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 5
▸ Crush Injuries 6
▸ Severe Bleeding 2
▸ Severe Lacerations 7
▸ Concussion 9
▸ Whiplash 56
▸ Contusion/Bruise 101
▸ Abrasion 68
▸ Pain/Nausea 29
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.
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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Precinct 81: Four people walking, four crashes, one week
Precinct 81: Jan 1, 2022 - Nov 22, 2025
Just before 9 PM on Nov 15, a driver going straight hit a 23-year-old woman crossing near Stuyvesant Ave. She lived. Her leg broke. Police filed it as a pedestrian crash, no crosswalk.
This Week
- Early Nov 13 at Broadway and Willoughby, a pickup turning left hit a 40-year-old man who was crossing with the signal; police recorded failure to yield and distraction by the driver (crash record).
- Nov 12 at Broadway and Woodbine, a pickup going straight hit a 43-year-old man at the intersection (crash record).
- Late afternoon Nov 11 at Utica and Fulton, a left‑turning sedan and an eastbound taxi were involved as a 66‑year‑old man walking was injured away from an intersection (crash record).
The toll on these blocks
Since 2022 in Precinct 81, traffic crashes have killed 5 people and injured 1,568. Fifteen of those injuries were reported as serious. Most who died were people walking. These counts come from NYC’s open crash database for this precinct and time window (NYC Open Data).
Police reports here point again and again to driver actions. Inattention and distraction are linked to 60 injuries, and failure to yield shows up in 14 injuries, in this one precinct over this period (NYC Open Data).
The pattern has a clock. Injuries peak around school‑dismissal and the evening rush, with 111 injuries recorded in the 3 PM hour and 95 at 2 PM. Deaths cluster at off‑hours too, with fatalities recorded around 3 AM, 6 AM, 7 PM, and 11 PM (NYC Open Data).
Two corridors stand out. Broadway shows heavy harm. So does Marcus Garvey Boulevard. Both are listed among the top locations for injuries and deaths in this precinct’s records (NYC Open Data).
Who gets hit most
People on foot bear the worst of it here: 5 killed and 337 injured since 2022, with 5 serious injuries noted. People on bikes were hurt 174 times. These are police tallies for this precinct over the covered period (NYC Open Data).
When police coded the vehicles involved in pedestrian injuries here, drivers in SUVs were tied to 94 pedestrian casualties, including 4 deaths; sedans were tied to 140 pedestrian casualties; an “unspecified” vehicle category included 1 pedestrian death. These totals are from this same 2022–present window (NYC Open Data).
The grief is not abstract. After another family was wiped out in Brooklyn, a judge’s sentence drew public outrage. “The deaths spurred calls for increased traffic safety,” reported the Times about that case (New York Times).
Fix the corners drivers keep taking
This precinct has repeat crash corners. Harden the turns on Broadway and Marcus Garvey. Add daylighting so drivers can see people already in the crosswalk. Use leading pedestrian intervals at signals to give walkers a head start. Target left‑turn enforcement where injuries already cluster. Each of these focuses on the documented patterns here: failure to yield, turning crashes, peak hours tied to school and commute times (NYC Open Data).
Precinct 81 can also aim enforcement at the worst times and places the data flags. The record shows the hours and the corners.
Citywide levers that matter on these blocks
Lower speeds save lives. The city now has the power to set safer limits. The transportation commissioner put it plain: “A driver’s speed can mean the difference between life and death in a traffic crash” (NYC DOT).
Albany is weighing another step: require intelligent speed limiters for repeat dangerous drivers. The Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045C/A2299C) would mandate speed‑limiting tech for vehicles that rack up extreme camera or point totals. That is a narrow tool aimed at the small set of drivers who do the most harm (Take Action).
Your local officials for this precinct are Council Member Chi A. Ossé, Assembly Member Latrice Walker, and Senator Zellnor Myrie. The public record in this context does not show whether they have sponsored these measures. Will they back a 20 MPH default and the speed‑limiter bill? What gives?
The family on Stuyvesant did not get a head start. The corners here can. So can the law. Start with slower speeds and real limits on the worst drivers. Then make the turns safe. If you’re ready to push, start here.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where is Precinct 81?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-22
- Driver Who Killed Mother and Daughters Sentenced to 3 to 9 Years, The New York Times, Published 2025-11-19
- NYC DOT Home (Commissioner statement referenced in agency press materials), NYC Department of Transportation, Accessed 2025-11-22
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Person, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-22
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Vehicles, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-22
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Latrice Walker
District 55
Council Member Chi A. Ossé
District 36
State Senator Zellnor Myrie
District 20
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 81 Police Precinct 81 sits in Brooklyn, District 36, AD 55, SD 20.
It contains Brooklyn CB3, Bedford-Stuyvesant (East).
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 81
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Van driver injures pedestrian at Malcolm X, Jefferson▸Sep 10 - Driver in a van going south on Malcolm X Boulevard hit a 47-year-old man in the Jefferson Avenue intersection. The man stayed conscious with back and internal injuries. Police recorded view obstructed/limited by the driver.
At Malcolm X Boulevard and Jefferson Avenue in Brooklyn, a driver in a Ram van traveling south and going straight hit a 47-year-old man in the intersection. The man sustained back and internal injuries and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, police recorded view obstructed/limited by the driver. The report lists center front-end point of impact and damage to the van. The crash was reported at 6:21 p.m. The driver, 46, was licensed and alone in the vehicle.
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Left turn at Gates and Ralph injures rider▸Sep 3 - A left-turn driver in a sedan hit a motorcyclist going east on Gates at Ralph in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The car driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a driver in a 2012 Honda sedan was making a left turn at Gates Ave and Ralph Ave in Brooklyn when he collided with a 44-year-old man riding a 2024 Ducati motorcycle eastbound. The crash occurred at 7:48 p.m. The sedan traveled west on Gates before the turn; the rider was going straight east. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The 25-year-old sedan driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed. Both vehicles showed center front-end impact and damage. The report lists no other contributing factors tied to either driver, and both drivers were licensed.
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Moped rider, 25, dies after crashing into 2 vehicles in Brooklyn intersection▸
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Moped rider, 25, dies after crashing into 2 vehicles in Brooklyn intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-09-03
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Unlicensed SUV plows parked cars▸Aug 25 - An unlicensed driver hit parked cars on Patchen and Halsey. Metal screamed. Airbag blew. A woman driver was hurt. Two passengers listed. Alcohol flagged. Brooklyn street, broad daylight, cars stacked and scarred.
