Crash Count for Precinct 79
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,085
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,677
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 427
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 19
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 9
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 79?

Nine Dead, Nineteen Broken—Brooklyn Streets Still Run Red

Nine Dead, Nineteen Broken—Brooklyn Streets Still Run Red

Precinct 79: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025

The Toll in Blood and Silence

Nine dead. Nineteen maimed. That is the count in Precinct 79 since 2022. The dead do not speak. The injured limp, or do not walk at all. In the last year alone, two more lives lost, nine left with wounds that will not heal. The numbers do not flinch. They do not lie.

Just last year, a 49-year-old man was killed crossing at Bedford and Lafayette. A 37-year-old worker was crushed on Myrtle and Walworth. An elderly woman, 79, struck and killed on Herkimer and New York Avenue. She was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield. She died in the street, according to NYC Open Data.

The Pattern: Drivers Walk, Victims Don’t

The violence does not stop. On August 2, a 47-year-old man was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam. The driver left him dead and fled. Police reported “A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian… then left the scene.” The body was still warm when the city moved on.

SUVs and trucks do the most harm. Four killed by cars and SUVs. Two by trucks and buses. The old, the young, the worker in the road. No one is spared. The street does not care who you are.

Leaders: Promises and Pauses

The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits. They can ticket reckless drivers. They can stand at the corners where people die and say, Not here, not today. But too often, they wait. The city waits. The state waits. The blood dries and the next name is added to the list.

There is no shortage of plans. There is a shortage of action. “We wait until someone dies. We wait until a tragedy. We wait to say, ‘oh my gosh, how could this possibly have happened?’ We let this happen time and time again,” said State Senator Andrew Gounardes.

What You Can Do: Make Them Hear You

Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand speed enforcement. Demand failure-to-yield tickets. Demand action at every deadly corner.

Do not wait for another body in the street.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 79 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Brooklyn, city council district District 36, assembly district AD 56 and state senate district SD 25.
Which areas are in Precinct 79?
It includes the Bedford-Stuyvesant (West) and Brooklyn CB3 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 33 and District 36, Assembly Districts AD 56 and AD 57, and State Senate District SD 25.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 79?
Cars and SUVs: 4 deaths, 206 minor injuries, 72 moderate injuries, 6 serious injuries. Trucks and buses: 2 deaths, 19 minor injuries, 4 moderate injuries. Motorcycles and mopeds: No deaths, 1 minor injury, 3 moderate injuries. Bikes: No deaths, 6 minor injuries, 8 moderate injuries. See NYC Open Data.
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 79 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and target known crash hotspots. They can issue tickets for speeding and failure to yield, and respond quickly to dangerous conditions. Police have the tools—they just need to use them.
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. Most crashes are preventable. Patterns repeat: failure to yield, speeding, distraction. The same corners claim lives again and again. These are not random acts—they are the result of choices and inaction.
What can local politicians do?
Local politicians can push for lower speed limits, demand street redesigns, and hold agencies accountable for enforcement. They can fund safety improvements and make sure every death is met with action, not delay.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

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Other Representatives

Stefani Zinerman
Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman
District 56
District Office:
1368 Fulton St. 3rd Floor, NW, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Legislative Office:
Room 553, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Chi Ossé
Council Member Chi Ossé
District 36
District Office:
1360 Fulton Street, Suite 500, Brooklyn, NY 11216
718-919-0740
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1743, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7354
Twitter: CMOsse
Jabari Brisport
State Senator Jabari Brisport
District 25
District Office:
906 Broadway 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Legislative Office:
Room 805, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 79 Police Precinct 79 sits in Brooklyn, District 36, AD 56, SD 25.

It contains Brooklyn CB3, Bedford-Stuyvesant (West).

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 79

Distracted Driver Slams Into Oncoming SUV

Two drivers collided left side to left side on Halsey Street. Both hurt. Eye cut. Pick-up and SUV. Distraction and bad lane use listed. Brooklyn night. Metal and flesh met hard.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck and an SUV crashed into each other’s left sides on Halsey Street in Brooklyn at 11:12 p.m. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The pick-up driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered an eye abrasion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles damaged along their left doors. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The impact and injuries show the cost of driver error.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4745438 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Turns Right, Hits Southbound Moped

A 54-year-old male moped driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm after a 2018 SUV made a right turn and struck the moped’s front center. The crash occurred on Franklin Avenue at 1:00 a.m., with driver distraction and unsafe speed cited.

According to the police report, a 2018 Toyota SUV traveling southwest was making a right turn on Franklin Avenue when it collided with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, sustained a contusion bruise to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the moped. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both vehicles, with the moped driver also cited for unsafe speed. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver errors, particularly distraction and unsafe speed, as central causes of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741626 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Driver Ejected in Rear-End Sedan Crash

A 24-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises after a sedan rear-ended him on Bedford Avenue. The crash involved driver inattention and following too closely. The moped rider wore a helmet but endured full-body injuries.

