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

E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision

An e-bike rider was injured and ejected after a collision on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved a Chevrolet SUV. Police cite the vehicle driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as a key factor in the impact and injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:41 on 5 Avenue near 14 Street in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering contusions and upper arm injuries, and was ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" by the other vehicle, a Chevrolet SUV, which collided with the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The SUV sustained no damage, indicating the force of impact was primarily absorbed by the e-bike and its rider. The e-bike rider was conscious after the crash but sustained serious injuries. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior or safety equipment. The collision highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to maintain safe passing distances around vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741875 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Taxi Slams Pedestrian at Flatbush and 4th

A southbound taxi struck a 60-year-old woman crossing Flatbush at 4th. Her head hit pavement. Limbs crushed. She lay unconscious as sirens broke the quiet. The cab’s front end crumpled, the street marked by violence and silence.

According to the police report, a southbound taxi struck a 60-year-old woman at the intersection of Flatbush Avenue and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn at 23:17. The report states the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: her head hit first, and she suffered crush injuries to her limbs. She was found unconscious at the scene. The taxi’s center front end was wrecked, indicating a direct, forceful impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, and does not cite any specific driver error. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the vulnerability of the pedestrian, who was in the intersection when struck.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739975 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Brooklyn Sedan Collision Causes Injuries

Two sedans collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring a female driver and her male passenger. Both suffered bruises and contusions, with upper arm and back injuries reported. The crash involved improper passing and unsafe lane changes.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided, involving a 29-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male front-seat passenger. Both occupants were injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to the shoulder, upper arm, and back. The female driver was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors as central to the collision. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left rear quarter panel and front bumpers, confirming the impact points consistent with the described driver errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739911 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Moped on Union Street

A sedan turning left collided with a southbound moped on Union Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and improper passing as causes of the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:50 AM on Union Street, Brooklyn. A sedan traveling north was making a left turn when it struck a southbound moped. The moped driver, a 51-year-old male, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain safe distance and improper passing maneuvers. The moped driver was not ejected and was using a harness. The sedan’s point of impact was the right front bumper, while the moped’s undercarriage was damaged. These details highlight the sedan driver’s critical mistakes leading to the collision and serious injury of the vulnerable moped rider.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738353 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A distracted driver making a left turn struck a 41-year-old man crossing 5 Avenue with the signal in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered arm injuries and shock. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention at intersections.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 on 5 Avenue near President Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a left turn when the vehicle's center front end struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor to the collision. No other vehicle or driver details were provided. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This incident highlights the critical role of driver distraction in causing harm to vulnerable road users even when they follow crossing rules.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736503 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Brooklyn Bicyclists Collide on East Drive

Two bicyclists collided head-on on East Drive in Brooklyn. A 12-year-old boy suffered bruises and injuries to his lower leg. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way, according to the police report.

According to the police report, two bicyclists traveling in opposite directions on East Drive collided head-on at around 4 p.m. in Brooklyn. The 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. Both bicyclists were riding straight ahead before impact, which occurred at the center front end of their bikes. The injured bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. No other contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were listed. The collision highlights the dangers of right-of-way violations among cyclists in shared road spaces.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736102 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Van and Sedan Collide on Union Street

A van and sedan collided head-on and side-on at Union Street in Brooklyn. Two vehicle occupants suffered injuries including shoulder and chest trauma. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, a 2021 van traveling east and a 2016 sedan traveling north collided at Union Street in Brooklyn around 11:40 AM. The van struck the sedan with its center front end, impacting the sedan's left front quarter panel and left side doors. The sedan carried three occupants, including a 49-year-old female driver who was injured with chest pain and nausea, restrained by a lap belt and harness. A 32-year-old female rear passenger in the sedan suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver errors and systemic dangers at this intersection.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734903 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal

A 35-year-old woman was struck by an eastbound SUV on Flatbush Avenue while crossing against the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was semiconscious. The driver was distracted, causing the collision at an intersection.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2011 Toyota SUV traveling eastbound on Flatbush Avenue near 6 Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:14 a.m. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the intersection when the vehicle impacted her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in a semiconscious state. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The pedestrian’s crossing against the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor by the police report. The collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736643 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Hits Bicyclist on 3 Avenue

A bicyclist was ejected and fractured his elbow after colliding with a parked SUV on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash was caused by driver inattention. The cyclist was conscious but seriously injured, highlighting dangers from distracted driving.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on 3 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. A 33-year-old male bicyclist was traveling west when he collided with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, classified as a severe injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness led to the collision. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. This incident underscores the lethal risks posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734493 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Lane Change Ejects E-Scooter Driver

E-scooter driver thrown and badly hurt on Eastern Parkway. Improper lane use by another vehicle led to fractures and dislocations. Impact struck center back end. System failed to protect the vulnerable.

