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 9
▸ Crush Injuries 4
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 9
▸ Severe Lacerations 13
▸ Concussion 10
▸ Whiplash 69
▸ Contusion/Bruise 130
▸ Abrasion 135
▸ Pain/Nausea 49
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 83: Four people down in nine days. The pattern is older than the week.
Precinct 83: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 24, 2025
A woman crossing Wyckoff and Jefferson went down on Sep 19. Police recorded a driver in a Toyota going straight at Wyckoff Avenue and Jefferson Avenue. She was semiconscious.
This Week
- Sep 19: a driver hit a person walking at Wyckoff and Jefferson; police listed injuries and no damage to the car in city data.
- Sep 15: a driver backing an SUV into a parking spot hit a man on a bike at Knickerbocker and DeKalb; police cite backing unsafely and distraction in the crash record.
- Sep 13: a driver going straight on Bushwick Avenue hit a 14‑year‑old boy in the roadway near Halsey; police recorded failure to yield by the driver in the report.
- Sep 10: a bus driver going straight hit a 64‑year‑old man on a bike at Madison and Evergreen; police listed distraction and a signal violation in the file.
The numbers don’t look away
Since 2022, Precinct 83 has recorded 9 people killed and 2,381 injured on its streets, across 5,021 crashes in the city dataset.
Year to date, police logged 844 crashes and 1 death, down from 6 deaths in the same period last year; injuries rose from 409 to 477 in the comparative stats.
In the past 12 months, police counted 1,169 crashes, 2 deaths, and 630 injuries here per the 12‑month rollup. The bodies keep coming. The street names repeat.
Corners that keep bleeding
Bushwick Avenue tops the list with the most injuries and multiple deaths in this precinct’s data. Central Avenue, Irving Avenue, and Flushing Avenue also sit high on the rollup of top locations.
Police list named driver errors again and again: failure to yield, running the light, distraction in the contributing factors. Late afternoon into evening is the grind; injuries spike from about 4 PM through 7 PM in the hourly counts.
Heavy vehicles are part of the toll. A bus driver injured a 15‑year‑old girl in the crosswalk at St. Nicholas and Stanhope on Nov 22, 2024 CrashID 4775142. A freight van driver turning right killed a 59‑year‑old person walking with the signal at Wyckoff and De Kalb on Oct 18, 2024 CrashID 4764527.
What Precinct 83 can do now
Target the corners we all know: Bushwick Avenue, Central Avenue, Irving Avenue, Flushing Avenue. Enforce failure‑to‑yield and red‑light running at peak hours. Daylight the crosswalks, harden turns, and add leading pedestrian intervals at these nodes. Keep trucks and buses out of tight turns where the bodies pile up per the precinct analysis.
City tools exist. Speed cameras run 24/7 in school zones through 2030, and red‑light cameras are being expanded, according to recent state and city actions summarized here and here. Use them where the injuries cluster.
The step that stops the worst drivers
The city has the levers. Lower speeds save lives; the city now has the power to reduce limits and is rolling out 20 MPH zones, as DOT has stated in recent releases on speed reductions. Albany has a bill on repeat speeders that would require speed limiters after a pattern of camera violations; New Yorkers can press for it and more, laid out on our action page.
Your representatives here are Council Member Sandy Nurse in District 37, Assembly Member Maritza Davila in AD 53, and State Senator Julia Salazar in SD 18. The bill details and the calls to make are on Take Action.
The woman on Wyckoff and Jefferson is one line in a long ledger. Close the distance between what we know and what we do. Start now: Take Action.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-24
- Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn, ABC7, Published 2025-09-19
- Truck driver kills woman in Brooklyn hit-and-run, NYPD says, CBS New York, Published 2025-09-19
- Firefighters racing to emergency collide with moped driver in Brooklyn, sending him to hospital, amNY, Published 2025-09-21
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Maritza Davila
District 53
Council Member Sandy Nurse
District 37
State Senator Julia Salazar
District 18
▸ 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.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 83
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SUV driver hits motorized rider on Knickerbocker▸Aug 18 - On Knickerbocker near Suydam, an SUV and a motorized rider collide. The rider is ejected. He suffers a leg bruise. Both drivers flagged for bad lane use and distraction. Night streets. No damage noted. The body pays.
A crash on Knickerbocker Ave at Suydam St in Brooklyn involved a northbound 2012 Ford SUV starting from parking and a southbound motorized rider. The rider, 54, was ejected and injured in the lower leg. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” These driver errors are listed for both involved parties. The data lists no vehicle damage, but the human toll is clear. The report notes the rider had no safety equipment; that appears after the documented driver errors. No other injuries are specified.