According to the police report, the collision occurred on Bedford Avenue around 5 p.m. A 24-year-old male moped driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling north when a 1998 Audi sedan, also heading north, struck the moped from behind. The impact was centered on the sedan's front end and the moped's rear. The moped driver was ejected and sustained contusions and bruises over his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The moped driver was conscious after the crash. These details highlight the sedan driver's failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, leading to a violent rear-end collision that severely injured the vulnerable moped rider.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741621 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle Slams Parked SUV on Fulton Street

A motorcycle hit a parked SUV on Fulton Street. The rider suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely and inattention. The SUV was empty. Metal and flesh met hard pavement.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Fulton Street in Brooklyn struck a parked Jeep SUV at 17:58. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel hit the SUV's left front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver, a 48-year-old man, suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was wearing a helmet, remained conscious, and was not ejected. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary before impact. No victim actions contributed to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4747497 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bicyclist Ejected, Injured on Lafayette Avenue

A man on a bike hit the pavement hard in Brooklyn. He suffered a neck wound and shock. Police say traffic control was ignored. No other injuries. The street stayed quiet. The system failed him.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his bike and suffered a neck injury with minor bleeding and shock. The crash occurred at 11:54 AM. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor. No other vehicles were damaged and no other injuries were reported. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, as noted in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by cyclists on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743331 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Left Turn Ejects Moped Driver

A 37-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured on Tompkins Avenue after a left-turn crash. Driver inattention and improper lane use led to violent impact and serious leg injuries.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old moped driver was making a left turn on Tompkins Avenue at 21:25 when he collided with a vehicle traveling straight south. The moped's left front quarter panel took the hit, ejecting the driver. He suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The moped driver wore a helmet, but distraction and improper lane use drove the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739457 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Hits Bicyclist on Throop Avenue

A 24-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered back contusions after a collision on Throop Avenue. The crash involved a distracted driver making a left turn. The bicyclist was conscious but injured, with no helmet worn.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:35 on Throop Avenue involving a bicyclist and a vehicle making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained back injuries classified as contusions. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle involved was a 2018 Jeep SUV traveling east, which struck the bicyclist at the center back end. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The driver’s failure to maintain attention while making a left turn directly led to the collision and the bicyclist’s injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744633 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Franklin Avenue

A 50-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on Franklin Avenue. The sedan struck the cyclist's left side doors with its right front quarter panel. Driver inattention and inexperience contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Franklin Avenue involving a sedan and a bicycle traveling southbound. The sedan, driven by an unidentified driver, was going straight ahead when it impacted the bicyclist on the left side doors with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old female, was ejected from her bike and sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. Vehicle damage was noted on the bike's left rear quarter panel, while the sedan showed no damage. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as inattention and lack of experience.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743334 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unlicensed Sedan Driver Hits Parked SUVs on Halsey

A 23-year-old man crashed a sedan into parked SUVs on Halsey Street. He suffered head abrasions. Police cited alcohol and lack of license as factors. The impact left the driver injured and exposed systemic road danger.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old unlicensed man driving a sedan west on Halsey Street crashed into several parked SUVs at 4:05 AM. The driver suffered head abrasions but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. Police listed alcohol involvement and driving without a license as contributing factors. The sedan struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the front and rear bumpers of others. No actions by other road users contributed to the crash. The collision left the sedan driver injured, underscoring the risks posed by impaired and unlicensed driving in New York City.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740528 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Left Turn Strikes Pedestrian Crossing

SUV hit a 30-year-old woman crossing Nostrand Avenue with the signal. Driver failed to yield and was inattentive. Pedestrian suffered full-body bruises. Impact left SUV damaged. System failed to protect her.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old woman was crossing Nostrand Avenue with the signal when a Ford SUV making a left turn struck her. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her entire body. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV's left front quarter panel was damaged in the crash. The incident underscores driver errors in yielding and attention as direct causes of the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737761 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Hits Bicyclist on Brooklyn Avenue

A 51-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered full-body contusions after a collision caused by driver inattention and following too closely. The crash occurred on Brooklyn Avenue, leaving the rider injured but conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Brooklyn Avenue involving a bicyclist and an unspecified vehicle traveling south. The bicyclist, a 51-year-old man, was ejected and sustained contusions across his entire body. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front quarter panel, while the bicyclist's bike was struck on the right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and safe following distance directly contributed to the collision and the bicyclist’s injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737765 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Moped Driver Hits Woman on Greene

A moped driver, distracted, struck a 37-year-old woman crossing Greene Avenue. She suffered severe injuries—fractures, dislocations. Slippery pavement and inattention led to the crash. The moped showed no damage.

