About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 12
▸ Crush Injuries 2
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 8
▸ Severe Lacerations 7
▸ Concussion 14
▸ Whiplash 69
▸ Contusion/Bruise 145
▸ Abrasion 119
▸ Pain/Nausea 39
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Precinct 79
- 2024 Gray BMW Sedan (LKM6400) – 144 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 Gray Cadillac Suburban (KWS1161) – 82 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2025 Gr Land Rover Suburban (LNP4539) – 63 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2009 Infiniti Sedan (MJN6892) – 62 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 Black BMW Sedan (KNN3773) – 50 times • 3 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Franklin and Fulton: a morning crash, a long record
Precinct 79: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 25, 2025
Just after 9 AM on Oct 20, 2025, at Franklin Avenue and Fulton Street, a taxi going straight and a man on a bike collided. He was hurt. Source.
This Week
- Oct 20: A taxi and a cyclist crashed at Franklin and Fulton; the cyclist was injured. Source
- Oct 17: An SUV and a cyclist collided at Myrtle and Franklin; the cyclist was injured. Source
A toll counted in names and numbers
Since Jan 1, 2022, on streets in Precinct 79, 13 people have been killed and 2,270 injured, including people walking and biking. Data.
Eight of the dead were people on foot. One was on a bike. Data.
Crashes here total 4,170 in that span. Twenty‑four people suffered serious injuries. Data.
Nights are long on these blocks
Deaths pile up after dark. At 4 AM alone, police recorded three deaths across these years. Two more came at 11 PM. Data.
Bedford Avenue leads the pain with two deaths and 158 injuries. Myrtle Avenue shows two deaths and 33 injuries. Data.
Who bears the hit
People walking are struck most often by drivers in cars and SUVs. In this precinct since 2022, SUVs are tied to four pedestrian deaths; sedans to one. Trucks account for two. Data.
Fix the corners where people fall
Start where the bodies fall: daylight the crosswalks on Bedford and Myrtle. Install leading pedestrian intervals and hardened left turns at Franklin, Bedford, Nostrand, and Myrtle. Add protected bike links through the Franklin–Myrtle–Fulton triangle. Target truck turns where pedestrians have been killed.
Police in Precinct 79 can focus enforcement at late‑night hours and at known hot spots. Prioritize failure‑to‑yield and red‑light runs. The record shows where and when to look. Data.
Stop the worst repeat offenders
A small group of drivers does outsized harm citywide. One analysis found that 1.5% of motorists account for 21% of pedestrian deaths, and vehicles with 16 camera tickets in a year are twice as likely to kill or seriously injure; 30+ tickets multiplies the risk fifty‑fold. Source.
The Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045C/A2299C) would force repeat offenders to install intelligent speed limiters after 11 DMV points in 18 months or 16 camera tickets in a year. Ask Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman, State Senator Jabari Brisport, and Council Member Chi A. Ossé where they stand. What gives?
Slow the default, save a life
New York City has the power to lower more speed limits under Sammy’s Law. A 20 MPH default on local streets would give people a fighting chance. The city can act. So can you. Details and contacts here.
One corner. One morning. Then another corner, another night. This will not stop by itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-25
- The 1.5 percent of drivers who cause 21 percent of pedestrian deaths, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-10-20
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman
District 56
Council Member Chi A. Ossé
District 36
State Senator Jabari Brisport
District 25
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 79 Police Precinct 79 sits in Brooklyn, District 36, AD 56, SD 25.
It contains Brooklyn CB3, Bedford-Stuyvesant (West).
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 79
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Feb 1 - A 51-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle struck him, causing shock and pain.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Fulton Street in Brooklyn struck a 51-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The crash occurred at 14:20. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the vehicle driver as the contributing factor. The sedan was making a left turn at the time and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield, underscoring the systemic danger posed by driver errors in yielding right-of-way.
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Sedan Strikes Left-Turning Car on Quincy▸Feb 1 - A sedan hit a left-turning car at Quincy and Nostrand. The turning driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Quincy Street collided with a vehicle making a left turn on red onto Nostrand Avenue at 5:30 AM in Brooklyn. The driver of the turning car, a 61-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and was in shock. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the left-turning driver. The sedan was going straight; the turning vehicle moved southbound. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted. The report highlights the dangers of ignoring traffic controls and speeding during turns.
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SUV Slams Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Jan 29 - SUV hit a parked car on Nostrand Avenue. The front passenger took the blow—abdomen, pelvis, scraped. Lap belt held him in. Metal crumpled. Streets stayed hard.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling west on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn struck the rear of a parked vehicle at 14:30. The front passenger, a 59-year-old man, suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, along with abrasions. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV’s front end and the parked car’s rear were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any passenger actions. The collision points to a lapse in vehicle control or attention by the SUV driver, resulting in injury to the passenger and damage to both vehicles.
27
Convertible Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 27 - A 66-year-old woman suffered lower leg injuries after a convertible struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, left injured and in shock.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2007 Toyota convertible struck her at the intersection of Fulton Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:35 p.m. The vehicle was traveling northeast and making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and was located at the intersection when hit. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jan 26 - A cargo van turned left on Cropsey Avenue. It struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide. Gil died. The aide survived. No charges for the driver. Another senior lost to city traffic. The street remains dangerous for the old and frail.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn with her home health aide. According to the NYPD, 'a man driving a cargo van struck both of them while making a left turn.' Gil died from her injuries; her aide was hospitalized. Police did not arrest or charge the driver. The article notes that Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn this year, and cites Transportation Alternatives: '46 senior pedestrians were killed in car crashes across the city last year.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk seniors face on city streets, especially at intersections where turning vehicles endanger those crossing on foot.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
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Distracted Driver Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸Jan 21 - A 63-year-old woman suffered back contusions after a vehicle backing west on Myrtle Ave struck her. The driver’s inattention and following too closely led to the impact. The pedestrian was conscious but injured in the collision’s center back end.