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Left-turn sedan hits two motorcycle riders▸Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
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Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
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Improper turn injures teen passengers▸Aug 13 - SUV turned left into a westbound BMW on Flushing and Porter. Metal bit. Glass flew. Two teen passengers hurt. Brooklyn traffic roared on. Driver error wrote the script.
Two vehicles crashed at Flushing Ave and Porter Ave in Bushwick. An SUV making a left turn struck a westbound sedan. Two teenage passengers in the sedan were injured, with back and leg pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Turning Improperly.” The data lists driver error repeatedly: Turning Improperly for the drivers and occupants involved. The SUV was turning; the BMW was going straight. Point of impact details show front-end contact to the SUV and left-front to left-side damage on the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were noted. No other contributing factors were listed before driver error.
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Sedan Hits 19-Year-Old on Cedar Street▸Aug 10 - A 19-year-old woman was hit by the driver of a sedan while crossing Cedar Street. She suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, the crash resulted from "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing Too Closely." The driver of a sedan was traveling east on Cedar Street when the driver hit a 19-year-old woman who was crossing the street. She sustained a contusion to her knee and lower leg and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded the point of impact as the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists those two contributing factors and notes no other serious injuries or vehicle occupants.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
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Cyclist Hurt Hitting Parked SUV on Evergreen▸Aug 8 - A 29-year-old cyclist hit a parked GMC SUV on Evergreen near DeKalb at 3 a.m. She scraped her arm and stayed conscious. Her front wheel met the SUV’s right rear bumper. Metal won. She hurt.
A 29-year-old woman riding a bike hit the right rear bumper of a parked 2007 GMC SUV on Evergreen Ave near DeKalb Ave in Brooklyn at about 3 a.m. She suffered abrasions to her lower arm and stayed conscious. According to the police report, officers recorded “Other Vehicular” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” The SUV was unoccupied. No driver errors were listed. The point of impact was her bike’s center front end against the SUV’s right rear bumper. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the bike damaged.
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Two SUVs, Sedan Crash on Myrtle Ave▸Aug 7 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided at center-front on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old driver suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor.
Three vehicles collided on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2023 Honda SUV, the driver of a 2018 Audi SUV, and a 2011 Scion sedan met in center front-end impacts. A 36-year-old man driving one of the vehicles was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The report notes center front-end damage across all three vehicles and records the injured person as an occupant driver. The report does not list other contributing factors or other injured parties.
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Driver runs light, hits elder pedestrian▸Aug 7 - Southbound driver blew a control. Struck a 75-year-old woman in the crosswalk on Humboldt at Flushing. She had the signal. She went down with a leg bruise. Brooklyn pavement took the rest. The car kept straight. The system failed her.
A southbound driver on Humboldt Street at Flushing Avenue struck a 75-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Other Vehicular.” The pedestrian suffered a lower-leg contusion and was listed as injured but conscious. The report places her in the intersection, crossing with the walk. Driver errors cited include Traffic Control Disregarded. Only after those failures does the report list Other Vehicular. The vehicle is recorded as going straight ahead, with point of impact noted as Other. No additional narrative or vehicle details were provided in the report.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected After Hitting Parked Sedan▸Aug 4 - The driver of a motorcycle struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave and was ejected. The 27-year-old rider suffered knee and foot injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. The rider wore a helmet.
A motorcycle driver struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave near Forrest St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle was traveling north and its center front end hit the sedan's left side doors. The driver of the motorcycle, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and an abrasion. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet. The sedan was parked and listed one occupant with unspecified injuries. Police recorded no pedestrian involvement.
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Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
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Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
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Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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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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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
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Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
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Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Aug 18 - On Knickerbocker near Suydam, an SUV and a motorized rider collide. The rider is ejected. He suffers a leg bruise. Both drivers flagged for bad lane use and distraction. Night streets. No damage noted. The body pays.
A crash on Knickerbocker Ave at Suydam St in Brooklyn involved a northbound 2012 Ford SUV starting from parking and a southbound motorized rider. The rider, 54, was ejected and injured in the lower leg. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” These driver errors are listed for both involved parties. The data lists no vehicle damage, but the human toll is clear. The report notes the rider had no safety equipment; that appears after the documented driver errors. No other injuries are specified.
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Left-turn sedan hits two motorcycle riders▸Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
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Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
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Improper turn injures teen passengers▸Aug 13 - SUV turned left into a westbound BMW on Flushing and Porter. Metal bit. Glass flew. Two teen passengers hurt. Brooklyn traffic roared on. Driver error wrote the script.