An SUV traveling straight on Patchen Avenue at Halsey Street struck multiple parked vehicles. One female driver, 32, suffered an arm contusion. Two male passengers, 31, were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Alcohol Involvement.” The data also show the striking driver was unlicensed. These are driver errors that endanger everyone on the street. Parked vehicles—a Mercedes SUV, a Ford sedan, and an Audi SUV—show left‑side and rear damage, consistent with a frontal hit by the moving Mercedes SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were recorded as injured in this crash.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Crossing Woman▸Aug 20 - A pickup turning left on Ralph Ave hit a 56-year-old woman at Gates Ave. She suffered shoulder and arm contusions and shock. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
According to the police report, a northbound pickup truck making a left turn from Ralph Ave at Gates Ave struck a 56-year-old woman. The pickup hit her with its left front bumper. The woman suffered a shoulder and upper-arm contusion and was listed in shock and injured. The report states the crash involved "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle is a 2023 Chevrolet pickup registered in NC. The report also records that the driver and an occupant had unspecified injuries and lists driver inattention and failure to yield as contributing factors.
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Left-turning SUV hits parked SUV▸Aug 20 - Atlantic Avenue, Crown Heights. A left-turning SUV struck a parked SUV. The driver was hurt. Metal scraped. Sirens came. Streets stayed loud.
A westbound Nissan SUV making a left turn on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn struck a parked Nissan SUV. One person—the female driver of the turning SUV—sustained facial abrasions and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Physical Disability.” The data show the moving vehicle was turning left into a parked car, a basic failure of control and attention. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. No other contributing factors were listed beyond “Physical Disability.”
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SUV Entering Park Spot Ejects Cyclist▸Aug 18 - A southbound SUV entered a parked position and struck a southbound cyclist on Ralph Ave. The rider was ejected and suffered an arm injury and contusion. Police listed Other Vehicular as a contributing factor.
A southbound SUV entering a parked position collided with a southbound bicyclist on Ralph Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered an elbow/lower arm injury and a contusion. "According to the police report," the crash involved a "Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle" and a "Bike," with contributing factor listed as "Other Vehicular." The SUV’s point of impact was the right front bumper. The bike’s point of impact and damage was the center front end. Police recorded the driver’s pre-crash action as "Entering Parked Position." The bicyclist wore a helmet, noted in the report after the driver’s actions.
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SUV turns left, strikes northbound cyclist▸Aug 14 - An SUV cut left on Lexington and hit a northbound cyclist on Lewis. The rider went down hard. Hip and leg torn. Police cite inattention and tailgating. The bike’s front took the blow. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A cyclist riding north on Lewis Avenue collided with a left-turning SUV at Lexington Avenue. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, the crash involved “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also lists “Following Too Closely.” The SUV was making a left turn; the bike was going straight ahead when its center front struck, and the SUV sustained impact to its left side doors. Records show the cyclist was unlicensed, which is irrelevant to fault for a bike rider. No other contributing factors are listed.
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SUV hits woman crossing with signal▸Aug 4 - An SUV rolled west on Myrtle and struck a woman crossing with the light at Broadway. She went down, bruised and hurt. The driver was distracted. Street churned. Sirens followed.
A westbound SUV on Myrtle Avenue at Broadway struck a 29‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. She suffered a lower‑leg contusion and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The driver, a 43‑year‑old man, was going straight ahead and his vehicle showed right‑front impact. Police also list driver inattention as the contributing factor for occupants. The pedestrian was at the intersection and crossing with the signal, which the report notes after the driver error. This crash shows a driver failing to pay attention and a person on foot bearing the harm.
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Driver Kills Man Crossing Broadway at Suydam▸Aug 2 - A driver hit a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam in Brooklyn. The impact crushed his body. He died there. Police listed no driver errors. Vehicle type and driver details were not recorded.
A driver hit and killed a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was killed. Police listed no contributing factors or driver errors in the dataset. The vehicle type, travel direction, and driver details were not recorded. The crash location is within the 81st Precinct area. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned in the report. The record identifies the victim as a pedestrian at an intersection. Beyond that, the data give no cause.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Cyclist on Patchen Ave▸Aug 1 - The driver of an unlicensed SUV hit a 21-year-old bicyclist on Patchen Ave near Macon St. The rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded Passing or Lane Usage Improper and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Error.
The driver of an SUV hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle southbound on Patchen Ave near Macon St and the rider was ejected and injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” as contributing factors. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage at the point of impact; the bicycle showed center back end damage. The report notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash left the bicyclist injured and in shock.
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Cyclist Hits Parked BMW on Ralph Ave▸Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
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Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
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Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Sep 10 - Driver in a van going south on Malcolm X Boulevard hit a 47-year-old man in the Jefferson Avenue intersection. The man stayed conscious with back and internal injuries. Police recorded view obstructed/limited by the driver.
At Malcolm X Boulevard and Jefferson Avenue in Brooklyn, a driver in a Ram van traveling south and going straight hit a 47-year-old man in the intersection. The man sustained back and internal injuries and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, police recorded view obstructed/limited by the driver. The report lists center front-end point of impact and damage to the van. The crash was reported at 6:21 p.m. The driver, 46, was licensed and alone in the vehicle.
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Left turn at Gates and Ralph injures rider▸Sep 3 - A left-turn driver in a sedan hit a motorcyclist going east on Gates at Ralph in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The car driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a driver in a 2012 Honda sedan was making a left turn at Gates Ave and Ralph Ave in Brooklyn when he collided with a 44-year-old man riding a 2024 Ducati motorcycle eastbound. The crash occurred at 7:48 p.m. The sedan traveled west on Gates before the turn; the rider was going straight east. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The 25-year-old sedan driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed. Both vehicles showed center front-end impact and damage. The report lists no other contributing factors tied to either driver, and both drivers were licensed.
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Moped rider, 25, dies after crashing into 2 vehicles in Brooklyn intersection▸
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Moped rider, 25, dies after crashing into 2 vehicles in Brooklyn intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-09-03
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Unlicensed SUV plows parked cars▸Aug 25 - An unlicensed driver hit parked cars on Patchen and Halsey. Metal screamed. Airbag blew. A woman driver was hurt. Two passengers listed. Alcohol flagged. Brooklyn street, broad daylight, cars stacked and scarred.