According to the police report, a vehicle traveling west on Myrtle Ave was backing when it struck a 63-year-old female pedestrian. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center back end, causing contusions and back injuries to the pedestrian, who remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as primary contributing factors, along with following too closely. The pedestrian’s location in the roadway was noted as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but no victim behavior was cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s failure to maintain attention while backing created a hazardous situation resulting in injury. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and improper vehicle positioning in Brooklyn’s Myrtle Ave corridor.
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Sedan Turns Left, Injures Two Pedestrians▸Jan 18 - A sedan making a left turn in Brooklyn struck two young women crossing with the signal. Both suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention and improper turning caused the collision, highlighting systemic dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a 2018 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on Tompkins Ave in Brooklyn at 8:52 PM when it struck two female pedestrians, ages 19 and 20, both crossing with the signal at the intersection. Both pedestrians sustained contusions and bruises to their knees and lower legs, injuries classified as moderate (severity 3). The report cites the driver’s contributing factors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Turning Improperly." The vehicle sustained no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to execute turns safely, placing vulnerable pedestrians at risk even when crossing lawfully.
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Bus and Sedan Crash on Nostrand Ave Injures Three▸Jan 18 - A bus and sedan collided on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and traffic control disregard led to impact. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. The crash left passengers bruised and shaken.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south and a sedan traveling east collided at 8:20 AM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver was cited for inattention and disregarding traffic control. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front and the bus’s right rear. Three occupants were hurt: the sedan driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; a 68-year-old female passenger had neck contusions and shock; a 33-year-old male passenger sustained back contusions. The police report highlights driver inattention and traffic control disregard as the main contributing factors.
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Sedan Slams SUV on Marcus Garvey Blvd▸Jan 13 - A sedan hit an SUV at Marcus Garvey Blvd and Monroe St. Three sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. Both drivers ignored traffic controls. Inexperience and disregard fueled the crash.
According to the police report, at 22:55 on Marcus Garvey Blvd near Monroe St in Brooklyn, a sedan traveling south collided with an SUV traveling west. Both drivers held permit licenses and disregarded traffic controls, as cited in the report. The sedan's front end struck the right side doors of the SUV. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience was also listed as a contributing factor. The report highlights that ignoring traffic controls and lack of experience led to this violent impact and injuries.
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Two Bicyclists Collide on Bedford Ave▸Jan 8 - Two bicyclists collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 3-year-old boy was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. The crash involved driver inattention and disregard for traffic control, highlighting dangers even among vulnerable cyclists.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:01 AM on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Two bicycles traveling south and west collided. The 3-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his face, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were bicycles, and neither showed damage. The young victim was conscious and wearing unspecified safety equipment labeled 'Other.' The collision's point of impact was the center front end of one bike and 'Other' on the second. The report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the victim or noting any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
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Sedan and Bicycle Collide on Brooklyn Street▸Jan 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with a sedan on Hart Street. The crash involved improper lane usage and traffic control disregard, resulting in a concussion and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Hart Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male bicyclist was riding north when he collided with a westbound 2013 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in a concussion. The report cites the bicyclist's contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was injured seriously. The report highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and failure to obey traffic controls, emphasizing systemic dangers in this crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Marcy Ave▸Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Feb 1 - A 51-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle struck him, causing shock and pain.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Fulton Street in Brooklyn struck a 51-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The crash occurred at 14:20. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the vehicle driver as the contributing factor. The sedan was making a left turn at the time and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield, underscoring the systemic danger posed by driver errors in yielding right-of-way.
1
Sedan Strikes Left-Turning Car on Quincy▸Feb 1 - A sedan hit a left-turning car at Quincy and Nostrand. The turning driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Quincy Street collided with a vehicle making a left turn on red onto Nostrand Avenue at 5:30 AM in Brooklyn. The driver of the turning car, a 61-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and was in shock. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the left-turning driver. The sedan was going straight; the turning vehicle moved southbound. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted. The report highlights the dangers of ignoring traffic controls and speeding during turns.
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SUV Slams Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Jan 29 - SUV hit a parked car on Nostrand Avenue. The front passenger took the blow—abdomen, pelvis, scraped. Lap belt held him in. Metal crumpled. Streets stayed hard.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling west on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn struck the rear of a parked vehicle at 14:30. The front passenger, a 59-year-old man, suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, along with abrasions. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV’s front end and the parked car’s rear were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any passenger actions. The collision points to a lapse in vehicle control or attention by the SUV driver, resulting in injury to the passenger and damage to both vehicles.
27
Convertible Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 27 - A 66-year-old woman suffered lower leg injuries after a convertible struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, left injured and in shock.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2007 Toyota convertible struck her at the intersection of Fulton Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:35 p.m. The vehicle was traveling northeast and making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and was located at the intersection when hit. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
26
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jan 26 - A cargo van turned left on Cropsey Avenue. It struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide. Gil died. The aide survived. No charges for the driver. Another senior lost to city traffic. The street remains dangerous for the old and frail.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn with her home health aide. According to the NYPD, 'a man driving a cargo van struck both of them while making a left turn.' Gil died from her injuries; her aide was hospitalized. Police did not arrest or charge the driver. The article notes that Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn this year, and cites Transportation Alternatives: '46 senior pedestrians were killed in car crashes across the city last year.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk seniors face on city streets, especially at intersections where turning vehicles endanger those crossing on foot.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
21
Distracted Driver Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸Jan 21 - A 63-year-old woman suffered back contusions after a vehicle backing west on Myrtle Ave struck her. The driver’s inattention and following too closely led to the impact. The pedestrian was conscious but injured in the collision’s center back end.
