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A 21-year-old male driver suffered head injuries after a collision on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, improper lane usage caused the crash between two sedans. The injured driver was not ejected and showed signs of shock.

At 14:02 on Fulton Street near Franklin Avenue in Brooklyn, a collision occurred involving two sedans, one registered in Illinois and the other in New York. According to the police report, the driver of the Illinois-registered BMW was traveling westbound and impacted the left rear bumper of the parked Toyota sedan. The primary contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. The 21-year-old male driver of the BMW sustained head injuries classified as severity level 3 and was reported to be in shock. He was not ejected from the vehicle and was not wearing safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane usage in Brooklyn traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775982, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a distracted driver struck him on Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact hit the cyclist’s left side, causing contusions and arm injuries. The driver’s inattention led to the violent collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Flushing Avenue near Spencer Street in Brooklyn at 2:35 p.m. A bicyclist traveling west was struck on his left side by a vehicle also traveling west. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The vehicle involved had damage to its left side doors, indicating the point of impact. The bicyclist was conscious but injured, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior, focusing instead on the driver’s failure to maintain attention.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4776311, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan struck the right side of a fire truck traveling west on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The fire truck driver suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the collision occurred at 14:34 on Nostrand Avenue near Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south struck the right side doors of a westbound fire truck. The fire truck driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed, and the fire truck was going straight ahead when struck. The sedan's point of impact was its center front end, indicating it hit the fire truck's right side. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4777751, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.

Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.

• Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest, Gothamist, Published 2024-11-27

A 63-year-old woman crossing Tompkins Avenue was struck by a southbound cyclist. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding, entering shock. The bike showed no damage. The crash occurred at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal.

According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being hit by a cyclist traveling south on Tompkins Avenue near Martin Luther King Jr Place in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when the collision occurred. She sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported to be in shock. The cyclist's vehicle, a bike, showed no damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact, striking the pedestrian at the center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No safety equipment or pedestrian fault was noted in the report. The focus remains on the impact and injuries sustained by the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775551, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 15-year-old bicyclist suffered head abrasions after a collision on Franklin Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved a vehicle disregarding traffic control. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet and remained conscious despite injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:42 AM on Franklin Avenue in Brooklyn. A 15-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a vehicle disregarded traffic control, leading to a collision. The bicyclist sustained head abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this was not cited as a contributing factor by the police. The vehicle involved was traveling west, and the bicyclist was traveling south. The impact occurred at the center front end of the vehicle, damaging the right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771378, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Jeep SUV making a right turn struck two pedestrians crossing with the signal on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. Both victims, a 1-year-old boy and a 49-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to face and lower limbs. Driver inattention caused the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Kingston Avenue near Fulton Street in Brooklyn. A Jeep SUV was making a right turn when it failed to yield right-of-way to two pedestrians crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The victims, a 1-year-old male pedestrian and a 49-year-old female pedestrian, were both injured with contusions and bruises—one to the face and the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene. The impact point was the center front end of the SUV. No driver license or occupant information was provided. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing victim behavior noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771365, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs collided on Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. Driver inattention led to a rear-end impact. Both vehicle occupants suffered whiplash and neck or back injuries. The crash left both drivers conscious but injured, revealing dangers of distracted driving in city traffic.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Throop Avenue in Brooklyn at noon. Two SUVs traveling north collided, with the BMW striking the left rear bumper of a parked Chrysler SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The BMW driver, licensed in New York, was going straight ahead when the impact occurred. Both vehicles sustained damage to their bumpers. Two occupants were injured: a 69-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female front passenger, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Injuries included whiplash, neck, and back pain, with injury severity rated as moderate (3). No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the risks posed by driver distraction in urban environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769263, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bicyclist was partially ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan making a left turn on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The driver’s inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:26 on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting the sedan driver’s failure to maintain focus during the maneuver. The bicyclist’s confusion or error is also noted but not specified as a cause. The sedan driver was licensed, while the bicyclist was unlicensed. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the cyclist. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of cyclists in left-turn collisions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766784, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 62-year-old woman suffered full-body injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and was left in shock.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:25 on Spencer Street near De Kalb Avenue in Brooklyn. A 62-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 Honda sedan, traveling northwest, made a right turn and struck her with its right front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, emphasizing the driver's error in not yielding to the pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the time of impact and suffered injuries to her entire body, resulting in shock. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield, particularly at intersections where pedestrians have the right-of-way.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767504, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 90-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willoughby Avenue was struck by a vehicle making a left turn. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian with abrasions and arm injuries.