An SUV traveling straight on Patchen Avenue at Halsey Street struck multiple parked vehicles. One female driver, 32, suffered an arm contusion. Two male passengers, 31, were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Alcohol Involvement.” The data also show the striking driver was unlicensed. These are driver errors that endanger everyone on the street. Parked vehicles—a Mercedes SUV, a Ford sedan, and an Audi SUV—show left‑side and rear damage, consistent with a frontal hit by the moving Mercedes SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were recorded as injured in this crash.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Crossing Woman▸Aug 20 - A pickup turning left on Ralph Ave hit a 56-year-old woman at Gates Ave. She suffered shoulder and arm contusions and shock. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
According to the police report, a northbound pickup truck making a left turn from Ralph Ave at Gates Ave struck a 56-year-old woman. The pickup hit her with its left front bumper. The woman suffered a shoulder and upper-arm contusion and was listed in shock and injured. The report states the crash involved "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle is a 2023 Chevrolet pickup registered in NC. The report also records that the driver and an occupant had unspecified injuries and lists driver inattention and failure to yield as contributing factors.
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Left-turning SUV hits parked SUV▸Aug 20 - Atlantic Avenue, Crown Heights. A left-turning SUV struck a parked SUV. The driver was hurt. Metal scraped. Sirens came. Streets stayed loud.
A westbound Nissan SUV making a left turn on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn struck a parked Nissan SUV. One person—the female driver of the turning SUV—sustained facial abrasions and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Physical Disability.” The data show the moving vehicle was turning left into a parked car, a basic failure of control and attention. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. No other contributing factors were listed beyond “Physical Disability.”
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SUV Entering Park Spot Ejects Cyclist▸Aug 18 - A southbound SUV entered a parked position and struck a southbound cyclist on Ralph Ave. The rider was ejected and suffered an arm injury and contusion. Police listed Other Vehicular as a contributing factor.
A southbound SUV entering a parked position collided with a southbound bicyclist on Ralph Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered an elbow/lower arm injury and a contusion. "According to the police report," the crash involved a "Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle" and a "Bike," with contributing factor listed as "Other Vehicular." The SUV’s point of impact was the right front bumper. The bike’s point of impact and damage was the center front end. Police recorded the driver’s pre-crash action as "Entering Parked Position." The bicyclist wore a helmet, noted in the report after the driver’s actions.
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SUV turns left, strikes northbound cyclist▸Aug 14 - An SUV cut left on Lexington and hit a northbound cyclist on Lewis. The rider went down hard. Hip and leg torn. Police cite inattention and tailgating. The bike’s front took the blow. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A cyclist riding north on Lewis Avenue collided with a left-turning SUV at Lexington Avenue. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, the crash involved “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also lists “Following Too Closely.” The SUV was making a left turn; the bike was going straight ahead when its center front struck, and the SUV sustained impact to its left side doors. Records show the cyclist was unlicensed, which is irrelevant to fault for a bike rider. No other contributing factors are listed.
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SUV hits woman crossing with signal▸Aug 4 - An SUV rolled west on Myrtle and struck a woman crossing with the light at Broadway. She went down, bruised and hurt. The driver was distracted. Street churned. Sirens followed.
A westbound SUV on Myrtle Avenue at Broadway struck a 29‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. She suffered a lower‑leg contusion and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The driver, a 43‑year‑old man, was going straight ahead and his vehicle showed right‑front impact. Police also list driver inattention as the contributing factor for occupants. The pedestrian was at the intersection and crossing with the signal, which the report notes after the driver error. This crash shows a driver failing to pay attention and a person on foot bearing the harm.
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Driver Kills Man Crossing Broadway at Suydam▸Aug 2 - A driver hit a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam in Brooklyn. The impact crushed his body. He died there. Police listed no driver errors. Vehicle type and driver details were not recorded.
A driver hit and killed a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was killed. Police listed no contributing factors or driver errors in the dataset. The vehicle type, travel direction, and driver details were not recorded. The crash location is within the 81st Precinct area. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned in the report. The record identifies the victim as a pedestrian at an intersection. Beyond that, the data give no cause.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Cyclist on Patchen Ave▸Aug 1 - The driver of an unlicensed SUV hit a 21-year-old bicyclist on Patchen Ave near Macon St. The rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded Passing or Lane Usage Improper and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Error.
The driver of an SUV hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle southbound on Patchen Ave near Macon St and the rider was ejected and injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” as contributing factors. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage at the point of impact; the bicycle showed center back end damage. The report notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash left the bicyclist injured and in shock.
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Cyclist Hits Parked BMW on Ralph Ave▸Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
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Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
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Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Sep 3 - A left-turn driver in a sedan hit a motorcyclist going east on Gates at Ralph in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The car driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a driver in a 2012 Honda sedan was making a left turn at Gates Ave and Ralph Ave in Brooklyn when he collided with a 44-year-old man riding a 2024 Ducati motorcycle eastbound. The crash occurred at 7:48 p.m. The sedan traveled west on Gates before the turn; the rider was going straight east. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The 25-year-old sedan driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed. Both vehicles showed center front-end impact and damage. The report lists no other contributing factors tied to either driver, and both drivers were licensed.
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Moped rider, 25, dies after crashing into 2 vehicles in Brooklyn intersection▸
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Moped rider, 25, dies after crashing into 2 vehicles in Brooklyn intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-09-03
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Unlicensed SUV plows parked cars▸Aug 25 - An unlicensed driver hit parked cars on Patchen and Halsey. Metal screamed. Airbag blew. A woman driver was hurt. Two passengers listed. Alcohol flagged. Brooklyn street, broad daylight, cars stacked and scarred.
An SUV traveling straight on Patchen Avenue at Halsey Street struck multiple parked vehicles. One female driver, 32, suffered an arm contusion. Two male passengers, 31, were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Alcohol Involvement.” The data also show the striking driver was unlicensed. These are driver errors that endanger everyone on the street. Parked vehicles—a Mercedes SUV, a Ford sedan, and an Audi SUV—show left‑side and rear damage, consistent with a frontal hit by the moving Mercedes SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were recorded as injured in this crash.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Crossing Woman▸Aug 20 - A pickup turning left on Ralph Ave hit a 56-year-old woman at Gates Ave. She suffered shoulder and arm contusions and shock. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
According to the police report, a northbound pickup truck making a left turn from Ralph Ave at Gates Ave struck a 56-year-old woman. The pickup hit her with its left front bumper. The woman suffered a shoulder and upper-arm contusion and was listed in shock and injured. The report states the crash involved "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle is a 2023 Chevrolet pickup registered in NC. The report also records that the driver and an occupant had unspecified injuries and lists driver inattention and failure to yield as contributing factors.