According to the police report, a crash on Eastern Parkway at 17:46 involved an e-scooter and another vehicle. The e-scooter driver, a 50-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The other vehicle was changing lanes when it struck the center back end of the e-scooter. The injured driver wore a helmet, but the report does not cite victim behavior as a cause. This crash shows the danger of improper lane changes for vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733840 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian on 4th Avenue

A sedan hit a 57-year-old man crossing 4th Avenue. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a serious head injury. Fractures and dislocation. He was conscious but badly hurt. Brooklyn streets, late at night.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 57-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a serious head injury, including fractures and dislocation, and was conscious at the scene. The crash happened at 22:18. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the pedestrian, damaging the left front bumper. No contributing factors were assigned to the pedestrian. The police report attributes the collision to the driver’s lack of attention.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733771 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Sedan Hits E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn

A sedan traveling west struck an e-bike rider going south on 4 Avenue. The e-bike driver, partially ejected and injured, suffered abrasions and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the collision.

According to the police report, at 16:20 on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan traveling west collided with an e-bike traveling south. The e-bike driver, a 31-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, highlighting the sedan driver's failure to maintain attention. The sedan's point of impact was its left front bumper, striking the e-bike's left rear quarter panel. The e-bike sustained front-end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured e-bike rider was conscious but injured, wearing a helmet. The collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in Brooklyn's streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4731794 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Parked Bike

SUV driver hit a parked bike on Vanderbilt Avenue. Impact crushed the SUV’s left doors. Police cite inexperience and distraction. Driver suffered shock. No injuries to others. System failed to protect the street.

A 34-year-old man driving a Honda SUV struck a parked bike on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV hit the bike, damaging the vehicle’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver experienced shock but was not ejected and suffered no bodily injury. No injuries were reported for others. No victim actions contributed to the crash. This incident underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4729294 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Collision

An e-bike rider was violently ejected after a collision with an SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The impact struck the bike’s left side and the SUV’s front right. The rider suffered serious leg injuries and shock, while driver distraction was cited.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male e-bike rider, traveling north and making a right turn, was struck on the left side doors by a Nissan SUV traveling east and going straight. The e-bike rider was ejected from the vehicle and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at 3. He was reported to be in shock and complained of pain or nausea. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front quarter panel of the SUV.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4727267 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On in Brooklyn

Two sedans met steel to steel at 8th Avenue and Union. Both drivers distracted. Metal folded. A 46-year-old man, unbelted, crushed at the knee. The street fell silent, bearing the cost of inattention.

According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at the corner of 8th Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn at 20:14. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report states, "Both drivers distracted." The impact left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The police report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The injured man was not wearing a seatbelt, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Additionally, a 41-year-old female front passenger suffered chest injuries and a concussion. The narrative describes the aftermath: "Metal folded. A 46-year-old man, unbelted, crushed at the knee. Both drivers distracted. The street fell quiet, holding the weight of what could not be undone." The collision underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4727274 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue

A motorcycle struck the rear of an SUV traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the primary contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:11 AM on Flatbush Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 34-year-old male motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, collided with the center back end of a northbound SUV. The motorcyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating driver error on the motorcycle operator’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The motorcyclist was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4726541 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Backs Into Pedestrian at Intersection

A 53-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a concussion and upper arm injury when a vehicle backing on 4 Avenue struck him. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers posed by distracted driving in Brooklyn intersections.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 4 Avenue and 8 Street in Brooklyn around 1:45 p.m. The 53-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle backing up struck him. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice, emphasizing the driver’s failure to maintain awareness during the backing maneuver. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury but remained conscious. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The vehicle involved was unspecified in type and had no occupants besides the driver. This incident underscores the systemic danger of driver distraction during complex vehicle movements like backing in busy urban intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4727452 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Brooklyn Avenue

A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a Ford sedan collided with his bike on 7 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as the sedan was slowing, distracted by passengers. The cyclist remained conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 4:00 PM on 7 Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2016 Ford sedan and a bicyclist traveling southwest. The sedan was slowing or stopping when its right front bumper struck the left front bumper of the bike. The bicyclist, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in this collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4725067 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Distracted SUV Driver Collides with Sedan in Brooklyn

A distracted SUV driver struck a sedan traveling north on Union Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers suffered injuries including whiplash and burns. The SUV hit the sedan’s right front quarter panel, causing moderate vehicle damage and driver injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Union Street near 8 Avenue in Brooklyn at 16:15. A 28-year-old female SUV driver, traveling west and going straight ahead, was inattentive and disregarded traffic control, leading to a collision with a northbound sedan. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right front quarter panel with its left front bumper. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver sustained a moderate burn to her elbow and lower arm, while the sedan driver, a 49-year-old male, suffered whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors as central to the crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4724799 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Severely Injured by Northbound Bicycle

A 60-year-old man suffered severe whole-body injuries and lost consciousness after being struck by a northbound cyclist on East Drive in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was off intersection, with unspecified contributing factors noted in the police report.

According to the police report, a 60-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a bicycle traveling northbound on East Drive in Brooklyn at 18:54. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body and was unconscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle. The pedestrian was located off an intersection, and the report lists unspecified contributing factors for both the pedestrian and the incident. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The cyclist was going straight ahead prior to the collision. The report does not indicate any helmet use or crossing signal involvement. The focus remains on the collision dynamics and the severe injuries sustained by the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4724437 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04