According to the police report, a vehicle traveling west on Myrtle Ave was backing when it struck a 63-year-old female pedestrian. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center back end, causing contusions and back injuries to the pedestrian, who remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as primary contributing factors, along with following too closely. The pedestrian’s location in the roadway was noted as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but no victim behavior was cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s failure to maintain attention while backing created a hazardous situation resulting in injury. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and improper vehicle positioning in Brooklyn’s Myrtle Ave corridor.
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Sedan Turns Left, Injures Two Pedestrians▸Jan 18 - A sedan making a left turn in Brooklyn struck two young women crossing with the signal. Both suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention and improper turning caused the collision, highlighting systemic dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a 2018 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on Tompkins Ave in Brooklyn at 8:52 PM when it struck two female pedestrians, ages 19 and 20, both crossing with the signal at the intersection. Both pedestrians sustained contusions and bruises to their knees and lower legs, injuries classified as moderate (severity 3). The report cites the driver’s contributing factors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Turning Improperly." The vehicle sustained no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to execute turns safely, placing vulnerable pedestrians at risk even when crossing lawfully.
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Bus and Sedan Crash on Nostrand Ave Injures Three▸Jan 18 - A bus and sedan collided on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and traffic control disregard led to impact. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. The crash left passengers bruised and shaken.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south and a sedan traveling east collided at 8:20 AM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver was cited for inattention and disregarding traffic control. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front and the bus’s right rear. Three occupants were hurt: the sedan driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; a 68-year-old female passenger had neck contusions and shock; a 33-year-old male passenger sustained back contusions. The police report highlights driver inattention and traffic control disregard as the main contributing factors.
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Sedan Slams SUV on Marcus Garvey Blvd▸Jan 13 - A sedan hit an SUV at Marcus Garvey Blvd and Monroe St. Three sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. Both drivers ignored traffic controls. Inexperience and disregard fueled the crash.
According to the police report, at 22:55 on Marcus Garvey Blvd near Monroe St in Brooklyn, a sedan traveling south collided with an SUV traveling west. Both drivers held permit licenses and disregarded traffic controls, as cited in the report. The sedan's front end struck the right side doors of the SUV. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience was also listed as a contributing factor. The report highlights that ignoring traffic controls and lack of experience led to this violent impact and injuries.
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Two Bicyclists Collide on Bedford Ave▸Jan 8 - Two bicyclists collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 3-year-old boy was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. The crash involved driver inattention and disregard for traffic control, highlighting dangers even among vulnerable cyclists.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:01 AM on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Two bicycles traveling south and west collided. The 3-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his face, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were bicycles, and neither showed damage. The young victim was conscious and wearing unspecified safety equipment labeled 'Other.' The collision's point of impact was the center front end of one bike and 'Other' on the second. The report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the victim or noting any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
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Sedan and Bicycle Collide on Brooklyn Street▸Jan 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with a sedan on Hart Street. The crash involved improper lane usage and traffic control disregard, resulting in a concussion and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Hart Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male bicyclist was riding north when he collided with a westbound 2013 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in a concussion. The report cites the bicyclist's contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was injured seriously. The report highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and failure to obey traffic controls, emphasizing systemic dangers in this crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Marcy Ave▸Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Feb 1 - A sedan hit a left-turning car at Quincy and Nostrand. The turning driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Quincy Street collided with a vehicle making a left turn on red onto Nostrand Avenue at 5:30 AM in Brooklyn. The driver of the turning car, a 61-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and was in shock. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the left-turning driver. The sedan was going straight; the turning vehicle moved southbound. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted. The report highlights the dangers of ignoring traffic controls and speeding during turns.
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SUV Slams Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Jan 29 - SUV hit a parked car on Nostrand Avenue. The front passenger took the blow—abdomen, pelvis, scraped. Lap belt held him in. Metal crumpled. Streets stayed hard.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling west on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn struck the rear of a parked vehicle at 14:30. The front passenger, a 59-year-old man, suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, along with abrasions. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV’s front end and the parked car’s rear were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any passenger actions. The collision points to a lapse in vehicle control or attention by the SUV driver, resulting in injury to the passenger and damage to both vehicles.
27
Convertible Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 27 - A 66-year-old woman suffered lower leg injuries after a convertible struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, left injured and in shock.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2007 Toyota convertible struck her at the intersection of Fulton Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:35 p.m. The vehicle was traveling northeast and making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and was located at the intersection when hit. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jan 26 - A cargo van turned left on Cropsey Avenue. It struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide. Gil died. The aide survived. No charges for the driver. Another senior lost to city traffic. The street remains dangerous for the old and frail.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn with her home health aide. According to the NYPD, 'a man driving a cargo van struck both of them while making a left turn.' Gil died from her injuries; her aide was hospitalized. Police did not arrest or charge the driver. The article notes that Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn this year, and cites Transportation Alternatives: '46 senior pedestrians were killed in car crashes across the city last year.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk seniors face on city streets, especially at intersections where turning vehicles endanger those crossing on foot.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
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Distracted Driver Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸Jan 21 - A 63-year-old woman suffered back contusions after a vehicle backing west on Myrtle Ave struck her. The driver’s inattention and following too closely led to the impact. The pedestrian was conscious but injured in the collision’s center back end.