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Left-turning SUV hits parked SUV▸Aug 20 - Atlantic Avenue, Crown Heights. A left-turning SUV struck a parked SUV. The driver was hurt. Metal scraped. Sirens came. Streets stayed loud.
A westbound Nissan SUV making a left turn on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn struck a parked Nissan SUV. One person—the female driver of the turning SUV—sustained facial abrasions and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Physical Disability.” The data show the moving vehicle was turning left into a parked car, a basic failure of control and attention. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. No other contributing factors were listed beyond “Physical Disability.”
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SUV Entering Park Spot Ejects Cyclist▸Aug 18 - A southbound SUV entered a parked position and struck a southbound cyclist on Ralph Ave. The rider was ejected and suffered an arm injury and contusion. Police listed Other Vehicular as a contributing factor.
A southbound SUV entering a parked position collided with a southbound bicyclist on Ralph Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered an elbow/lower arm injury and a contusion. "According to the police report," the crash involved a "Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle" and a "Bike," with contributing factor listed as "Other Vehicular." The SUV’s point of impact was the right front bumper. The bike’s point of impact and damage was the center front end. Police recorded the driver’s pre-crash action as "Entering Parked Position." The bicyclist wore a helmet, noted in the report after the driver’s actions.
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SUV turns left, strikes northbound cyclist▸Aug 14 - An SUV cut left on Lexington and hit a northbound cyclist on Lewis. The rider went down hard. Hip and leg torn. Police cite inattention and tailgating. The bike’s front took the blow. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A cyclist riding north on Lewis Avenue collided with a left-turning SUV at Lexington Avenue. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, the crash involved “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also lists “Following Too Closely.” The SUV was making a left turn; the bike was going straight ahead when its center front struck, and the SUV sustained impact to its left side doors. Records show the cyclist was unlicensed, which is irrelevant to fault for a bike rider. No other contributing factors are listed.
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SUV hits woman crossing with signal▸Aug 4 - An SUV rolled west on Myrtle and struck a woman crossing with the light at Broadway. She went down, bruised and hurt. The driver was distracted. Street churned. Sirens followed.
A westbound SUV on Myrtle Avenue at Broadway struck a 29‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. She suffered a lower‑leg contusion and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The driver, a 43‑year‑old man, was going straight ahead and his vehicle showed right‑front impact. Police also list driver inattention as the contributing factor for occupants. The pedestrian was at the intersection and crossing with the signal, which the report notes after the driver error. This crash shows a driver failing to pay attention and a person on foot bearing the harm.
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Driver Kills Man Crossing Broadway at Suydam▸Aug 2 - A driver hit a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam in Brooklyn. The impact crushed his body. He died there. Police listed no driver errors. Vehicle type and driver details were not recorded.
A driver hit and killed a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was killed. Police listed no contributing factors or driver errors in the dataset. The vehicle type, travel direction, and driver details were not recorded. The crash location is within the 81st Precinct area. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned in the report. The record identifies the victim as a pedestrian at an intersection. Beyond that, the data give no cause.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Cyclist on Patchen Ave▸Aug 1 - The driver of an unlicensed SUV hit a 21-year-old bicyclist on Patchen Ave near Macon St. The rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded Passing or Lane Usage Improper and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Error.
The driver of an SUV hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle southbound on Patchen Ave near Macon St and the rider was ejected and injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” as contributing factors. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage at the point of impact; the bicycle showed center back end damage. The report notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash left the bicyclist injured and in shock.
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Cyclist Hits Parked BMW on Ralph Ave▸Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
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Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
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Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
- Moped rider, 25, dies after crashing into 2 vehicles in Brooklyn intersection, NY Daily News, Published 2025-09-03
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Unlicensed SUV plows parked cars▸Aug 25 - An unlicensed driver hit parked cars on Patchen and Halsey. Metal screamed. Airbag blew. A woman driver was hurt. Two passengers listed. Alcohol flagged. Brooklyn street, broad daylight, cars stacked and scarred.
An SUV traveling straight on Patchen Avenue at Halsey Street struck multiple parked vehicles. One female driver, 32, suffered an arm contusion. Two male passengers, 31, were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Alcohol Involvement.” The data also show the striking driver was unlicensed. These are driver errors that endanger everyone on the street. Parked vehicles—a Mercedes SUV, a Ford sedan, and an Audi SUV—show left‑side and rear damage, consistent with a frontal hit by the moving Mercedes SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were recorded as injured in this crash.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Crossing Woman▸Aug 20 - A pickup turning left on Ralph Ave hit a 56-year-old woman at Gates Ave. She suffered shoulder and arm contusions and shock. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
According to the police report, a northbound pickup truck making a left turn from Ralph Ave at Gates Ave struck a 56-year-old woman. The pickup hit her with its left front bumper. The woman suffered a shoulder and upper-arm contusion and was listed in shock and injured. The report states the crash involved "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle is a 2023 Chevrolet pickup registered in NC. The report also records that the driver and an occupant had unspecified injuries and lists driver inattention and failure to yield as contributing factors.
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Left-turning SUV hits parked SUV▸Aug 20 - Atlantic Avenue, Crown Heights. A left-turning SUV struck a parked SUV. The driver was hurt. Metal scraped. Sirens came. Streets stayed loud.
A westbound Nissan SUV making a left turn on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn struck a parked Nissan SUV. One person—the female driver of the turning SUV—sustained facial abrasions and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Physical Disability.” The data show the moving vehicle was turning left into a parked car, a basic failure of control and attention. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. No other contributing factors were listed beyond “Physical Disability.”
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SUV Entering Park Spot Ejects Cyclist▸Aug 18 - A southbound SUV entered a parked position and struck a southbound cyclist on Ralph Ave. The rider was ejected and suffered an arm injury and contusion. Police listed Other Vehicular as a contributing factor.
