Crash Count for Precinct 83
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,805
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,815
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 435
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 22
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 8
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 29, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 83?

Blood on Broadway, Silence at City Hall

Blood on Broadway, Silence at City Hall

Precinct 83: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025

The Deaths Keep Coming

Just two days ago, a man tried to cross Broadway at Suydam Street. He never made it. The driver kept going. Police found the man dead in the street. They said the vehicle might have been a garbage truck, but the driver was gone before sunrise. “A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian… then left the scene,” police said.

In the last twelve months, five people have died on these streets. Twelve more suffered injuries so severe they may never walk the same. The numbers do not flinch: 560 injured, 1 in 15 a child. NYC Open Data

Patterns in Blood and Asphalt

The dead are not just numbers. A 26-year-old cyclist, killed at Evergreen and Hart. A 59-year-old man, crossing with the signal, crushed by a van at Wyckoff and DeKalb. A 65-year-old moped rider, ejected and left to die on Putnam Avenue. Each crash a story cut short. Each one preventable.

The killers are not ghosts. They drive sedans, vans, trucks, mopeds. They fail to yield. They run red lights. They do not stop. In the last year, cars and SUVs injured over 275 people here. Trucks and buses, 27. Motorcycles and mopeds, 25. Bikes, 12. NYC Open Data

Leadership: Words, Waiting, and What Comes Next

The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits. They can ticket reckless drivers. They can stand at the corners where people die and make it stop. But the dying continues.

Local leaders have the power to demand more. They can push for slower speeds, safer crossings, and real consequences for those who kill. They can act, or they can wait for the next body.

The waiting is a choice. “We wait until someone dies. We wait until a tragedy. We wait to say, ‘oh my gosh, how could this possibly have happened?’ We let this happen time and time again,” said State Senator Andrew Gounardes.

Call to Action: Make Them Feel the Heat

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

Do not wait for another name on the list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 83 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Brooklyn, city council district District 37, assembly district AD 53 and state senate district SD 18.
Which areas are in Precinct 83?
It includes the Bushwick (West), Bushwick (East), The Evergreens Cemetery, and Brooklyn CB4 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 34 and District 37, Assembly Districts AD 53 and AD 54, and State Senate District SD 18.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 83?
Cars and SUVs: 280 crashes (2 deaths, 201 minor injuries, 77 moderate, 2 serious). Trucks and Buses: 27 crashes (2 deaths, 14 minor, 9 moderate, 2 serious). Motorcycles and Mopeds: 25 crashes (1 serious injury, 15 minor, 9 moderate). Bikes: 12 crashes (9 minor injuries, 3 moderate). NYC Open Data
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 83 police can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and issue failure-to-yield tickets. They can target crash hotspots and respond to dangerous conditions. They have the tools. They just need to use them.
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. Most crashes are preventable. They happen because of speeding, failure to yield, and reckless driving. Every crash is a choice made by someone behind the wheel.
What can local politicians do?
They can push for lower speed limits, demand safer street designs, and hold agencies accountable for enforcement. They can act now or wait for more deaths.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Maritza Davila
Assembly Member Maritza Davila
District 53
District Office:
673 Hart St. Unit C2, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Legislative Office:
Room 844, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Sandy Nurse
Council Member Sandy Nurse
District 37
District Office:
1945 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11207
718-642-8664
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1754, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7284
Julia Salazar
State Senator Julia Salazar
District 18
District Office:
212 Evergreen Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221
Legislative Office:
Room 514, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 83 Police Precinct 83 sits in Brooklyn, District 37, AD 53, SD 18.

It contains Brooklyn CB4, Bushwick (West), Bushwick (East), The Evergreens Cemetery.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 83

Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in SUV Crash

A moped driver, unlicensed and helmeted, was ejected after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Bushwick Avenue. The SUV struck the moped’s left side while both vehicles traveled opposite directions. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries.