According to the police report, a vehicle traveling west on Myrtle Ave was backing when it struck a 63-year-old female pedestrian. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center back end, causing contusions and back injuries to the pedestrian, who remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as primary contributing factors, along with following too closely. The pedestrian’s location in the roadway was noted as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but no victim behavior was cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s failure to maintain attention while backing created a hazardous situation resulting in injury. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and improper vehicle positioning in Brooklyn’s Myrtle Ave corridor.
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Sedan Turns Left, Injures Two Pedestrians▸Jan 18 - A sedan making a left turn in Brooklyn struck two young women crossing with the signal. Both suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention and improper turning caused the collision, highlighting systemic dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a 2018 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on Tompkins Ave in Brooklyn at 8:52 PM when it struck two female pedestrians, ages 19 and 20, both crossing with the signal at the intersection. Both pedestrians sustained contusions and bruises to their knees and lower legs, injuries classified as moderate (severity 3). The report cites the driver’s contributing factors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Turning Improperly." The vehicle sustained no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to execute turns safely, placing vulnerable pedestrians at risk even when crossing lawfully.
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Bus and Sedan Crash on Nostrand Ave Injures Three▸Jan 18 - A bus and sedan collided on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and traffic control disregard led to impact. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. The crash left passengers bruised and shaken.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south and a sedan traveling east collided at 8:20 AM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver was cited for inattention and disregarding traffic control. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front and the bus’s right rear. Three occupants were hurt: the sedan driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; a 68-year-old female passenger had neck contusions and shock; a 33-year-old male passenger sustained back contusions. The police report highlights driver inattention and traffic control disregard as the main contributing factors.
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Sedan Slams SUV on Marcus Garvey Blvd▸Jan 13 - A sedan hit an SUV at Marcus Garvey Blvd and Monroe St. Three sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. Both drivers ignored traffic controls. Inexperience and disregard fueled the crash.
According to the police report, at 22:55 on Marcus Garvey Blvd near Monroe St in Brooklyn, a sedan traveling south collided with an SUV traveling west. Both drivers held permit licenses and disregarded traffic controls, as cited in the report. The sedan's front end struck the right side doors of the SUV. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience was also listed as a contributing factor. The report highlights that ignoring traffic controls and lack of experience led to this violent impact and injuries.
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Two Bicyclists Collide on Bedford Ave▸Jan 8 - Two bicyclists collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 3-year-old boy was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. The crash involved driver inattention and disregard for traffic control, highlighting dangers even among vulnerable cyclists.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:01 AM on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Two bicycles traveling south and west collided. The 3-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his face, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were bicycles, and neither showed damage. The young victim was conscious and wearing unspecified safety equipment labeled 'Other.' The collision's point of impact was the center front end of one bike and 'Other' on the second. The report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the victim or noting any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
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Sedan and Bicycle Collide on Brooklyn Street▸Jan 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with a sedan on Hart Street. The crash involved improper lane usage and traffic control disregard, resulting in a concussion and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Hart Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male bicyclist was riding north when he collided with a westbound 2013 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in a concussion. The report cites the bicyclist's contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was injured seriously. The report highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and failure to obey traffic controls, emphasizing systemic dangers in this crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Marcy Ave▸Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 29 - SUV hit a parked car on Nostrand Avenue. The front passenger took the blow—abdomen, pelvis, scraped. Lap belt held him in. Metal crumpled. Streets stayed hard.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling west on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn struck the rear of a parked vehicle at 14:30. The front passenger, a 59-year-old man, suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, along with abrasions. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV’s front end and the parked car’s rear were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any passenger actions. The collision points to a lapse in vehicle control or attention by the SUV driver, resulting in injury to the passenger and damage to both vehicles.
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Convertible Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 27 - A 66-year-old woman suffered lower leg injuries after a convertible struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, left injured and in shock.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2007 Toyota convertible struck her at the intersection of Fulton Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:35 p.m. The vehicle was traveling northeast and making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and was located at the intersection when hit. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jan 26 - A cargo van turned left on Cropsey Avenue. It struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide. Gil died. The aide survived. No charges for the driver. Another senior lost to city traffic. The street remains dangerous for the old and frail.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn with her home health aide. According to the NYPD, 'a man driving a cargo van struck both of them while making a left turn.' Gil died from her injuries; her aide was hospitalized. Police did not arrest or charge the driver. The article notes that Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn this year, and cites Transportation Alternatives: '46 senior pedestrians were killed in car crashes across the city last year.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk seniors face on city streets, especially at intersections where turning vehicles endanger those crossing on foot.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
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Distracted Driver Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸Jan 21 - A 63-year-old woman suffered back contusions after a vehicle backing west on Myrtle Ave struck her. The driver’s inattention and following too closely led to the impact. The pedestrian was conscious but injured in the collision’s center back end.
According to the police report, a vehicle traveling west on Myrtle Ave was backing when it struck a 63-year-old female pedestrian. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center back end, causing contusions and back injuries to the pedestrian, who remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as primary contributing factors, along with following too closely. The pedestrian’s location in the roadway was noted as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but no victim behavior was cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s failure to maintain attention while backing created a hazardous situation resulting in injury. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and improper vehicle positioning in Brooklyn’s Myrtle Ave corridor.