A southbound SUV entering a parked position collided with a southbound bicyclist on Ralph Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered an elbow/lower arm injury and a contusion. "According to the police report," the crash involved a "Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle" and a "Bike," with contributing factor listed as "Other Vehicular." The SUV’s point of impact was the right front bumper. The bike’s point of impact and damage was the center front end. Police recorded the driver’s pre-crash action as "Entering Parked Position." The bicyclist wore a helmet, noted in the report after the driver’s actions.
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SUV turns left, strikes northbound cyclist▸Aug 14 - An SUV cut left on Lexington and hit a northbound cyclist on Lewis. The rider went down hard. Hip and leg torn. Police cite inattention and tailgating. The bike’s front took the blow. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A cyclist riding north on Lewis Avenue collided with a left-turning SUV at Lexington Avenue. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, the crash involved “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also lists “Following Too Closely.” The SUV was making a left turn; the bike was going straight ahead when its center front struck, and the SUV sustained impact to its left side doors. Records show the cyclist was unlicensed, which is irrelevant to fault for a bike rider. No other contributing factors are listed.
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SUV hits woman crossing with signal▸Aug 4 - An SUV rolled west on Myrtle and struck a woman crossing with the light at Broadway. She went down, bruised and hurt. The driver was distracted. Street churned. Sirens followed.
A westbound SUV on Myrtle Avenue at Broadway struck a 29‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. She suffered a lower‑leg contusion and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The driver, a 43‑year‑old man, was going straight ahead and his vehicle showed right‑front impact. Police also list driver inattention as the contributing factor for occupants. The pedestrian was at the intersection and crossing with the signal, which the report notes after the driver error. This crash shows a driver failing to pay attention and a person on foot bearing the harm.
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Driver Kills Man Crossing Broadway at Suydam▸Aug 2 - A driver hit a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam in Brooklyn. The impact crushed his body. He died there. Police listed no driver errors. Vehicle type and driver details were not recorded.
A driver hit and killed a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was killed. Police listed no contributing factors or driver errors in the dataset. The vehicle type, travel direction, and driver details were not recorded. The crash location is within the 81st Precinct area. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned in the report. The record identifies the victim as a pedestrian at an intersection. Beyond that, the data give no cause.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Cyclist on Patchen Ave▸Aug 1 - The driver of an unlicensed SUV hit a 21-year-old bicyclist on Patchen Ave near Macon St. The rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded Passing or Lane Usage Improper and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Error.
The driver of an SUV hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle southbound on Patchen Ave near Macon St and the rider was ejected and injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” as contributing factors. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage at the point of impact; the bicycle showed center back end damage. The report notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash left the bicyclist injured and in shock.
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Cyclist Hits Parked BMW on Ralph Ave▸Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
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Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
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Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 25 - An unlicensed driver hit parked cars on Patchen and Halsey. Metal screamed. Airbag blew. A woman driver was hurt. Two passengers listed. Alcohol flagged. Brooklyn street, broad daylight, cars stacked and scarred.
An SUV traveling straight on Patchen Avenue at Halsey Street struck multiple parked vehicles. One female driver, 32, suffered an arm contusion. Two male passengers, 31, were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Alcohol Involvement.” The data also show the striking driver was unlicensed. These are driver errors that endanger everyone on the street. Parked vehicles—a Mercedes SUV, a Ford sedan, and an Audi SUV—show left‑side and rear damage, consistent with a frontal hit by the moving Mercedes SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were recorded as injured in this crash.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Crossing Woman▸Aug 20 - A pickup turning left on Ralph Ave hit a 56-year-old woman at Gates Ave. She suffered shoulder and arm contusions and shock. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
According to the police report, a northbound pickup truck making a left turn from Ralph Ave at Gates Ave struck a 56-year-old woman. The pickup hit her with its left front bumper. The woman suffered a shoulder and upper-arm contusion and was listed in shock and injured. The report states the crash involved "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle is a 2023 Chevrolet pickup registered in NC. The report also records that the driver and an occupant had unspecified injuries and lists driver inattention and failure to yield as contributing factors.
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Left-turning SUV hits parked SUV▸Aug 20 - Atlantic Avenue, Crown Heights. A left-turning SUV struck a parked SUV. The driver was hurt. Metal scraped. Sirens came. Streets stayed loud.
A westbound Nissan SUV making a left turn on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn struck a parked Nissan SUV. One person—the female driver of the turning SUV—sustained facial abrasions and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Physical Disability.” The data show the moving vehicle was turning left into a parked car, a basic failure of control and attention. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. No other contributing factors were listed beyond “Physical Disability.”
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SUV Entering Park Spot Ejects Cyclist▸Aug 18 - A southbound SUV entered a parked position and struck a southbound cyclist on Ralph Ave. The rider was ejected and suffered an arm injury and contusion. Police listed Other Vehicular as a contributing factor.
A southbound SUV entering a parked position collided with a southbound bicyclist on Ralph Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered an elbow/lower arm injury and a contusion. "According to the police report," the crash involved a "Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle" and a "Bike," with contributing factor listed as "Other Vehicular." The SUV’s point of impact was the right front bumper. The bike’s point of impact and damage was the center front end. Police recorded the driver’s pre-crash action as "Entering Parked Position." The bicyclist wore a helmet, noted in the report after the driver’s actions.
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SUV turns left, strikes northbound cyclist▸Aug 14 - An SUV cut left on Lexington and hit a northbound cyclist on Lewis. The rider went down hard. Hip and leg torn. Police cite inattention and tailgating. The bike’s front took the blow. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A cyclist riding north on Lewis Avenue collided with a left-turning SUV at Lexington Avenue. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, the crash involved “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also lists “Following Too Closely.” The SUV was making a left turn; the bike was going straight ahead when its center front struck, and the SUV sustained impact to its left side doors. Records show the cyclist was unlicensed, which is irrelevant to fault for a bike rider. No other contributing factors are listed.
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SUV hits woman crossing with signal▸Aug 4 - An SUV rolled west on Myrtle and struck a woman crossing with the light at Broadway. She went down, bruised and hurt. The driver was distracted. Street churned. Sirens followed.
A westbound SUV on Myrtle Avenue at Broadway struck a 29‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. She suffered a lower‑leg contusion and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The driver, a 43‑year‑old man, was going straight ahead and his vehicle showed right‑front impact. Police also list driver inattention as the contributing factor for occupants. The pedestrian was at the intersection and crossing with the signal, which the report notes after the driver error. This crash shows a driver failing to pay attention and a person on foot bearing the harm.