Two vehicles crashed at Flushing Ave and Porter Ave in Bushwick. An SUV making a left turn struck a westbound sedan. Two teenage passengers in the sedan were injured, with back and leg pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Turning Improperly.” The data lists driver error repeatedly: Turning Improperly for the drivers and occupants involved. The SUV was turning; the BMW was going straight. Point of impact details show front-end contact to the SUV and left-front to left-side damage on the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were noted. No other contributing factors were listed before driver error.
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Sedan Hits 19-Year-Old on Cedar Street▸Aug 10 - A 19-year-old woman was hit by the driver of a sedan while crossing Cedar Street. She suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, the crash resulted from "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing Too Closely." The driver of a sedan was traveling east on Cedar Street when the driver hit a 19-year-old woman who was crossing the street. She sustained a contusion to her knee and lower leg and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded the point of impact as the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists those two contributing factors and notes no other serious injuries or vehicle occupants.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
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Cyclist Hurt Hitting Parked SUV on Evergreen▸Aug 8 - A 29-year-old cyclist hit a parked GMC SUV on Evergreen near DeKalb at 3 a.m. She scraped her arm and stayed conscious. Her front wheel met the SUV’s right rear bumper. Metal won. She hurt.
A 29-year-old woman riding a bike hit the right rear bumper of a parked 2007 GMC SUV on Evergreen Ave near DeKalb Ave in Brooklyn at about 3 a.m. She suffered abrasions to her lower arm and stayed conscious. According to the police report, officers recorded “Other Vehicular” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” The SUV was unoccupied. No driver errors were listed. The point of impact was her bike’s center front end against the SUV’s right rear bumper. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the bike damaged.
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Two SUVs, Sedan Crash on Myrtle Ave▸Aug 7 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided at center-front on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old driver suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor.
Three vehicles collided on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2023 Honda SUV, the driver of a 2018 Audi SUV, and a 2011 Scion sedan met in center front-end impacts. A 36-year-old man driving one of the vehicles was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The report notes center front-end damage across all three vehicles and records the injured person as an occupant driver. The report does not list other contributing factors or other injured parties.
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Driver runs light, hits elder pedestrian▸Aug 7 - Southbound driver blew a control. Struck a 75-year-old woman in the crosswalk on Humboldt at Flushing. She had the signal. She went down with a leg bruise. Brooklyn pavement took the rest. The car kept straight. The system failed her.
A southbound driver on Humboldt Street at Flushing Avenue struck a 75-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Other Vehicular.” The pedestrian suffered a lower-leg contusion and was listed as injured but conscious. The report places her in the intersection, crossing with the walk. Driver errors cited include Traffic Control Disregarded. Only after those failures does the report list Other Vehicular. The vehicle is recorded as going straight ahead, with point of impact noted as Other. No additional narrative or vehicle details were provided in the report.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected After Hitting Parked Sedan▸Aug 4 - The driver of a motorcycle struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave and was ejected. The 27-year-old rider suffered knee and foot injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. The rider wore a helmet.
A motorcycle driver struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave near Forrest St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle was traveling north and its center front end hit the sedan's left side doors. The driver of the motorcycle, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and an abrasion. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet. The sedan was parked and listed one occupant with unspecified injuries. Police recorded no pedestrian involvement.
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Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
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Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
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Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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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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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
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Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
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Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
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Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
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Improper turn injures teen passengers▸Aug 13 - SUV turned left into a westbound BMW on Flushing and Porter. Metal bit. Glass flew. Two teen passengers hurt. Brooklyn traffic roared on. Driver error wrote the script.
Two vehicles crashed at Flushing Ave and Porter Ave in Bushwick. An SUV making a left turn struck a westbound sedan. Two teenage passengers in the sedan were injured, with back and leg pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Turning Improperly.” The data lists driver error repeatedly: Turning Improperly for the drivers and occupants involved. The SUV was turning; the BMW was going straight. Point of impact details show front-end contact to the SUV and left-front to left-side damage on the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were noted. No other contributing factors were listed before driver error.
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Sedan Hits 19-Year-Old on Cedar Street▸Aug 10 - A 19-year-old woman was hit by the driver of a sedan while crossing Cedar Street. She suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, the crash resulted from "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing Too Closely." The driver of a sedan was traveling east on Cedar Street when the driver hit a 19-year-old woman who was crossing the street. She sustained a contusion to her knee and lower leg and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded the point of impact as the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists those two contributing factors and notes no other serious injuries or vehicle occupants.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
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Cyclist Hurt Hitting Parked SUV on Evergreen▸Aug 8 - A 29-year-old cyclist hit a parked GMC SUV on Evergreen near DeKalb at 3 a.m. She scraped her arm and stayed conscious. Her front wheel met the SUV’s right rear bumper. Metal won. She hurt.