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Sedan Turns Left, Injures Two Pedestrians▸Jan 18 - A sedan making a left turn in Brooklyn struck two young women crossing with the signal. Both suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention and improper turning caused the collision, highlighting systemic dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a 2018 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on Tompkins Ave in Brooklyn at 8:52 PM when it struck two female pedestrians, ages 19 and 20, both crossing with the signal at the intersection. Both pedestrians sustained contusions and bruises to their knees and lower legs, injuries classified as moderate (severity 3). The report cites the driver’s contributing factors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Turning Improperly." The vehicle sustained no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to execute turns safely, placing vulnerable pedestrians at risk even when crossing lawfully.
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Bus and Sedan Crash on Nostrand Ave Injures Three▸Jan 18 - A bus and sedan collided on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and traffic control disregard led to impact. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. The crash left passengers bruised and shaken.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south and a sedan traveling east collided at 8:20 AM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver was cited for inattention and disregarding traffic control. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front and the bus’s right rear. Three occupants were hurt: the sedan driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; a 68-year-old female passenger had neck contusions and shock; a 33-year-old male passenger sustained back contusions. The police report highlights driver inattention and traffic control disregard as the main contributing factors.
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Sedan Slams SUV on Marcus Garvey Blvd▸Jan 13 - A sedan hit an SUV at Marcus Garvey Blvd and Monroe St. Three sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. Both drivers ignored traffic controls. Inexperience and disregard fueled the crash.
According to the police report, at 22:55 on Marcus Garvey Blvd near Monroe St in Brooklyn, a sedan traveling south collided with an SUV traveling west. Both drivers held permit licenses and disregarded traffic controls, as cited in the report. The sedan's front end struck the right side doors of the SUV. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience was also listed as a contributing factor. The report highlights that ignoring traffic controls and lack of experience led to this violent impact and injuries.
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Two Bicyclists Collide on Bedford Ave▸Jan 8 - Two bicyclists collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 3-year-old boy was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. The crash involved driver inattention and disregard for traffic control, highlighting dangers even among vulnerable cyclists.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:01 AM on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Two bicycles traveling south and west collided. The 3-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his face, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were bicycles, and neither showed damage. The young victim was conscious and wearing unspecified safety equipment labeled 'Other.' The collision's point of impact was the center front end of one bike and 'Other' on the second. The report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the victim or noting any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
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Sedan and Bicycle Collide on Brooklyn Street▸Jan 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with a sedan on Hart Street. The crash involved improper lane usage and traffic control disregard, resulting in a concussion and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Hart Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male bicyclist was riding north when he collided with a westbound 2013 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in a concussion. The report cites the bicyclist's contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was injured seriously. The report highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and failure to obey traffic controls, emphasizing systemic dangers in this crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Marcy Ave▸Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 27 - A 66-year-old woman suffered lower leg injuries after a convertible struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, left injured and in shock.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2007 Toyota convertible struck her at the intersection of Fulton Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:35 p.m. The vehicle was traveling northeast and making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and was located at the intersection when hit. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jan 26 - A cargo van turned left on Cropsey Avenue. It struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide. Gil died. The aide survived. No charges for the driver. Another senior lost to city traffic. The street remains dangerous for the old and frail.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn with her home health aide. According to the NYPD, 'a man driving a cargo van struck both of them while making a left turn.' Gil died from her injuries; her aide was hospitalized. Police did not arrest or charge the driver. The article notes that Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn this year, and cites Transportation Alternatives: '46 senior pedestrians were killed in car crashes across the city last year.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk seniors face on city streets, especially at intersections where turning vehicles endanger those crossing on foot.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
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Distracted Driver Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸Jan 21 - A 63-year-old woman suffered back contusions after a vehicle backing west on Myrtle Ave struck her. The driver’s inattention and following too closely led to the impact. The pedestrian was conscious but injured in the collision’s center back end.
According to the police report, a vehicle traveling west on Myrtle Ave was backing when it struck a 63-year-old female pedestrian. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center back end, causing contusions and back injuries to the pedestrian, who remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as primary contributing factors, along with following too closely. The pedestrian’s location in the roadway was noted as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but no victim behavior was cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s failure to maintain attention while backing created a hazardous situation resulting in injury. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and improper vehicle positioning in Brooklyn’s Myrtle Ave corridor.
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Sedan Turns Left, Injures Two Pedestrians▸Jan 18 - A sedan making a left turn in Brooklyn struck two young women crossing with the signal. Both suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention and improper turning caused the collision, highlighting systemic dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a 2018 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on Tompkins Ave in Brooklyn at 8:52 PM when it struck two female pedestrians, ages 19 and 20, both crossing with the signal at the intersection. Both pedestrians sustained contusions and bruises to their knees and lower legs, injuries classified as moderate (severity 3). The report cites the driver’s contributing factors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Turning Improperly." The vehicle sustained no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to execute turns safely, placing vulnerable pedestrians at risk even when crossing lawfully.
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Bus and Sedan Crash on Nostrand Ave Injures Three▸Jan 18 - A bus and sedan collided on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and traffic control disregard led to impact. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. The crash left passengers bruised and shaken.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south and a sedan traveling east collided at 8:20 AM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver was cited for inattention and disregarding traffic control. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front and the bus’s right rear. Three occupants were hurt: the sedan driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; a 68-year-old female passenger had neck contusions and shock; a 33-year-old male passenger sustained back contusions. The police report highlights driver inattention and traffic control disregard as the main contributing factors.
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Sedan Slams SUV on Marcus Garvey Blvd▸Jan 13 - A sedan hit an SUV at Marcus Garvey Blvd and Monroe St. Three sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. Both drivers ignored traffic controls. Inexperience and disregard fueled the crash.