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Driver Kills Man Crossing Broadway at Suydam▸Aug 2 - A driver hit a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam in Brooklyn. The impact crushed his body. He died there. Police listed no driver errors. Vehicle type and driver details were not recorded.
A driver hit and killed a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was killed. Police listed no contributing factors or driver errors in the dataset. The vehicle type, travel direction, and driver details were not recorded. The crash location is within the 81st Precinct area. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned in the report. The record identifies the victim as a pedestrian at an intersection. Beyond that, the data give no cause.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Cyclist on Patchen Ave▸Aug 1 - The driver of an unlicensed SUV hit a 21-year-old bicyclist on Patchen Ave near Macon St. The rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded Passing or Lane Usage Improper and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Error.
The driver of an SUV hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle southbound on Patchen Ave near Macon St and the rider was ejected and injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” as contributing factors. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage at the point of impact; the bicycle showed center back end damage. The report notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash left the bicyclist injured and in shock.
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Cyclist Hits Parked BMW on Ralph Ave▸Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
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Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
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Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 20 - A pickup turning left on Ralph Ave hit a 56-year-old woman at Gates Ave. She suffered shoulder and arm contusions and shock. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
According to the police report, a northbound pickup truck making a left turn from Ralph Ave at Gates Ave struck a 56-year-old woman. The pickup hit her with its left front bumper. The woman suffered a shoulder and upper-arm contusion and was listed in shock and injured. The report states the crash involved "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle is a 2023 Chevrolet pickup registered in NC. The report also records that the driver and an occupant had unspecified injuries and lists driver inattention and failure to yield as contributing factors.
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Left-turning SUV hits parked SUV▸Aug 20 - Atlantic Avenue, Crown Heights. A left-turning SUV struck a parked SUV. The driver was hurt. Metal scraped. Sirens came. Streets stayed loud.
A westbound Nissan SUV making a left turn on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn struck a parked Nissan SUV. One person—the female driver of the turning SUV—sustained facial abrasions and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Physical Disability.” The data show the moving vehicle was turning left into a parked car, a basic failure of control and attention. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. No other contributing factors were listed beyond “Physical Disability.”
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SUV Entering Park Spot Ejects Cyclist▸Aug 18 - A southbound SUV entered a parked position and struck a southbound cyclist on Ralph Ave. The rider was ejected and suffered an arm injury and contusion. Police listed Other Vehicular as a contributing factor.
A southbound SUV entering a parked position collided with a southbound bicyclist on Ralph Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered an elbow/lower arm injury and a contusion. "According to the police report," the crash involved a "Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle" and a "Bike," with contributing factor listed as "Other Vehicular." The SUV’s point of impact was the right front bumper. The bike’s point of impact and damage was the center front end. Police recorded the driver’s pre-crash action as "Entering Parked Position." The bicyclist wore a helmet, noted in the report after the driver’s actions.
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SUV turns left, strikes northbound cyclist▸Aug 14 - An SUV cut left on Lexington and hit a northbound cyclist on Lewis. The rider went down hard. Hip and leg torn. Police cite inattention and tailgating. The bike’s front took the blow. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A cyclist riding north on Lewis Avenue collided with a left-turning SUV at Lexington Avenue. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, the crash involved “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also lists “Following Too Closely.” The SUV was making a left turn; the bike was going straight ahead when its center front struck, and the SUV sustained impact to its left side doors. Records show the cyclist was unlicensed, which is irrelevant to fault for a bike rider. No other contributing factors are listed.
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SUV hits woman crossing with signal▸Aug 4 - An SUV rolled west on Myrtle and struck a woman crossing with the light at Broadway. She went down, bruised and hurt. The driver was distracted. Street churned. Sirens followed.
A westbound SUV on Myrtle Avenue at Broadway struck a 29‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. She suffered a lower‑leg contusion and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The driver, a 43‑year‑old man, was going straight ahead and his vehicle showed right‑front impact. Police also list driver inattention as the contributing factor for occupants. The pedestrian was at the intersection and crossing with the signal, which the report notes after the driver error. This crash shows a driver failing to pay attention and a person on foot bearing the harm.
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Driver Kills Man Crossing Broadway at Suydam▸Aug 2 - A driver hit a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam in Brooklyn. The impact crushed his body. He died there. Police listed no driver errors. Vehicle type and driver details were not recorded.
A driver hit and killed a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was killed. Police listed no contributing factors or driver errors in the dataset. The vehicle type, travel direction, and driver details were not recorded. The crash location is within the 81st Precinct area. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned in the report. The record identifies the victim as a pedestrian at an intersection. Beyond that, the data give no cause.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Cyclist on Patchen Ave▸Aug 1 - The driver of an unlicensed SUV hit a 21-year-old bicyclist on Patchen Ave near Macon St. The rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded Passing or Lane Usage Improper and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Error.
The driver of an SUV hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle southbound on Patchen Ave near Macon St and the rider was ejected and injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” as contributing factors. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage at the point of impact; the bicycle showed center back end damage. The report notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash left the bicyclist injured and in shock.
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Cyclist Hits Parked BMW on Ralph Ave▸Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
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Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
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Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 20 - Atlantic Avenue, Crown Heights. A left-turning SUV struck a parked SUV. The driver was hurt. Metal scraped. Sirens came. Streets stayed loud.
A westbound Nissan SUV making a left turn on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn struck a parked Nissan SUV. One person—the female driver of the turning SUV—sustained facial abrasions and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Physical Disability.” The data show the moving vehicle was turning left into a parked car, a basic failure of control and attention. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. No other contributing factors were listed beyond “Physical Disability.”
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SUV Entering Park Spot Ejects Cyclist▸Aug 18 - A southbound SUV entered a parked position and struck a southbound cyclist on Ralph Ave. The rider was ejected and suffered an arm injury and contusion. Police listed Other Vehicular as a contributing factor.
A southbound SUV entering a parked position collided with a southbound bicyclist on Ralph Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered an elbow/lower arm injury and a contusion. "According to the police report," the crash involved a "Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle" and a "Bike," with contributing factor listed as "Other Vehicular." The SUV’s point of impact was the right front bumper. The bike’s point of impact and damage was the center front end. Police recorded the driver’s pre-crash action as "Entering Parked Position." The bicyclist wore a helmet, noted in the report after the driver’s actions.
