Crash Count for Precinct 83
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 5,157
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,452
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 580
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 32
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 9
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 31, 2025
Carnage in Precinct 83
Detailed breakdowns aren’t yet available for this year slice; totals below reflect the selected window.
Killed 9
Crush Injuries 4
Head 3
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Amputation 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Severe Bleeding 9
Head 5
Face 2
Lower leg/foot 1
Neck 1
Severe Lacerations 13
Head 4
Lower leg/foot 4
Face 2
Back 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Whole body 1
Concussion 10
Head 6
+1
Neck 2
Lower arm/hand 1
Whiplash 69
Neck 26
+21
Head 19
+14
Back 15
+10
Whole body 9
+4
Shoulder/upper arm 6
+1
Hip/upper leg 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Face 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Contusion/Bruise 130
Lower leg/foot 52
+47
Head 22
+17
Lower arm/hand 19
+14
Shoulder/upper arm 14
+9
Hip/upper leg 8
+3
Back 5
Whole body 5
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Face 3
Neck 2
Chest 1
Abrasion 135
Lower leg/foot 48
+43
Lower arm/hand 30
+25
Head 19
+14
Face 10
+5
Whole body 10
+5
Shoulder/upper arm 8
+3
Hip/upper leg 5
Abdomen/pelvis 4
Eye 2
Chest 1
Pain/Nausea 49
Back 12
+7
Lower leg/foot 11
+6
Whole body 7
+2
Head 5
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Hip/upper leg 4
Lower arm/hand 3
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Neck 2
Chest 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 31, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 83?

Preventable Speeding in Precinct 83 School Zones

(since 2022)
Precinct 83: Four people down in nine days. The pattern is older than the week.

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

Where is Precinct 83?
It covers Bushwick (West), Bushwick (East), and The Evergreens Cemetery area, overlapping Brooklyn CB4 and parts of Council Districts 34 and 37, Assembly Districts 53 and 54, and State Senate District 18.
What patterns stand out in recent crashes here?
Police records cite failure to yield, running the light, and distraction among named driver factors. Injuries spike late afternoon into evening, especially from about 4 PM to 7 PM.
Which intersections show repeated harm?
Bushwick Avenue, Central Avenue, Irving Avenue, and Flushing Avenue rank high in the precinct’s crash rollup.
How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC Open Data’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets (Crashes h9gi-nx95, Persons f55k-p6yu, Vehicles bm4k-52h4). Filters: crash dates 2022-01-01 to 2025-09-24; geography: Police Precinct 83; all modes. We pulled totals for deaths, injuries, and crashes, plus contributing factors, hourly distribution, and top locations. Data was accessed on September 23–24, 2025. You can view the base dataset here.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Other Representatives

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.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 83

1
Three Injured in Multi-Car Bushwick Avenue Crash

Jun 1 - Metal struck metal on Bushwick Avenue. Three people hurt. A child and two adults bruised and shocked. Police blame driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.

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


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817571 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
31
SUVs Collide on Flushing Avenue, Driver Injured

May 31 - Two SUVs crashed on Flushing Avenue near Sumner Place. One driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both vehicles showed heavy bumper damage. Police cite driver inexperience as a factor. The street fell silent after the impact.

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


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817210 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
29
SUV And Sedan Crash Injures Two In Brooklyn

May 29 - A sedan and an SUV collided at Central and Myrtle Avenues. Two men drove. A woman and a man suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The crash left bodies aching and cars damaged. Streets stayed dangerous. No one walked away unchanged.

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


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816364 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
28
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Riders on Bushwick Ave

May 28 - A moped and SUV collided on Bushwick Ave near Pilling St. Two moped riders were ejected and hurt. Police cite improper lane use. The crash left bodies bruised and shaken. Steel struck flesh. The street stayed dangerous.

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


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816180 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
27
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Flushing and Stewart

May 27 - A BMW sedan hit a woman crossing at Flushing and Stewart. She suffered leg injuries and shock. The crash left pain and confusion. Obstruction or debris played a role. The street turned violent in a heartbeat.

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


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816296 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
26
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run

May 26 - A driver struck Tiffany Cifuni after a fender-bender in Bedford-Stuyvesant. She was pregnant. The driver dragged her down a one-way street, crashed again, then fled. Cifuni’s family mourns. The street holds the mark of violence and loss.

NY Daily News reported on May 26, 2025, that Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a Chevy Trax rear-ended her on Van Buren St. in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her vehicle to confront the driver, who then ran her over and dragged her down the street. The driver fled, crashing into two more vehicles before abandoning the car. The article quotes Cifuni’s husband: “I lost my whole family tonight.” Surveillance footage captured the confrontation and the fatal impact. The incident highlights the lethal risk of driver aggression and the dangers of hit-and-run crashes. The driver’s decision to flee and drive the wrong way down a one-way street escalated the harm, underscoring systemic failures in street safety and enforcement.


25
Woman Run Down After Brooklyn Crash

May 25 - A maroon Chevy struck a car from behind in Brooklyn. The woman inside stepped out. The driver ran her over and dragged her. She died in the street. The driver fled. Police search for answers.

