Crash Count for Precinct 83
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,791
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,810
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 434
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 22
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 8
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 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.

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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

Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash

Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.

According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.


Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider

A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.

NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.


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Driver Distraction Injures Three on Wilson Ave

Two sedans collided on Wilson Ave. Three people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Shock and pain followed. Metal and bodies took the blow.

Two sedans crashed at Wilson Ave and Harman St in Brooklyn. Three people were injured, including two drivers and a front passenger. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact left victims in shock, with injuries to the head and body. No other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, as recorded in the official report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821040 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Garbage Truck Turns, Moped Rider Ejected on Flushing Ave

A garbage truck turned right on Flushing Avenue. A moped kept straight. The truck struck the moped. The moped rider was ejected and left unconscious with severe injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street bore the mark of impact.

A crash occurred on Flushing Avenue at Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. A garbage truck made a right turn and collided with a moped traveling straight. According to the police report, the moped rider was ejected, left unconscious, and suffered severe lacerations to the entire body. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped rider was riding or hanging on the outside and was not using any safety equipment. The truck's right front quarter panel struck the moped's front end. No injuries to the truck driver were reported. The crash highlights the danger when large vehicles fail to yield to vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820107 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane

City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.

Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.


Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets

Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.

Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.


Moped Driver Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded

A moped crashed on Central Avenue at Noll Street. The driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The street stayed open. The city’s danger for riders remains plain.

A moped traveling south on Central Avenue at Noll Street in Brooklyn was involved in a crash. The 38-year-old male driver suffered a fractured lower leg and dislocation. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The moped struck the left side doors, sustaining damage. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when traffic controls are ignored.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819325 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Alcohol Involved Crash on Wilson Avenue

Two vehicles collided on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. Both were parked. Alcohol played a role. Two men, one 65, one 32, were involved. One driver was incoherent. Injuries were reported. The street stayed dangerous. Metal met metal. No pedestrians hurt.

Two vehicles, a sedan and a pickup, collided on Wilson Avenue near Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles were parked at the time of the crash. Alcohol involvement was listed as a contributing factor. Four men, ages 32 and 65, were involved. One 65-year-old driver was described as incoherent after the crash. Injuries were reported among the occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured. The police report cites 'Alcohol Involvement' as a key factor in the crash. No other driver errors or helmet or signal issues were noted in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819331 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Unsafe Speed Crash Injures Two on Flushing Ave

Two sedans collided at Flushing and Bushwick. Metal slammed metal. Two men hurt—one in the head, one in the leg. Police cite unsafe speed. Airbags burst. The street fell silent. Danger rides with speed in Brooklyn.

Two sedans crashed at the intersection of Flushing Avenue and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision involved a Ford sedan making a left turn and a Nissan sedan going straight. Two men, ages 36 and 49, suffered injuries—one to the head, one to the lower leg and foot. Both were conscious after the crash. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk posed by unsafe speed on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817622 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped and Sedan Crash on Bushwick Avenue

A moped and a sedan collided on Bushwick Avenue near Eastern Parkway. Two people were ejected. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The crash left bodies broken and the street scarred.

A crash involving a moped and a sedan occurred on Bushwick Avenue at the intersection with Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles struck each other head-on at the center front ends. Two people were ejected from their vehicles. One moped driver, age 34, was injured and described as incoherent. A 33-year-old passenger in the sedan was also injured and ejected, suffering injuries to her entire body. Another occupant and both drivers sustained unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for all involved. The moped driver was unlicensed. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus and speed on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817597 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Central Avenue

A sedan hit a cyclist on Central Avenue near Halsey Street. The cyclist suffered arm abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. The crash left the cyclist injured. The street saw another vulnerable road user harmed by a car.

A crash on Central Avenue at Halsey Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with abrasions to her arm. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was traveling straight ahead when it struck the cyclist. The police report notes the cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The crash highlights the danger posed to cyclists by inattentive drivers and close following distances. No vehicle damage was reported, but the human cost was clear: another cyclist hurt on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817602 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped Truck on Moffat

A taxi slammed into a stopped pick-up on Moffat Street. The crash left a woman in the back seat hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal crumpled. Traffic halted. The street bore the mark of another careless moment behind the wheel.