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SUV turns left, strikes northbound cyclist▸Aug 14 - An SUV cut left on Lexington and hit a northbound cyclist on Lewis. The rider went down hard. Hip and leg torn. Police cite inattention and tailgating. The bike’s front took the blow. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A cyclist riding north on Lewis Avenue collided with a left-turning SUV at Lexington Avenue. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, the crash involved “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also lists “Following Too Closely.” The SUV was making a left turn; the bike was going straight ahead when its center front struck, and the SUV sustained impact to its left side doors. Records show the cyclist was unlicensed, which is irrelevant to fault for a bike rider. No other contributing factors are listed.
4
SUV hits woman crossing with signal▸Aug 4 - An SUV rolled west on Myrtle and struck a woman crossing with the light at Broadway. She went down, bruised and hurt. The driver was distracted. Street churned. Sirens followed.
A westbound SUV on Myrtle Avenue at Broadway struck a 29‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. She suffered a lower‑leg contusion and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The driver, a 43‑year‑old man, was going straight ahead and his vehicle showed right‑front impact. Police also list driver inattention as the contributing factor for occupants. The pedestrian was at the intersection and crossing with the signal, which the report notes after the driver error. This crash shows a driver failing to pay attention and a person on foot bearing the harm.
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Driver Kills Man Crossing Broadway at Suydam▸Aug 2 - A driver hit a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam in Brooklyn. The impact crushed his body. He died there. Police listed no driver errors. Vehicle type and driver details were not recorded.
A driver hit and killed a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was killed. Police listed no contributing factors or driver errors in the dataset. The vehicle type, travel direction, and driver details were not recorded. The crash location is within the 81st Precinct area. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned in the report. The record identifies the victim as a pedestrian at an intersection. Beyond that, the data give no cause.
1
Unlicensed Driver Hits Cyclist on Patchen Ave▸Aug 1 - The driver of an unlicensed SUV hit a 21-year-old bicyclist on Patchen Ave near Macon St. The rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded Passing or Lane Usage Improper and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Error.
The driver of an SUV hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle southbound on Patchen Ave near Macon St and the rider was ejected and injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” as contributing factors. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage at the point of impact; the bicycle showed center back end damage. The report notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash left the bicyclist injured and in shock.
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Cyclist Hits Parked BMW on Ralph Ave▸Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
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Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
26
Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
19
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 18 - A southbound SUV entered a parked position and struck a southbound cyclist on Ralph Ave. The rider was ejected and suffered an arm injury and contusion. Police listed Other Vehicular as a contributing factor.
A southbound SUV entering a parked position collided with a southbound bicyclist on Ralph Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered an elbow/lower arm injury and a contusion. "According to the police report," the crash involved a "Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle" and a "Bike," with contributing factor listed as "Other Vehicular." The SUV’s point of impact was the right front bumper. The bike’s point of impact and damage was the center front end. Police recorded the driver’s pre-crash action as "Entering Parked Position." The bicyclist wore a helmet, noted in the report after the driver’s actions.
14
SUV turns left, strikes northbound cyclist▸Aug 14 - An SUV cut left on Lexington and hit a northbound cyclist on Lewis. The rider went down hard. Hip and leg torn. Police cite inattention and tailgating. The bike’s front took the blow. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A cyclist riding north on Lewis Avenue collided with a left-turning SUV at Lexington Avenue. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, the crash involved “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also lists “Following Too Closely.” The SUV was making a left turn; the bike was going straight ahead when its center front struck, and the SUV sustained impact to its left side doors. Records show the cyclist was unlicensed, which is irrelevant to fault for a bike rider. No other contributing factors are listed.
4
SUV hits woman crossing with signal▸Aug 4 - An SUV rolled west on Myrtle and struck a woman crossing with the light at Broadway. She went down, bruised and hurt. The driver was distracted. Street churned. Sirens followed.
A westbound SUV on Myrtle Avenue at Broadway struck a 29‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. She suffered a lower‑leg contusion and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The driver, a 43‑year‑old man, was going straight ahead and his vehicle showed right‑front impact. Police also list driver inattention as the contributing factor for occupants. The pedestrian was at the intersection and crossing with the signal, which the report notes after the driver error. This crash shows a driver failing to pay attention and a person on foot bearing the harm.
2
Driver Kills Man Crossing Broadway at Suydam▸Aug 2 - A driver hit a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam in Brooklyn. The impact crushed his body. He died there. Police listed no driver errors. Vehicle type and driver details were not recorded.
A driver hit and killed a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was killed. Police listed no contributing factors or driver errors in the dataset. The vehicle type, travel direction, and driver details were not recorded. The crash location is within the 81st Precinct area. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned in the report. The record identifies the victim as a pedestrian at an intersection. Beyond that, the data give no cause.
1
Unlicensed Driver Hits Cyclist on Patchen Ave▸Aug 1 - The driver of an unlicensed SUV hit a 21-year-old bicyclist on Patchen Ave near Macon St. The rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded Passing or Lane Usage Improper and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Error.
The driver of an SUV hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle southbound on Patchen Ave near Macon St and the rider was ejected and injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” as contributing factors. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage at the point of impact; the bicycle showed center back end damage. The report notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash left the bicyclist injured and in shock.
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Cyclist Hits Parked BMW on Ralph Ave▸Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
30
Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
29
Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
26
Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
19
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 14 - An SUV cut left on Lexington and hit a northbound cyclist on Lewis. The rider went down hard. Hip and leg torn. Police cite inattention and tailgating. The bike’s front took the blow. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A cyclist riding north on Lewis Avenue collided with a left-turning SUV at Lexington Avenue. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. According to the police report, the crash involved “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also lists “Following Too Closely.” The SUV was making a left turn; the bike was going straight ahead when its center front struck, and the SUV sustained impact to its left side doors. Records show the cyclist was unlicensed, which is irrelevant to fault for a bike rider. No other contributing factors are listed.
4
SUV hits woman crossing with signal▸Aug 4 - An SUV rolled west on Myrtle and struck a woman crossing with the light at Broadway. She went down, bruised and hurt. The driver was distracted. Street churned. Sirens followed.
A westbound SUV on Myrtle Avenue at Broadway struck a 29‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. She suffered a lower‑leg contusion and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The driver, a 43‑year‑old man, was going straight ahead and his vehicle showed right‑front impact. Police also list driver inattention as the contributing factor for occupants. The pedestrian was at the intersection and crossing with the signal, which the report notes after the driver error. This crash shows a driver failing to pay attention and a person on foot bearing the harm.