A 29-year-old woman riding a bike hit the right rear bumper of a parked 2007 GMC SUV on Evergreen Ave near DeKalb Ave in Brooklyn at about 3 a.m. She suffered abrasions to her lower arm and stayed conscious. According to the police report, officers recorded “Other Vehicular” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” The SUV was unoccupied. No driver errors were listed. The point of impact was her bike’s center front end against the SUV’s right rear bumper. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the bike damaged.
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Two SUVs, Sedan Crash on Myrtle Ave▸Aug 7 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided at center-front on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old driver suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor.
Three vehicles collided on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2023 Honda SUV, the driver of a 2018 Audi SUV, and a 2011 Scion sedan met in center front-end impacts. A 36-year-old man driving one of the vehicles was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The report notes center front-end damage across all three vehicles and records the injured person as an occupant driver. The report does not list other contributing factors or other injured parties.
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Driver runs light, hits elder pedestrian▸Aug 7 - Southbound driver blew a control. Struck a 75-year-old woman in the crosswalk on Humboldt at Flushing. She had the signal. She went down with a leg bruise. Brooklyn pavement took the rest. The car kept straight. The system failed her.
A southbound driver on Humboldt Street at Flushing Avenue struck a 75-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Other Vehicular.” The pedestrian suffered a lower-leg contusion and was listed as injured but conscious. The report places her in the intersection, crossing with the walk. Driver errors cited include Traffic Control Disregarded. Only after those failures does the report list Other Vehicular. The vehicle is recorded as going straight ahead, with point of impact noted as Other. No additional narrative or vehicle details were provided in the report.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected After Hitting Parked Sedan▸Aug 4 - The driver of a motorcycle struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave and was ejected. The 27-year-old rider suffered knee and foot injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. The rider wore a helmet.
A motorcycle driver struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave near Forrest St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle was traveling north and its center front end hit the sedan's left side doors. The driver of the motorcycle, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and an abrasion. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet. The sedan was parked and listed one occupant with unspecified injuries. Police recorded no pedestrian involvement.
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Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
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Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
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Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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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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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
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Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
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Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
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Improper turn injures teen passengers▸Aug 13 - SUV turned left into a westbound BMW on Flushing and Porter. Metal bit. Glass flew. Two teen passengers hurt. Brooklyn traffic roared on. Driver error wrote the script.
Two vehicles crashed at Flushing Ave and Porter Ave in Bushwick. An SUV making a left turn struck a westbound sedan. Two teenage passengers in the sedan were injured, with back and leg pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Turning Improperly.” The data lists driver error repeatedly: Turning Improperly for the drivers and occupants involved. The SUV was turning; the BMW was going straight. Point of impact details show front-end contact to the SUV and left-front to left-side damage on the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were noted. No other contributing factors were listed before driver error.
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Sedan Hits 19-Year-Old on Cedar Street▸Aug 10 - A 19-year-old woman was hit by the driver of a sedan while crossing Cedar Street. She suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, the crash resulted from "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing Too Closely." The driver of a sedan was traveling east on Cedar Street when the driver hit a 19-year-old woman who was crossing the street. She sustained a contusion to her knee and lower leg and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded the point of impact as the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists those two contributing factors and notes no other serious injuries or vehicle occupants.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
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Cyclist Hurt Hitting Parked SUV on Evergreen▸Aug 8 - A 29-year-old cyclist hit a parked GMC SUV on Evergreen near DeKalb at 3 a.m. She scraped her arm and stayed conscious. Her front wheel met the SUV’s right rear bumper. Metal won. She hurt.
A 29-year-old woman riding a bike hit the right rear bumper of a parked 2007 GMC SUV on Evergreen Ave near DeKalb Ave in Brooklyn at about 3 a.m. She suffered abrasions to her lower arm and stayed conscious. According to the police report, officers recorded “Other Vehicular” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” The SUV was unoccupied. No driver errors were listed. The point of impact was her bike’s center front end against the SUV’s right rear bumper. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the bike damaged.
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Two SUVs, Sedan Crash on Myrtle Ave▸Aug 7 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided at center-front on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old driver suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor.