A taxi traveling north on Moffat Street struck the rear of a stopped pick-up truck. According to the police report, the crash involved a pick-up and a taxi, both with licensed drivers. The taxi carried three occupants. A 59-year-old woman in the right rear seat of the taxi suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The pick-up truck was stopped in traffic when it was hit. The impact crushed the center back end of the truck and the left front bumper of the taxi. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817596 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Slams Sedan on Bushwick Avenue, Woman Hurt

Two cars collided on Bushwick Avenue. An SUV struck the back of a sedan. One woman suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite driver distraction and tailgating. No pedestrians involved. The street stayed busy. Metal met metal. Pain followed.

A crash unfolded on Bushwick Avenue at Aberdeen Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV hit the rear of a sedan. One woman, age 42, was injured in the shoulder and reported pain and shock. Three others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No safety equipment or helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks when drivers lose focus and follow too closely.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817575 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Three Injured in Multi-Car Bushwick Avenue Crash

Metal struck metal on Bushwick Avenue. Three people hurt. A child and two adults bruised and shocked. Police blame driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.

A crash involving multiple sedans on Bushwick Avenue at Stewart Street in Brooklyn left three people injured, including a 12-year-old boy and two adults. According to the police report, the collision occurred as vehicles traveled straight ahead. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The injured included a female driver, a male driver, and a young front-seat passenger, all suffering contusions and shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data shows no helmet or signal violations. The crash highlights the persistent threat posed by driver distraction on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817571 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUVs Collide on Flushing Avenue, Driver Injured

Two SUVs crashed on Flushing Avenue near Sumner Place. One driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both vehicles showed heavy bumper damage. Police cite driver inexperience as a factor. The street fell silent after the impact.

Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided while making left turns on Flushing Avenue at Sumner Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 27-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor in the crash. Both vehicles suffered significant bumper damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants were listed but did not report injuries. The police report does not specify further details about the crash sequence. Driver inexperience stands out as the key factor in this late-night collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817210 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUV And Sedan Crash Injures Two In Brooklyn

A sedan and an SUV collided at Central and Myrtle Avenues. Two men drove. A woman and a man suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The crash left bodies aching and cars damaged. Streets stayed dangerous. No one walked away unchanged.

Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at the intersection of Central Avenue and Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan and a southbound SUV making a left turn. Two people were injured: a 63-year-old woman riding as a rear passenger and a 43-year-old man driving. Both reported whiplash and bodily pain. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors, while the SUV was hit at the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause beyond the listed driver errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816364 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Riders on Bushwick Ave

A moped and SUV collided on Bushwick Ave near Pilling St. Two moped riders were ejected and hurt. Police cite improper lane use. The crash left bodies bruised and shaken. Steel struck flesh. The street stayed dangerous.

A crash on Bushwick Ave at Pilling St in Brooklyn involved a moped and an SUV. Two people on the moped—a 29-year-old male driver and a 31-year-old female passenger—were ejected and injured. The passenger suffered leg injuries; the driver had upper arm injuries. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The SUV was making a right turn; the moped was going straight. No pedestrians were involved. The moped driver wore a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to use lanes properly.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816180 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Flushing and Stewart

A BMW sedan hit a woman crossing at Flushing and Stewart. She suffered leg injuries and shock. The crash left pain and confusion. Obstruction or debris played a role. The street turned violent in a heartbeat.

A BMW sedan traveling south on Flushing Avenue at Stewart Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 27-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and experienced shock and pain. Two passengers and the driver in the sedan were listed as uninjured. The police report cites 'Obstruction/Debris' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other driver errors were noted in the data. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but this is not listed as a contributing factor. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The collision underscores the danger faced by people on foot when streets are blocked or visibility is compromised.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816296 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run

A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.

According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.


Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash

A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.

ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.