According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Bushwick Avenue collided with a southbound Jeep SUV. The SUV struck the moped’s left side doors, causing the moped driver to be ejected. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male, was injured with contusions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. The moped driver was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV sustained damage to its right front bumper, and the moped’s left front quarter panel was damaged. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4676482 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider on Halsey

A sedan hit a 27-year-old e-bike rider on Halsey Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions to his knee, leg, and foot. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Halsey Street was struck by a northbound sedan. The e-bike rider suffered abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan hit the e-bike with its left front bumper, damaging the center front end. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4675644 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Moped and Sedan Collide on Bushwick Avenue

A moped and sedan crashed on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, 44, was partially ejected and injured with bruises to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The sedan was turning right; the moped went straight.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between a moped and a sedan on Bushwick Avenue, Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 44-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan was making a right turn while the moped was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers contributed to the crash through inattention and distraction. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's right front quarter panel and the moped's center front end were damaged. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim errors are noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4674465 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUVs Smash on Flushing Avenue, Driver Hurt

Two SUVs crashed on Flushing Avenue. One driver suffered a head abrasion. Driver inattention and bad lane use caused the impact. Metal twisted. Blood spilled. Brooklyn streets stayed hard.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a Virginia-registered Jeep, a 25-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion but was not ejected. The crash involved improper lane usage and driver inattention or distraction. The Jeep was making a left turn when it struck a parked Nissan SUV. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The Jeep was damaged on its right front quarter panel; the Nissan on its left rear. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4673368 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Bushwick SUV Crash

A 29-year-old male e-scooter rider was partially ejected and suffered a head abrasion in a collision with an SUV on Bushwick Avenue. The SUV driver was distracted and speeding. The e-scooter driver was unlicensed and injured but conscious.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male riding an e-scooter was partially ejected and sustained a head abrasion after colliding head-on with a 2022 Ford SUV traveling north on Bushwick Avenue. The e-scooter driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV driver was distracted and speeding, leading to the crash. The e-scooter rider was injured but remained conscious. The collision caused center front-end damage to the SUV and right front bumper damage to the e-scooter. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and speeding in interactions between motor vehicles and vulnerable e-scooter riders.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4672986 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Brooklyn Collision

A 19-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and injured after colliding with a sedan on Harman Street. The sedan struck the bike’s front end while going straight north. The rider suffered abrasions and upper leg injuries. Driver distraction was a factor.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Harman Street in Brooklyn involving a sedan and an e-bike. The 19-year-old male e-bike rider was making a right turn westbound when the sedan, traveling northbound, struck the bike’s center front end with its right front bumper. The rider was ejected and sustained abrasions and upper leg injuries. The sedan driver, a licensed female, was going straight ahead. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The e-bike rider was conscious but injured, with no safety equipment reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4674469 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
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SUV Hits Two Pedestrians on De Kalb Avenue

A 2006 Nissan SUV made a right turn on De Kalb Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck two female pedestrians crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. Both suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The crash caused bruises and abrasions.

According to the police report, a 2006 Nissan SUV traveling east on De Kalb Avenue made a right turn and struck two pedestrians crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. Both victims, a 19-year-old woman and a 43-year-old woman, sustained injuries to their knees and lower legs, including contusions and abrasions. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene. The driver was licensed and uninjured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4673411 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A sedan turning left on De Kalb Avenue hit a 51-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The crash left her in pain and nausea.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on De Kalb Avenue made a left turn and struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal at the time of the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4673410 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Left Turn Crash

An SUV made a left turn on Bushwick Avenue. It struck a northbound e-bike. The biker was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The rider remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after an SUV made a left turn on Bushwick Avenue and collided with him. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV was traveling east and struck the e-bike on its left front bumper. The e-bike was traveling north and sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The injured rider was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4673405 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Turns Right Strikes Southbound Bicyclist

A 48-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Cooper Street. The SUV made a right turn and hit the cyclist traveling south. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Driver distraction and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling south on Cooper Street was struck by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with bicyclist error or confusion. The SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end were damaged. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The crash highlights driver failure to maintain attention during a turn and the bicyclist’s role in the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4669512 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Unlicensed E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Wyckoff Avenue

A 41-year-old man riding an unlicensed e-scooter was ejected after hitting a defective pavement patch on Wyckoff Avenue. He suffered head injuries and contusions. Unsafe speed caused the crash. The scooter showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, a 41-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a crash on Wyckoff Avenue. The report lists unsafe speed and defective pavement as contributing factors. The driver was unlicensed and traveling north, going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the left side doors, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The rider suffered head injuries and contusions and was in shock. The report does not mention any helmet use or signals. Unsafe speed and pavement defects were the primary causes of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670296 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
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Motorscooter Hits Vehicle on Gates Avenue

A motorscooter traveling west struck a vehicle going south on Gates Avenue. Both riders were ejected and suffered head and back injuries. Helmets were worn. The crash involved failure to yield right-of-way. Both men were left in shock with whiplash.

