 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
5
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Against Signal in Brooklyn

Sep 5 - 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 2025-09-19
5
SUV Hits Sedan on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn

Sep 5 - 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 2025-09-19
4
Convertible Backs Into Pedestrian on Dean Street

Sep 4 - A 66-year-old woman suffered a neck injury when a convertible backed into her on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The driver failed to back safely. The pedestrian was conscious and complained of internal pain. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a convertible was backing southeast on Dean Street in Brooklyn when it struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained a neck injury and was conscious at the scene, complaining of internal pain. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error in maneuvering the vehicle. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The pedestrian's injury severity was classified as moderate. No other factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659459 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
4
SUV Passenger Injured in Atlantic Avenue Crash

Sep 4 - 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 2025-09-19
2
E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision

Sep 2 - A 24-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and arm injuries. The crash involved driver distraction. The rider was helmeted and conscious after impact.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash occurred on Atlantic Avenue near Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was traveling south, going straight ahead, when the collision happened. The vehicle involved was also going straight westbound. The rider was wearing a helmet and remained conscious after the crash. The report does not indicate any other contributing factors or blame the victim.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4658948 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
30
SUV Turns Right, Injures Bicyclist on 3 Street

Aug 30 - 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 2025-09-19
26
E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Pickup Crash

Aug 26 - 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 2025-09-19
25
Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Road Rage Crash

Aug 25 - 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 2025-09-19
24
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Crash

Aug 24 - 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 2025-09-19
10
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan in Brooklyn

Aug 10 - 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 2025-09-19
6
E-Bike Collides With Parked Sedan in Brooklyn

Aug 6 - 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 2025-09-19
28
Brooklyn Bike Hits Child on Prospect Park West

Jul 28 - 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 2025-09-19
23
SUV Hits Pedestrian Working in Brooklyn Intersection

Jul 23 - 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 2025-09-19
20
Motorcycle Strikes SUV Right Side in Brooklyn

Jul 20 - 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 2025-09-19
12
Garbage Truck Hits E-Bike on Sterling Place

Jul 12 - 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 2025-09-19
11
E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn

Jul 11 - 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 2025-09-19