2
Driver Kills Man Crossing Broadway at Suydam▸Aug 2 - A driver hit a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam in Brooklyn. The impact crushed his body. He died there. Police listed no driver errors. Vehicle type and driver details were not recorded.
A driver hit and killed a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was killed. Police listed no contributing factors or driver errors in the dataset. The vehicle type, travel direction, and driver details were not recorded. The crash location is within the 81st Precinct area. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned in the report. The record identifies the victim as a pedestrian at an intersection. Beyond that, the data give no cause.
1
Unlicensed Driver Hits Cyclist on Patchen Ave▸Aug 1 - The driver of an unlicensed SUV hit a 21-year-old bicyclist on Patchen Ave near Macon St. The rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded Passing or Lane Usage Improper and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Error.
The driver of an SUV hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle southbound on Patchen Ave near Macon St and the rider was ejected and injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” as contributing factors. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage at the point of impact; the bicycle showed center back end damage. The report notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash left the bicyclist injured and in shock.
31
Cyclist Hits Parked BMW on Ralph Ave▸Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
30
Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
29
Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
26
Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
19
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 4 - An SUV rolled west on Myrtle and struck a woman crossing with the light at Broadway. She went down, bruised and hurt. The driver was distracted. Street churned. Sirens followed.
A westbound SUV on Myrtle Avenue at Broadway struck a 29‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. She suffered a lower‑leg contusion and was listed as injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The driver, a 43‑year‑old man, was going straight ahead and his vehicle showed right‑front impact. Police also list driver inattention as the contributing factor for occupants. The pedestrian was at the intersection and crossing with the signal, which the report notes after the driver error. This crash shows a driver failing to pay attention and a person on foot bearing the harm.
2
Driver Kills Man Crossing Broadway at Suydam▸Aug 2 - A driver hit a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam in Brooklyn. The impact crushed his body. He died there. Police listed no driver errors. Vehicle type and driver details were not recorded.
A driver hit and killed a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was killed. Police listed no contributing factors or driver errors in the dataset. The vehicle type, travel direction, and driver details were not recorded. The crash location is within the 81st Precinct area. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned in the report. The record identifies the victim as a pedestrian at an intersection. Beyond that, the data give no cause.
1
Unlicensed Driver Hits Cyclist on Patchen Ave▸Aug 1 - The driver of an unlicensed SUV hit a 21-year-old bicyclist on Patchen Ave near Macon St. The rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded Passing or Lane Usage Improper and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Error.
The driver of an SUV hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle southbound on Patchen Ave near Macon St and the rider was ejected and injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” as contributing factors. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage at the point of impact; the bicycle showed center back end damage. The report notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash left the bicyclist injured and in shock.
31
Cyclist Hits Parked BMW on Ralph Ave▸Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
30
Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
29
Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
26
Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
19
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 2 - A driver hit a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam in Brooklyn. The impact crushed his body. He died there. Police listed no driver errors. Vehicle type and driver details were not recorded.
A driver hit and killed a 47-year-old man crossing Broadway at Suydam Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was killed. Police listed no contributing factors or driver errors in the dataset. The vehicle type, travel direction, and driver details were not recorded. The crash location is within the 81st Precinct area. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned in the report. The record identifies the victim as a pedestrian at an intersection. Beyond that, the data give no cause.
1
Unlicensed Driver Hits Cyclist on Patchen Ave▸Aug 1 - The driver of an unlicensed SUV hit a 21-year-old bicyclist on Patchen Ave near Macon St. The rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded Passing or Lane Usage Improper and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Error.
The driver of an SUV hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle southbound on Patchen Ave near Macon St and the rider was ejected and injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” as contributing factors. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage at the point of impact; the bicycle showed center back end damage. The report notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash left the bicyclist injured and in shock.
31
Cyclist Hits Parked BMW on Ralph Ave▸Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
30
Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
29
Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
26
Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
19
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
-
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Aug 1 - The driver of an unlicensed SUV hit a 21-year-old bicyclist on Patchen Ave near Macon St. The rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded Passing or Lane Usage Improper and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Error.
The driver of an SUV hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle southbound on Patchen Ave near Macon St and the rider was ejected and injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations and shock. Police recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” as contributing factors. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage at the point of impact; the bicycle showed center back end damage. The report notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash left the bicyclist injured and in shock.
31
Cyclist Hits Parked BMW on Ralph Ave▸Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
30
Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
29
Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
26
Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
-
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
19
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
-
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 31 - A 47-year-old man on a bike struck a parked BMW on Ralph Ave. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not cite any driver errors.
A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked BMW sedan on Ralph Ave. "According to the police report, the cyclist was traveling north when he struck the left side doors of the parked car." The rider suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified" and did not list specific driver errors or failures. The bike showed damage to the right front quarter panel and the parked sedan had damage to its left side doors. No other injuries were reported in the report.
30
Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
-
Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
29
Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
26
Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
-
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
19
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
-
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 30 - A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
- Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-30
29
Moped Driver Ejected Strikes Parked Sedan▸Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
26
Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
-
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
19
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
-
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 29 - The driver of a moped struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Putnam Ave. The 23-year-old rider was ejected, suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience.
The driver of a moped, traveling west on Putnam Ave, struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The 23-year-old moped driver was ejected, was semiconscious, and suffered a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists the moped's point of impact as the left front bumper and the sedan's damage at the right rear quarter panel. Police noted the moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the parked sedan.
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Distracted driver injures cyclist on Stuyvesant▸Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 26 - A sedan driver hit a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The 52-year-old man suffered a hip injury and bruising. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A driver in a southbound sedan on Stuyvesant Ave hit a man on a bike at Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, 52, was conscious and suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police documented impact to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end. Both were recorded as going straight ahead. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
19
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
- Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-25
19
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
- Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground, ABC7, Published 2025-07-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
13
Rear-End on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 13 - A southbound sedan rear-ended another southbound sedan on Marcus Garvey at Kosciuszko. A 29-year-old woman driver suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two southbound sedans collided on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St when the driver of a 2006 Infiniti sedan hit the center back end of a 2017 Toyota sedan. A 29-year-old woman, the driver of the struck vehicle, suffered back injury and complained of whiplash; she was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The report lists driver errors as primary factors and notes an occupant contributing factor of "Outside Car Distraction." Other occupants reported no injuries.
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
- Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash, amny, Published 2025-07-12