Three vehicles collided on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2023 Honda SUV, the driver of a 2018 Audi SUV, and a 2011 Scion sedan met in center front-end impacts. A 36-year-old man driving one of the vehicles was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The report notes center front-end damage across all three vehicles and records the injured person as an occupant driver. The report does not list other contributing factors or other injured parties.
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Driver runs light, hits elder pedestrian▸Aug 7 - Southbound driver blew a control. Struck a 75-year-old woman in the crosswalk on Humboldt at Flushing. She had the signal. She went down with a leg bruise. Brooklyn pavement took the rest. The car kept straight. The system failed her.
A southbound driver on Humboldt Street at Flushing Avenue struck a 75-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Other Vehicular.” The pedestrian suffered a lower-leg contusion and was listed as injured but conscious. The report places her in the intersection, crossing with the walk. Driver errors cited include Traffic Control Disregarded. Only after those failures does the report list Other Vehicular. The vehicle is recorded as going straight ahead, with point of impact noted as Other. No additional narrative or vehicle details were provided in the report.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected After Hitting Parked Sedan▸Aug 4 - The driver of a motorcycle struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave and was ejected. The 27-year-old rider suffered knee and foot injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. The rider wore a helmet.
A motorcycle driver struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave near Forrest St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle was traveling north and its center front end hit the sedan's left side doors. The driver of the motorcycle, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and an abrasion. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet. The sedan was parked and listed one occupant with unspecified injuries. Police recorded no pedestrian involvement.
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Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
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Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
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Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
10
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
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Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Aug 13 - SUV turned left into a westbound BMW on Flushing and Porter. Metal bit. Glass flew. Two teen passengers hurt. Brooklyn traffic roared on. Driver error wrote the script.
Two vehicles crashed at Flushing Ave and Porter Ave in Bushwick. An SUV making a left turn struck a westbound sedan. Two teenage passengers in the sedan were injured, with back and leg pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Turning Improperly.” The data lists driver error repeatedly: Turning Improperly for the drivers and occupants involved. The SUV was turning; the BMW was going straight. Point of impact details show front-end contact to the SUV and left-front to left-side damage on the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were noted. No other contributing factors were listed before driver error.
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Sedan Hits 19-Year-Old on Cedar Street▸Aug 10 - A 19-year-old woman was hit by the driver of a sedan while crossing Cedar Street. She suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, the crash resulted from "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing Too Closely." The driver of a sedan was traveling east on Cedar Street when the driver hit a 19-year-old woman who was crossing the street. She sustained a contusion to her knee and lower leg and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded the point of impact as the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists those two contributing factors and notes no other serious injuries or vehicle occupants.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
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Cyclist Hurt Hitting Parked SUV on Evergreen▸Aug 8 - A 29-year-old cyclist hit a parked GMC SUV on Evergreen near DeKalb at 3 a.m. She scraped her arm and stayed conscious. Her front wheel met the SUV’s right rear bumper. Metal won. She hurt.
A 29-year-old woman riding a bike hit the right rear bumper of a parked 2007 GMC SUV on Evergreen Ave near DeKalb Ave in Brooklyn at about 3 a.m. She suffered abrasions to her lower arm and stayed conscious. According to the police report, officers recorded “Other Vehicular” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” The SUV was unoccupied. No driver errors were listed. The point of impact was her bike’s center front end against the SUV’s right rear bumper. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the bike damaged.
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Two SUVs, Sedan Crash on Myrtle Ave▸Aug 7 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided at center-front on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old driver suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor.
Three vehicles collided on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2023 Honda SUV, the driver of a 2018 Audi SUV, and a 2011 Scion sedan met in center front-end impacts. A 36-year-old man driving one of the vehicles was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The report notes center front-end damage across all three vehicles and records the injured person as an occupant driver. The report does not list other contributing factors or other injured parties.
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Driver runs light, hits elder pedestrian▸Aug 7 - Southbound driver blew a control. Struck a 75-year-old woman in the crosswalk on Humboldt at Flushing. She had the signal. She went down with a leg bruise. Brooklyn pavement took the rest. The car kept straight. The system failed her.
A southbound driver on Humboldt Street at Flushing Avenue struck a 75-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Other Vehicular.” The pedestrian suffered a lower-leg contusion and was listed as injured but conscious. The report places her in the intersection, crossing with the walk. Driver errors cited include Traffic Control Disregarded. Only after those failures does the report list Other Vehicular. The vehicle is recorded as going straight ahead, with point of impact noted as Other. No additional narrative or vehicle details were provided in the report.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected After Hitting Parked Sedan▸Aug 4 - The driver of a motorcycle struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave and was ejected. The 27-year-old rider suffered knee and foot injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. The rider wore a helmet.