According to the police report, at 22:55 on Marcus Garvey Blvd near Monroe St in Brooklyn, a sedan traveling south collided with an SUV traveling west. Both drivers held permit licenses and disregarded traffic controls, as cited in the report. The sedan's front end struck the right side doors of the SUV. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience was also listed as a contributing factor. The report highlights that ignoring traffic controls and lack of experience led to this violent impact and injuries.
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Two Bicyclists Collide on Bedford Ave▸Jan 8 - Two bicyclists collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 3-year-old boy was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. The crash involved driver inattention and disregard for traffic control, highlighting dangers even among vulnerable cyclists.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:01 AM on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Two bicycles traveling south and west collided. The 3-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his face, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were bicycles, and neither showed damage. The young victim was conscious and wearing unspecified safety equipment labeled 'Other.' The collision's point of impact was the center front end of one bike and 'Other' on the second. The report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the victim or noting any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
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Sedan and Bicycle Collide on Brooklyn Street▸Jan 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with a sedan on Hart Street. The crash involved improper lane usage and traffic control disregard, resulting in a concussion and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Hart Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male bicyclist was riding north when he collided with a westbound 2013 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in a concussion. The report cites the bicyclist's contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was injured seriously. The report highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and failure to obey traffic controls, emphasizing systemic dangers in this crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Marcy Ave▸Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 26 - A cargo van turned left on Cropsey Avenue. It struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide. Gil died. The aide survived. No charges for the driver. Another senior lost to city traffic. The street remains dangerous for the old and frail.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn with her home health aide. According to the NYPD, 'a man driving a cargo van struck both of them while making a left turn.' Gil died from her injuries; her aide was hospitalized. Police did not arrest or charge the driver. The article notes that Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn this year, and cites Transportation Alternatives: '46 senior pedestrians were killed in car crashes across the city last year.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk seniors face on city streets, especially at intersections where turning vehicles endanger those crossing on foot.
- Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-01-26
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Distracted Driver Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸Jan 21 - A 63-year-old woman suffered back contusions after a vehicle backing west on Myrtle Ave struck her. The driver’s inattention and following too closely led to the impact. The pedestrian was conscious but injured in the collision’s center back end.
According to the police report, a vehicle traveling west on Myrtle Ave was backing when it struck a 63-year-old female pedestrian. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center back end, causing contusions and back injuries to the pedestrian, who remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as primary contributing factors, along with following too closely. The pedestrian’s location in the roadway was noted as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but no victim behavior was cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s failure to maintain attention while backing created a hazardous situation resulting in injury. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and improper vehicle positioning in Brooklyn’s Myrtle Ave corridor.
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Sedan Turns Left, Injures Two Pedestrians▸Jan 18 - A sedan making a left turn in Brooklyn struck two young women crossing with the signal. Both suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention and improper turning caused the collision, highlighting systemic dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a 2018 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on Tompkins Ave in Brooklyn at 8:52 PM when it struck two female pedestrians, ages 19 and 20, both crossing with the signal at the intersection. Both pedestrians sustained contusions and bruises to their knees and lower legs, injuries classified as moderate (severity 3). The report cites the driver’s contributing factors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Turning Improperly." The vehicle sustained no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to execute turns safely, placing vulnerable pedestrians at risk even when crossing lawfully.
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Bus and Sedan Crash on Nostrand Ave Injures Three▸Jan 18 - A bus and sedan collided on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and traffic control disregard led to impact. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. The crash left passengers bruised and shaken.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south and a sedan traveling east collided at 8:20 AM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver was cited for inattention and disregarding traffic control. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front and the bus’s right rear. Three occupants were hurt: the sedan driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; a 68-year-old female passenger had neck contusions and shock; a 33-year-old male passenger sustained back contusions. The police report highlights driver inattention and traffic control disregard as the main contributing factors.
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Sedan Slams SUV on Marcus Garvey Blvd▸Jan 13 - A sedan hit an SUV at Marcus Garvey Blvd and Monroe St. Three sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. Both drivers ignored traffic controls. Inexperience and disregard fueled the crash.
According to the police report, at 22:55 on Marcus Garvey Blvd near Monroe St in Brooklyn, a sedan traveling south collided with an SUV traveling west. Both drivers held permit licenses and disregarded traffic controls, as cited in the report. The sedan's front end struck the right side doors of the SUV. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience was also listed as a contributing factor. The report highlights that ignoring traffic controls and lack of experience led to this violent impact and injuries.
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Two Bicyclists Collide on Bedford Ave▸Jan 8 - Two bicyclists collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 3-year-old boy was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. The crash involved driver inattention and disregard for traffic control, highlighting dangers even among vulnerable cyclists.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:01 AM on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Two bicycles traveling south and west collided. The 3-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his face, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were bicycles, and neither showed damage. The young victim was conscious and wearing unspecified safety equipment labeled 'Other.' The collision's point of impact was the center front end of one bike and 'Other' on the second. The report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the victim or noting any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
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Sedan and Bicycle Collide on Brooklyn Street▸Jan 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with a sedan on Hart Street. The crash involved improper lane usage and traffic control disregard, resulting in a concussion and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Hart Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male bicyclist was riding north when he collided with a westbound 2013 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in a concussion. The report cites the bicyclist's contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was injured seriously. The report highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and failure to obey traffic controls, emphasizing systemic dangers in this crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Marcy Ave▸Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 21 - A 63-year-old woman suffered back contusions after a vehicle backing west on Myrtle Ave struck her. The driver’s inattention and following too closely led to the impact. The pedestrian was conscious but injured in the collision’s center back end.