According to the police report, a 90-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Willoughby Avenue at 13:58. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling east made a left turn and struck him with the center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver’s failure to yield and distraction directly led to the collision. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage was reported at the center front end, confirming the point of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765977, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV making an improper left turn struck the rear quarter panel of a northbound ambulance on Marcy Avenue. The ambulance driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and was left in shock with complaints of pain and nausea.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Marcy Avenue at 18:23. A station wagon/SUV was making a left turn when it collided with the center front end of a northbound EMS ambulance. The SUV's point of impact was its left rear quarter panel, indicating the improper turning maneuver caused the collision. The ambulance driver, a 37-year-old female occupant, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error on the SUV operator's part. There are no contributing factors noted for the ambulance driver. The ambulance sustained damage to its center front end, while the SUV was damaged on the left rear quarter panel. No victims were ejected, and all drivers held valid licenses.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767501, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 34-year-old woman suffered severe leg injuries when a sedan making a right turn hit her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, causing a fractured and dislocated lower limb.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Nostrand Avenue was making a right turn at 12:32 when it struck a 34-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and disregard of traffic control as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which suffered damage consistent with the collision. The driver was licensed and operating a 1986 Mercedes sedan alone. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and not cited for any contributing behavior. This crash highlights the critical role of driver errors in pedestrian injuries at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764724, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling south on Tompkins Avenue collided head-on with a westbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion and was injured but conscious. The crash involved a driver disregarding traffic control, causing serious harm to the vulnerable rider.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a sedan on Tompkins Avenue near Halsey Street in Brooklyn at 10:30 AM. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling straight south when it struck the bicyclist traveling west. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the crash. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. This driver error led directly to the collision and injury of the vulnerable road user.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767493, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 71-year-old man suffered severe leg fractures after a sedan traveling east struck him at an intersection. The driver’s inattention and unsafe speed contributed to the collision. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when hit.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Gates Avenue struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the vehicle impacted him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. The vehicle was going straight ahead with no reported damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The police report explicitly identifies the driver’s inattention and unsafe speed as causes, emphasizing systemic dangers posed by distracted driving and speeding in pedestrian-heavy areas.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764717, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 17-year-old female pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries after being hit by an SUV making a right turn on Fulton Street. The impact occurred away from an intersection as the pedestrian crossed without a signal. The driver was licensed and traveling west.

According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2007 SUV, traveling west on Fulton Street, made a right turn and struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian was crossing outside of an intersection and without a signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the pedestrian's crossing without a signal is noted as an unspecified contributing factor. The collision highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block or outside designated crosswalks.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765035, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan struck an e-scooter rider on Halsey Street in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The crash resulted from driver inattention and improper lane usage, leaving the rider fractured and dislocated.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:50 on Halsey Street in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling westbound collided with an eastbound e-scooter driven by a 52-year-old man. The rider was ejected from the scooter and sustained fractures, dislocations, and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver's part. The e-scooter driver was unlicensed but no driver errors by him are noted. The sedan's point of impact was the left front bumper, and despite the severity of the rider's injuries, the sedan reportedly sustained no damage. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane use to vulnerable road users like e-scooter riders.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764728, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A BMW SUV making a left turn struck a northbound e-bike carrying two males in Brooklyn. Both bicyclists were partially ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and contusions. Driver distraction and improper turning caused the violent collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Marcus Garvey Boulevard near De Kalb Avenue in Brooklyn at 16:35. A 2002 BMW SUV was making a left turn when it collided head-on with a northbound e-bike carrying two male bicyclists, ages 44 and 15. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end. The 15-year-old passenger bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and bruises to his lower leg and foot. The 44-year-old bicyclist driver was also partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his head. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors on the SUV driver's part. No safety equipment was used by the bicyclists. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper vehicle maneuvers in shared road spaces.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4762863, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A man, 49, crossed Bedford at Lafayette before dawn. A northbound car hit him head-on. His head struck hard. He died there, beneath cold streetlights. No name, no reason. Just silence and broken glass in the dark.

A 49-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bedford Avenue and Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 3:07 a.m., when a northbound car struck the pedestrian head-on as he crossed the intersection. The report states the victim suffered a fatal head injury and died at the scene. The narrative describes, 'A man, 49, crossing alone before dawn. A northbound car crushed him head-on. His head struck. He died there, beneath cold streetlights.' The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian, offering no further detail on the cause. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, consistent with a direct collision. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the vehicle and the unresolved danger at this Brooklyn intersection.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4762323, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 76-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with a sedan on Flushing Avenue. The sedan struck the bike’s center front, damaging its left rear quarter panel. Driver disregarded traffic control.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:01 a.m. involving a sedan and an e-bike. The 76-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan, traveling west, struck the e-bike, which was traveling north, impacting the bike’s center front end and damaging the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the part of the sedan operator. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors were specified. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls, resulting in severe injury to a vulnerable road user.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763735, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15