A motorcycle driver struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave near Forrest St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle was traveling north and its center front end hit the sedan's left side doors. The driver of the motorcycle, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and an abrasion. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet. The sedan was parked and listed one occupant with unspecified injuries. Police recorded no pedestrian involvement.
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Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
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Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
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Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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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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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
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Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
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Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Aug 10 - A 19-year-old woman was hit by the driver of a sedan while crossing Cedar Street. She suffered a contusion to her knee and lower leg and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, the crash resulted from "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing Too Closely." The driver of a sedan was traveling east on Cedar Street when the driver hit a 19-year-old woman who was crossing the street. She sustained a contusion to her knee and lower leg and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded the point of impact as the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists those two contributing factors and notes no other serious injuries or vehicle occupants.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
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Cyclist Hurt Hitting Parked SUV on Evergreen▸Aug 8 - A 29-year-old cyclist hit a parked GMC SUV on Evergreen near DeKalb at 3 a.m. She scraped her arm and stayed conscious. Her front wheel met the SUV’s right rear bumper. Metal won. She hurt.
A 29-year-old woman riding a bike hit the right rear bumper of a parked 2007 GMC SUV on Evergreen Ave near DeKalb Ave in Brooklyn at about 3 a.m. She suffered abrasions to her lower arm and stayed conscious. According to the police report, officers recorded “Other Vehicular” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” The SUV was unoccupied. No driver errors were listed. The point of impact was her bike’s center front end against the SUV’s right rear bumper. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the bike damaged.
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Two SUVs, Sedan Crash on Myrtle Ave▸Aug 7 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided at center-front on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old driver suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor.
Three vehicles collided on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2023 Honda SUV, the driver of a 2018 Audi SUV, and a 2011 Scion sedan met in center front-end impacts. A 36-year-old man driving one of the vehicles was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The report notes center front-end damage across all three vehicles and records the injured person as an occupant driver. The report does not list other contributing factors or other injured parties.
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Driver runs light, hits elder pedestrian▸Aug 7 - Southbound driver blew a control. Struck a 75-year-old woman in the crosswalk on Humboldt at Flushing. She had the signal. She went down with a leg bruise. Brooklyn pavement took the rest. The car kept straight. The system failed her.
A southbound driver on Humboldt Street at Flushing Avenue struck a 75-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Other Vehicular.” The pedestrian suffered a lower-leg contusion and was listed as injured but conscious. The report places her in the intersection, crossing with the walk. Driver errors cited include Traffic Control Disregarded. Only after those failures does the report list Other Vehicular. The vehicle is recorded as going straight ahead, with point of impact noted as Other. No additional narrative or vehicle details were provided in the report.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected After Hitting Parked Sedan▸Aug 4 - The driver of a motorcycle struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave and was ejected. The 27-year-old rider suffered knee and foot injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. The rider wore a helmet.
A motorcycle driver struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave near Forrest St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle was traveling north and its center front end hit the sedan's left side doors. The driver of the motorcycle, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and an abrasion. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet. The sedan was parked and listed one occupant with unspecified injuries. Police recorded no pedestrian involvement.
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Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
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Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
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Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
10
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
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Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
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Cyclist Hurt Hitting Parked SUV on Evergreen▸Aug 8 - A 29-year-old cyclist hit a parked GMC SUV on Evergreen near DeKalb at 3 a.m. She scraped her arm and stayed conscious. Her front wheel met the SUV’s right rear bumper. Metal won. She hurt.
A 29-year-old woman riding a bike hit the right rear bumper of a parked 2007 GMC SUV on Evergreen Ave near DeKalb Ave in Brooklyn at about 3 a.m. She suffered abrasions to her lower arm and stayed conscious. According to the police report, officers recorded “Other Vehicular” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” The SUV was unoccupied. No driver errors were listed. The point of impact was her bike’s center front end against the SUV’s right rear bumper. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the bike damaged.
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Two SUVs, Sedan Crash on Myrtle Ave▸Aug 7 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided at center-front on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old driver suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor.
Three vehicles collided on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2023 Honda SUV, the driver of a 2018 Audi SUV, and a 2011 Scion sedan met in center front-end impacts. A 36-year-old man driving one of the vehicles was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The report notes center front-end damage across all three vehicles and records the injured person as an occupant driver. The report does not list other contributing factors or other injured parties.