According to the police report, a vehicle traveling west on Myrtle Ave was backing when it struck a 63-year-old female pedestrian. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center back end, causing contusions and back injuries to the pedestrian, who remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as primary contributing factors, along with following too closely. The pedestrian’s location in the roadway was noted as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but no victim behavior was cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s failure to maintain attention while backing created a hazardous situation resulting in injury. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and improper vehicle positioning in Brooklyn’s Myrtle Ave corridor.
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Sedan Turns Left, Injures Two Pedestrians▸Jan 18 - A sedan making a left turn in Brooklyn struck two young women crossing with the signal. Both suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention and improper turning caused the collision, highlighting systemic dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a 2018 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on Tompkins Ave in Brooklyn at 8:52 PM when it struck two female pedestrians, ages 19 and 20, both crossing with the signal at the intersection. Both pedestrians sustained contusions and bruises to their knees and lower legs, injuries classified as moderate (severity 3). The report cites the driver’s contributing factors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Turning Improperly." The vehicle sustained no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to execute turns safely, placing vulnerable pedestrians at risk even when crossing lawfully.
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Bus and Sedan Crash on Nostrand Ave Injures Three▸Jan 18 - A bus and sedan collided on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and traffic control disregard led to impact. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. The crash left passengers bruised and shaken.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south and a sedan traveling east collided at 8:20 AM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver was cited for inattention and disregarding traffic control. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front and the bus’s right rear. Three occupants were hurt: the sedan driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; a 68-year-old female passenger had neck contusions and shock; a 33-year-old male passenger sustained back contusions. The police report highlights driver inattention and traffic control disregard as the main contributing factors.
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Sedan Slams SUV on Marcus Garvey Blvd▸Jan 13 - A sedan hit an SUV at Marcus Garvey Blvd and Monroe St. Three sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. Both drivers ignored traffic controls. Inexperience and disregard fueled the crash.
According to the police report, at 22:55 on Marcus Garvey Blvd near Monroe St in Brooklyn, a sedan traveling south collided with an SUV traveling west. Both drivers held permit licenses and disregarded traffic controls, as cited in the report. The sedan's front end struck the right side doors of the SUV. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience was also listed as a contributing factor. The report highlights that ignoring traffic controls and lack of experience led to this violent impact and injuries.
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Two Bicyclists Collide on Bedford Ave▸Jan 8 - Two bicyclists collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 3-year-old boy was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. The crash involved driver inattention and disregard for traffic control, highlighting dangers even among vulnerable cyclists.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:01 AM on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Two bicycles traveling south and west collided. The 3-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his face, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were bicycles, and neither showed damage. The young victim was conscious and wearing unspecified safety equipment labeled 'Other.' The collision's point of impact was the center front end of one bike and 'Other' on the second. The report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the victim or noting any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
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Sedan and Bicycle Collide on Brooklyn Street▸Jan 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with a sedan on Hart Street. The crash involved improper lane usage and traffic control disregard, resulting in a concussion and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Hart Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male bicyclist was riding north when he collided with a westbound 2013 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in a concussion. The report cites the bicyclist's contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was injured seriously. The report highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and failure to obey traffic controls, emphasizing systemic dangers in this crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Marcy Ave▸Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 18 - A sedan making a left turn in Brooklyn struck two young women crossing with the signal. Both suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention and improper turning caused the collision, highlighting systemic dangers at intersections.
According to the police report, a 2018 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on Tompkins Ave in Brooklyn at 8:52 PM when it struck two female pedestrians, ages 19 and 20, both crossing with the signal at the intersection. Both pedestrians sustained contusions and bruises to their knees and lower legs, injuries classified as moderate (severity 3). The report cites the driver’s contributing factors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Turning Improperly." The vehicle sustained no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to execute turns safely, placing vulnerable pedestrians at risk even when crossing lawfully.
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Bus and Sedan Crash on Nostrand Ave Injures Three▸Jan 18 - A bus and sedan collided on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and traffic control disregard led to impact. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. The crash left passengers bruised and shaken.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south and a sedan traveling east collided at 8:20 AM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver was cited for inattention and disregarding traffic control. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front and the bus’s right rear. Three occupants were hurt: the sedan driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; a 68-year-old female passenger had neck contusions and shock; a 33-year-old male passenger sustained back contusions. The police report highlights driver inattention and traffic control disregard as the main contributing factors.
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Sedan Slams SUV on Marcus Garvey Blvd▸Jan 13 - A sedan hit an SUV at Marcus Garvey Blvd and Monroe St. Three sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. Both drivers ignored traffic controls. Inexperience and disregard fueled the crash.
According to the police report, at 22:55 on Marcus Garvey Blvd near Monroe St in Brooklyn, a sedan traveling south collided with an SUV traveling west. Both drivers held permit licenses and disregarded traffic controls, as cited in the report. The sedan's front end struck the right side doors of the SUV. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience was also listed as a contributing factor. The report highlights that ignoring traffic controls and lack of experience led to this violent impact and injuries.