According to the police report, a moped traveling east on Greene Avenue struck a 37-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered serious injuries to her entire body, including fractures and dislocations, but remained conscious after the impact. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, with 'Pavement Slippery' also noted. The moped was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No damage was reported to the moped. The driver’s lack of attention and the road conditions directly resulted in the pedestrian’s severe injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737082 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Makes Improper U-Turn, Injures Bicyclist

A sedan executing an improper U-turn struck a bicyclist traveling east on Flushing Avenue. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. The driver’s error caused the collision, leaving the rider injured but conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:28 on Flushing Avenue. A sedan traveling west was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the driver of the sedan. The bicyclist, a 45-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The cyclist was conscious at the scene but was injured. The bike showed no damage, and the sedan’s right front bumper was the point of impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle during the improper turn. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741390 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Turns Wrong, Strikes Elderly Scooter Rider

SUV cut right on Nostrand. Hit a 73-year-old scooter driver. Rider suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turn, driver inattention. Brooklyn street, broad daylight. Impact left the scooterist hurt.

According to the police report, an SUV made an improper right turn on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn and struck a 73-year-old motorscooter driver. The crash happened at 17:58. The SUV driver was cited for 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The scooter rider, who wore a helmet, suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no damage to the scooter but notes abrasions and a moderate injury severity. The rider was conscious and not ejected. The police report highlights the SUV driver's failure to turn properly and lack of attention as direct causes of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734221 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Injured in Lafayette Crash

A 9-year-old unlicensed e-bike rider suffered a back injury and concussion after colliding with a sedan on Lafayette Avenue. The e-bike driver was partially ejected. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as contributing factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:05 on Lafayette Avenue involving a sedan and an e-bike. The e-bike driver, a 9-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained a back injury and concussion. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the e-bike rider. The e-bike was traveling south, and the sedan was traveling east, both going straight ahead at the time of impact. The sedan's left front bumper struck the e-bike's center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and female, while the e-bike driver was unlicensed. The report does not indicate any victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention and inexperience, particularly involving vulnerable young e-bike riders.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736986 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Bike on De Kalb Avenue

A sedan traveling west on De Kalb Avenue struck a bicyclist also heading west. The sedan's left side doors took the impact. The bike rider suffered injuries. Police cited improper lane usage by the sedan as a contributing factor in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:50 on De Kalb Avenue involving a 2018 Ford sedan and a bicycle, both traveling west. The sedan was impacted on its left side doors, indicating a side collision with the bike. The bicyclist, a female with a learner's permit, was injured but the report does not list any contributing factors related to her behavior. The sedan driver, a 49-year-old male, sustained a contusion to his lower leg and foot but was not ejected from the vehicle. The police report explicitly cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error on the part of the sedan operator. No other contributing factors were specified. The bike sustained no vehicle damage, emphasizing the vulnerability of the rider in this collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733975 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle Hits SUV Making Left Turn on Lafayette

A motorcycle struck the left side of an SUV turning left on Lafayette Avenue. The motorcyclist, partially ejected and wearing a helmet, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Lafayette Avenue collided with a 2022 Ford SUV making a left turn. The point of impact was the SUV's left side doors, sustaining damage there. The motorcyclist, a 31-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers, with the motorcyclist also noted for driver inexperience. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east with two occupants. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and inexperience in multi-vehicle collisions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732177 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Brooklyn Driver Rear-Ends Bicyclist Stopped in Traffic

A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a vehicle rear-ended him on Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver failed to maintain a safe distance, striking the cyclist’s center back end. The cyclist suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Throop Avenue in Brooklyn around midnight. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was stopped in traffic when a vehicle traveling north behind him struck the center back end of his bike. The contributing factor cited was the driver’s failure to maintain a safe following distance, described as "Following Too Closely." The impact ejected the bicyclist, causing chest abrasions and an injury severity rated at level 3. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The vehicle involved, a 2020 Cadillac SUV, showed no damage despite the collision. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s actions. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions caused by driver inattention or misjudgment of stopping distances.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4728841 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Driver Ejected in Sedan Collision

A moped driver was ejected and suffered abrasions after a collision with a sedan on Greene Avenue. The crash involved driver inattention or distraction. The moped sustained no damage despite the impact to its left front quarter panel.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Greene Avenue involving a 2023 Zhilo moped and a sedan, both traveling east. The moped driver, a 39-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped was impacted on its left front quarter panel but showed no damage. The sedan struck the moped on its right front quarter panel. The sedan had no occupants at the time. The moped driver remained conscious despite the injuries. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions involving vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4730852 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Van Driver Hits Moped Rider

A van driver distracted by inattention struck a moped rider traveling west on De Kalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, unlicensed and ejected from the vehicle, suffered head injuries and abrasions. The van showed no damage despite the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at noon on De Kalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The van driver, a licensed male, was entering a parked position when he collided with a westbound moped. The moped driver, a 46-year-old unlicensed female occupant, was ejected and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the van driver. The van's right front quarter panel made contact with the moped's left front bumper, which sustained damage while the van showed none. The moped driver was conscious but injured, with no mention of contributing victim behaviors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and the severe consequences for vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4727338 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04