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Driver runs light, hits elder pedestrian▸Aug 7 - Southbound driver blew a control. Struck a 75-year-old woman in the crosswalk on Humboldt at Flushing. She had the signal. She went down with a leg bruise. Brooklyn pavement took the rest. The car kept straight. The system failed her.
A southbound driver on Humboldt Street at Flushing Avenue struck a 75-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Other Vehicular.” The pedestrian suffered a lower-leg contusion and was listed as injured but conscious. The report places her in the intersection, crossing with the walk. Driver errors cited include Traffic Control Disregarded. Only after those failures does the report list Other Vehicular. The vehicle is recorded as going straight ahead, with point of impact noted as Other. No additional narrative or vehicle details were provided in the report.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected After Hitting Parked Sedan▸Aug 4 - The driver of a motorcycle struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave and was ejected. The 27-year-old rider suffered knee and foot injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. The rider wore a helmet.
A motorcycle driver struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave near Forrest St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle was traveling north and its center front end hit the sedan's left side doors. The driver of the motorcycle, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and an abrasion. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet. The sedan was parked and listed one occupant with unspecified injuries. Police recorded no pedestrian involvement.
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Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
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Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
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Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
10
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
9
Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Aug 8 - A 29-year-old cyclist hit a parked GMC SUV on Evergreen near DeKalb at 3 a.m. She scraped her arm and stayed conscious. Her front wheel met the SUV’s right rear bumper. Metal won. She hurt.
A 29-year-old woman riding a bike hit the right rear bumper of a parked 2007 GMC SUV on Evergreen Ave near DeKalb Ave in Brooklyn at about 3 a.m. She suffered abrasions to her lower arm and stayed conscious. According to the police report, officers recorded “Other Vehicular” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” The SUV was unoccupied. No driver errors were listed. The point of impact was her bike’s center front end against the SUV’s right rear bumper. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the bike damaged.
7
Two SUVs, Sedan Crash on Myrtle Ave▸Aug 7 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided at center-front on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old driver suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor.
Three vehicles collided on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2023 Honda SUV, the driver of a 2018 Audi SUV, and a 2011 Scion sedan met in center front-end impacts. A 36-year-old man driving one of the vehicles was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The report notes center front-end damage across all three vehicles and records the injured person as an occupant driver. The report does not list other contributing factors or other injured parties.
7
Driver runs light, hits elder pedestrian▸Aug 7 - Southbound driver blew a control. Struck a 75-year-old woman in the crosswalk on Humboldt at Flushing. She had the signal. She went down with a leg bruise. Brooklyn pavement took the rest. The car kept straight. The system failed her.
A southbound driver on Humboldt Street at Flushing Avenue struck a 75-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Other Vehicular.” The pedestrian suffered a lower-leg contusion and was listed as injured but conscious. The report places her in the intersection, crossing with the walk. Driver errors cited include Traffic Control Disregarded. Only after those failures does the report list Other Vehicular. The vehicle is recorded as going straight ahead, with point of impact noted as Other. No additional narrative or vehicle details were provided in the report.
4
Motorcycle Rider Ejected After Hitting Parked Sedan▸Aug 4 - The driver of a motorcycle struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave and was ejected. The 27-year-old rider suffered knee and foot injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. The rider wore a helmet.
A motorcycle driver struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave near Forrest St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle was traveling north and its center front end hit the sedan's left side doors. The driver of the motorcycle, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and an abrasion. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet. The sedan was parked and listed one occupant with unspecified injuries. Police recorded no pedestrian involvement.
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Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
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Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
10
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
9
Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Aug 7 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided at center-front on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old driver suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor.
Three vehicles collided on Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2023 Honda SUV, the driver of a 2018 Audi SUV, and a 2011 Scion sedan met in center front-end impacts. A 36-year-old man driving one of the vehicles was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The report notes center front-end damage across all three vehicles and records the injured person as an occupant driver. The report does not list other contributing factors or other injured parties.
7
Driver runs light, hits elder pedestrian▸Aug 7 - Southbound driver blew a control. Struck a 75-year-old woman in the crosswalk on Humboldt at Flushing. She had the signal. She went down with a leg bruise. Brooklyn pavement took the rest. The car kept straight. The system failed her.
A southbound driver on Humboldt Street at Flushing Avenue struck a 75-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Other Vehicular.” The pedestrian suffered a lower-leg contusion and was listed as injured but conscious. The report places her in the intersection, crossing with the walk. Driver errors cited include Traffic Control Disregarded. Only after those failures does the report list Other Vehicular. The vehicle is recorded as going straight ahead, with point of impact noted as Other. No additional narrative or vehicle details were provided in the report.