According to the police report, a motorscooter with two male occupants collided with another vehicle on Gates Avenue. The motorscooter was traveling west, and the other vehicle was going south. Both the driver and passenger of the motorscooter were ejected and sustained injuries to the head and back, respectively. Both wore helmets. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The driver and passenger complained of whiplash and were in shock. The point of impact was the center front end of the motorscooter and the left front bumper of the other vehicle. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the motorscooter and the left front quarter panel of the other vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4672246 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Myrtle Avenue

A 35-year-old man was struck while crossing Myrtle Avenue with the signal. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered an upper arm abrasion but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Myrtle Avenue while crossing with the signal. The driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian, a 35-year-old male, sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm and was conscious after the crash. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4667465 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Pedestrian Injured Emerging Near Parked SUV

A 54-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after emerging from near a parked SUV on Melrose Street. The vehicle was entering a parked position. The pedestrian was conscious and had abrasions. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle on Melrose Street. The involved vehicle, a 2012 Mazda SUV, was entering a parked position at the time of the crash. The pedestrian sustained hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and no driver errors or violations were noted. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face near parked vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4664775 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Cyclist Struck by Close-Passing Driver on Central Avenue

A driver passed too close on Central Avenue. The impact hit a cyclist’s right front. The rider, 37, suffered abrasions to his knee and leg. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. The cyclist stayed conscious. No bike damage reported.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old male cyclist was injured when a driver passed too closely on Central Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact struck the bike’s right front quarter. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The cyclist was traveling south, going straight. No damage was reported to the bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4664543 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Moped Driver Injured in Brooklyn Collision

A moped and sedan collided on Knickerbocker Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, 24, was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan was turning left. The crash involved passing too closely. No helmet was worn.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male moped driver was partially ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on Knickerbocker Avenue, Brooklyn. The moped was traveling north, and the sedan was making a left turn westbound. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan’s point of impact was its left front quarter panel, while the moped’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the moped driver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4664540 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Failure to Yield Slams Two Sedans in Queens

Two sedans crashed at Irving and Cooper. One driver suffered whiplash and full-body trauma. Impact tore into the Subaru’s right front and the other car’s left bumper. Failure to yield triggered the wreck.

According to the police report, two sedans collided at Irving Avenue and Cooper Avenue in Queens. A 25-year-old woman driving a Subaru suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash was caused by failure to yield right-of-way, as listed in the report. One sedan was going straight west, the other making a right turn. The Subaru was struck on its right front quarter panel; the other sedan was hit on its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4663413 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Unlicensed Driver Hits Bicyclist on Halsey

A 26-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on Halsey Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, unlicensed, struck the cyclist head-on. The cyclist suffered a shoulder injury and bruising. Improper lane usage by the driver caused the crash.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Halsey Street in Brooklyn involving a sedan and a bicycle. The 26-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm shoulder injury and contusions. The sedan driver, who was unlicensed, was traveling east while the bicyclist was heading west. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan struck the bike at the center front end, impacting the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash resulted from driver errors, specifically improper lane usage and distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4662516 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Cypress Avenue

A 23-year-old man riding a moped was ejected after an improper turn on Cypress Avenue. He suffered abrasions and abdomen-pelvis injuries. The moped showed no damage. The driver was unlicensed and conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male moped driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Cypress Avenue. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed and traveling north, going straight ahead before impact. The moped sustained no damage despite the driver’s injuries, which included abrasions and trauma to the abdomen and pelvis. The driver was wearing a helmet and remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the right side doors of the moped, with the other vehicle striking the left front bumper. No other vehicles or persons were involved or injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4662806 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Pedestrian Injured by Backing SUV on Harman Street

A 31-year-old woman was struck while crossing Harman Street. The SUV was backing up with no damage reported. She suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The pedestrian was conscious and injured outside an intersection.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Harman Street while crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The vehicle involved was a 2010 Honda SUV traveling west, backing up at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The SUV showed no damage, indicating a low-speed collision. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when vehicles are moving slowly or backing up.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4662512 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05