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Two Bicyclists Collide on Bedford Ave▸Jan 8 - Two bicyclists collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 3-year-old boy was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. The crash involved driver inattention and disregard for traffic control, highlighting dangers even among vulnerable cyclists.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:01 AM on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Two bicycles traveling south and west collided. The 3-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his face, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were bicycles, and neither showed damage. The young victim was conscious and wearing unspecified safety equipment labeled 'Other.' The collision's point of impact was the center front end of one bike and 'Other' on the second. The report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the victim or noting any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
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Sedan and Bicycle Collide on Brooklyn Street▸Jan 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with a sedan on Hart Street. The crash involved improper lane usage and traffic control disregard, resulting in a concussion and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Hart Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male bicyclist was riding north when he collided with a westbound 2013 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in a concussion. The report cites the bicyclist's contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was injured seriously. The report highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and failure to obey traffic controls, emphasizing systemic dangers in this crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Marcy Ave▸Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 18 - A bus and sedan collided on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and traffic control disregard led to impact. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. The crash left passengers bruised and shaken.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south and a sedan traveling east collided at 8:20 AM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The sedan driver was cited for inattention and disregarding traffic control. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front and the bus’s right rear. Three occupants were hurt: the sedan driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; a 68-year-old female passenger had neck contusions and shock; a 33-year-old male passenger sustained back contusions. The police report highlights driver inattention and traffic control disregard as the main contributing factors.
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Sedan Slams SUV on Marcus Garvey Blvd▸Jan 13 - A sedan hit an SUV at Marcus Garvey Blvd and Monroe St. Three sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. Both drivers ignored traffic controls. Inexperience and disregard fueled the crash.
According to the police report, at 22:55 on Marcus Garvey Blvd near Monroe St in Brooklyn, a sedan traveling south collided with an SUV traveling west. Both drivers held permit licenses and disregarded traffic controls, as cited in the report. The sedan's front end struck the right side doors of the SUV. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience was also listed as a contributing factor. The report highlights that ignoring traffic controls and lack of experience led to this violent impact and injuries.
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Two Bicyclists Collide on Bedford Ave▸Jan 8 - Two bicyclists collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 3-year-old boy was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. The crash involved driver inattention and disregard for traffic control, highlighting dangers even among vulnerable cyclists.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:01 AM on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Two bicycles traveling south and west collided. The 3-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his face, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were bicycles, and neither showed damage. The young victim was conscious and wearing unspecified safety equipment labeled 'Other.' The collision's point of impact was the center front end of one bike and 'Other' on the second. The report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the victim or noting any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
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Sedan and Bicycle Collide on Brooklyn Street▸Jan 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with a sedan on Hart Street. The crash involved improper lane usage and traffic control disregard, resulting in a concussion and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Hart Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male bicyclist was riding north when he collided with a westbound 2013 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in a concussion. The report cites the bicyclist's contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was injured seriously. The report highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and failure to obey traffic controls, emphasizing systemic dangers in this crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Marcy Ave▸Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 13 - A sedan hit an SUV at Marcus Garvey Blvd and Monroe St. Three sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. Both drivers ignored traffic controls. Inexperience and disregard fueled the crash.
According to the police report, at 22:55 on Marcus Garvey Blvd near Monroe St in Brooklyn, a sedan traveling south collided with an SUV traveling west. Both drivers held permit licenses and disregarded traffic controls, as cited in the report. The sedan's front end struck the right side doors of the SUV. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience was also listed as a contributing factor. The report highlights that ignoring traffic controls and lack of experience led to this violent impact and injuries.
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Two Bicyclists Collide on Bedford Ave▸Jan 8 - Two bicyclists collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 3-year-old boy was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. The crash involved driver inattention and disregard for traffic control, highlighting dangers even among vulnerable cyclists.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:01 AM on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Two bicycles traveling south and west collided. The 3-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his face, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were bicycles, and neither showed damage. The young victim was conscious and wearing unspecified safety equipment labeled 'Other.' The collision's point of impact was the center front end of one bike and 'Other' on the second. The report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the victim or noting any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
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Sedan and Bicycle Collide on Brooklyn Street▸Jan 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with a sedan on Hart Street. The crash involved improper lane usage and traffic control disregard, resulting in a concussion and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Hart Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male bicyclist was riding north when he collided with a westbound 2013 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in a concussion. The report cites the bicyclist's contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was injured seriously. The report highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and failure to obey traffic controls, emphasizing systemic dangers in this crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Marcy Ave▸Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 8 - Two bicyclists collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 3-year-old boy was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. The crash involved driver inattention and disregard for traffic control, highlighting dangers even among vulnerable cyclists.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:01 AM on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Two bicycles traveling south and west collided. The 3-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his face, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were bicycles, and neither showed damage. The young victim was conscious and wearing unspecified safety equipment labeled 'Other.' The collision's point of impact was the center front end of one bike and 'Other' on the second. The report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the victim or noting any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
4
Sedan and Bicycle Collide on Brooklyn Street▸Jan 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with a sedan on Hart Street. The crash involved improper lane usage and traffic control disregard, resulting in a concussion and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Hart Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male bicyclist was riding north when he collided with a westbound 2013 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in a concussion. The report cites the bicyclist's contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was injured seriously. The report highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and failure to obey traffic controls, emphasizing systemic dangers in this crash.
1
Aggressive Driving Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Marcy Ave▸Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with a sedan on Hart Street. The crash involved improper lane usage and traffic control disregard, resulting in a concussion and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Hart Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old male bicyclist was riding north when he collided with a westbound 2013 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in a concussion. The report cites the bicyclist's contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was injured seriously. The report highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and failure to obey traffic controls, emphasizing systemic dangers in this crash.
1
Aggressive Driving Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Marcy Ave▸Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 1 - A northbound sedan, engaged in police pursuit, rear-ended a stopped SUV on Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite aggressive driving and unsafe speed as key factors in this violent collision.
According to the police report, at 3:26 AM on Marcy Ave in Brooklyn, a northbound sedan involved in a police pursuit collided with a stationary SUV. The sedan struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV and another sedan were stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior and excessive speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
- Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile, NY Daily News, Published 2025-01-01