4
Motorcycle Rider Ejected After Hitting Parked Sedan▸Aug 4 - The driver of a motorcycle struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave and was ejected. The 27-year-old rider suffered knee and foot injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. The rider wore a helmet.
A motorcycle driver struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave near Forrest St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle was traveling north and its center front end hit the sedan's left side doors. The driver of the motorcycle, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and an abrasion. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet. The sedan was parked and listed one occupant with unspecified injuries. Police recorded no pedestrian involvement.
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
16
Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
10
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
9
Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Aug 7 - Southbound driver blew a control. Struck a 75-year-old woman in the crosswalk on Humboldt at Flushing. She had the signal. She went down with a leg bruise. Brooklyn pavement took the rest. The car kept straight. The system failed her.
A southbound driver on Humboldt Street at Flushing Avenue struck a 75-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Other Vehicular.” The pedestrian suffered a lower-leg contusion and was listed as injured but conscious. The report places her in the intersection, crossing with the walk. Driver errors cited include Traffic Control Disregarded. Only after those failures does the report list Other Vehicular. The vehicle is recorded as going straight ahead, with point of impact noted as Other. No additional narrative or vehicle details were provided in the report.
4
Motorcycle Rider Ejected After Hitting Parked Sedan▸Aug 4 - The driver of a motorcycle struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave and was ejected. The 27-year-old rider suffered knee and foot injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. The rider wore a helmet.
A motorcycle driver struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave near Forrest St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle was traveling north and its center front end hit the sedan's left side doors. The driver of the motorcycle, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and an abrasion. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet. The sedan was parked and listed one occupant with unspecified injuries. Police recorded no pedestrian involvement.
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
16
Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
10
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
9
Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Aug 4 - The driver of a motorcycle struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave and was ejected. The 27-year-old rider suffered knee and foot injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. The rider wore a helmet.
A motorcycle driver struck a parked sedan on Bushwick Ave near Forrest St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle was traveling north and its center front end hit the sedan's left side doors. The driver of the motorcycle, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and an abrasion. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet. The sedan was parked and listed one occupant with unspecified injuries. Police recorded no pedestrian involvement.
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
16
Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
-
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
10
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
9
Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
16
Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
10
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
9
Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
16
Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
-
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
-
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
10
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
9
Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
16
Driver Inattention: SUV Hits Parked Sedan▸Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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
12
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
-
BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
-
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
10
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
9
Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Jul 16 - The driver of an SUV making a left turn hit a parked sedan on St Nicholas Ave. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Head, leg and whole‑body trauma, whiplash and shock followed. Police cited driver inattention.
An SUV making a left turn struck a parked Audi sedan on St Nicholas Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. Four women in the SUV — the driver and three passengers — were injured. Injuries reported include head trauma, hip/upper‑leg injury, whole‑body injury, whiplash, and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report records the SUV's pre‑crash action as 'Making Left Turn' and notes the parked sedan's pre‑crash status as 'Parked.' Police listed driver inattention as the contributing factor in the collision.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
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Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
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Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
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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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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
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Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
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Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
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
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run▸Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
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BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
11
2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
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Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
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Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Jul 12 - Two men crossed Third Avenue. A BMW struck them. Blood marked the car. The driver fled. Police tracked him down. He faces manslaughter charges. Sunset Park mourns.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-12), a BMW driver hit and killed two men, ages 59 and 80, as they crossed Third Ave. at 52nd St. in Brooklyn. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, left the scene, leaving car parts behind. Police used license plate readers to find him. Florentino admitted, 'I had a six pack of Modelos and two drinks... It's my fault.' His blood alcohol content was 0.06%, below the legal limit. He faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. The case highlights the deadly risk of hit-and-run crashes and the role of alcohol, even below legal thresholds.
- BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-12
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes▸
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2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-11
10
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
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Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
- 2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes, The New York Times, Published 2025-07-11
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Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Wyckoff at Troutman▸Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
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Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Jul 10 - A woman crossing Wyckoff Ave at Troutman was struck. Her leg broke. The crash left her hurt in the crosswalk. The driver’s actions remain unknown. The street stayed silent.
A 34-year-old woman was hit while crossing Wyckoff Avenue at Troutman Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No details about the vehicle or driver actions appear in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.
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Driver Turns Left, Cyclist Ejected on Knickerbocker▸Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.
Jul 9 - A driver turning left on Knickerbocker hit and ejected a 35-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Knickerbocker Avenue at Grove Street struck a cyclist traveling north. The cyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor and also listed "Passing Too Closely." The report notes the sedan's pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact on the sedan's left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and the report lists helmet use.