CBS New York reported on May 25, 2025, that a woman was killed in Brooklyn after a maroon Chevy rear-ended her car. According to police, 'when she got out to approach the vehicle she was run over and dragged.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by drivers who flee after collisions. The NYPD is searching for the suspect. The case underscores ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and the urgent need for stronger enforcement and street design to prevent such deaths.


23
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on Bushwick Ave

May 23 - A sedan hit a man crossing Bushwick Ave with the signal. The crash left him with a concussion and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The man lay shocked. Metal and flesh met in the Brooklyn dark.

A 56-year-old man crossing Bushwick Ave at Stewart St was struck by a southbound sedan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was 'crossing with signal' at the intersection when the crash occurred. The man suffered a concussion and injuries to his arm and hand, and was left in shock. The driver, a 69-year-old man, was listed as inattentive or distracted at the time of the collision. The police report names 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The facts point to a moment of driver error and a vulnerable pedestrian hurt in the crosswalk.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816319 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
20
Improper Turn on Bushwick Ave Injures Three

May 20 - Two sedans collided on Bushwick Ave. Three men hurt. Police cite improper turn and failure to yield. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed. Brooklyn night, sirens cut the dark.

Two sedans crashed at Bushwick Ave and Flushing Ave in Brooklyn. Three men, aged 33 and 40, suffered injuries to their back and shoulders. According to the police report, both vehicles were making left turns when the collision occurred. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left occupants in shock and pain. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815542 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
18
Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Halsey and Wilson

May 18 - A moped hit a 61-year-old woman at Halsey and Wilson. She suffered a leg injury. Police cite improper lane use and driver distraction. The street stayed busy. The crash left her hurt.

A moped struck a 61-year-old woman at the intersection of Halsey Street and Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. She was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, suffering abrasions but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The woman was not in the roadway at the time. No vehicle damage was reported. The police report highlights driver errors as the main contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814052 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
17
Oversized Pickup Hits Pedestrian at Wyckoff

May 17 - A pickup truck struck a man in a marked crosswalk on Wyckoff Ave. The oversized vehicle left the 29-year-old with facial abrasions. He stood in shock. The truck showed no damage.

A 29-year-old man was injured when a pickup truck hit him as he crossed Wyckoff Avenue at Himrod Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the oversized vehicle struck him. The man suffered facial abrasions and was in shock. The report lists 'Oversized Vehicle' as a contributing factor. The truck had no visible damage. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815047 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
17
Oversized Truck Strikes Sedan on Gates Ave

May 17 - A diesel truck slammed into a sedan on Gates Ave. One driver suffered whiplash. Police cite oversized vehicle as cause. Metal twisted. Shock followed. Brooklyn streets bear the weight.

A tractor truck and a sedan collided on Gates Ave in Brooklyn. One driver was injured, suffering whiplash and shock. According to the police report, 'Oversized Vehicle' was listed as the contributing factor. The truck struck the sedan's rear bumper with its right front quarter panel. Multiple occupants were involved, but only one injury was reported. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights the danger posed by oversized vehicles on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814048 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
17
Garbage Truck and Sedan Collide on Wilson Ave

May 17 - A garbage truck and sedan crashed on Wilson Ave. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.

A garbage truck and a sedan collided on Wilson Ave at Putnam Ave in Brooklyn. One driver, age 26, was injured with back trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles disregarded traffic control devices and drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash involved four people, including a child. Driver errors listed were 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report notes lap belts and harnesses were used by some occupants. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic rules.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814120 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
15
E-Scooter Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Fractured

May 15 - E-scooter struck a woman at Knickerbocker and Suydam. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The injury stayed real.

A 38-year-old woman walking at the intersection of Knickerbocker Avenue and Suydam Street in Brooklyn was struck by an e-scooter. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a fractured arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The e-scooter was traveling north and going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash left the pedestrian injured and the street unchanged.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813237 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
15
Box Truck Strikes E-Bike on Bushwick Ave

May 15 - A box truck hit an e-bike at unsafe speed on Bushwick Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite unsafe speed and improper lane use. System failed to protect the vulnerable.

A box truck and an e-bike collided on Bushwick Ave near Himrod St in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered facial injuries. According to the police report, unsafe speed and improper passing or lane usage contributed to the crash. The truck had two occupants, one a 24-year-old male passenger, both uninjured. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary factors were unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the involved drivers. Vulnerable road users bore the brunt of the impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812981 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk

May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.

NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.


11
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Wyckoff Avenue

May 11 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Wyckoff Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. The street saw blood, not mercy.

A sedan and a bike collided at 91 Wyckoff Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the leg and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists no injuries for the car occupant. The data shows both vehicles were moving straight ahead before impact. The cyclist was not ejected. No other contributing factors were listed. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. The street remains dangerous.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812428 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
10
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Woodbine

May 10 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Woodbine Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was ejected and bruised his hip. Brooklyn streets again proved unforgiving.

A sedan struck a 37-year-old cyclist on Woodbine Street at Knickerbocker Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered a hip contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan was making a left turn when it collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. No other injuries were reported. The cyclist was conscious at the scene.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812429 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
10
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Central Ave

May 10 - Two sedans collided on Central Ave. One passenger injured, face struck. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, shock. Brooklyn street, late afternoon.

A crash involving two sedans unfolded at 290 Central Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a southbound sedan stopped in traffic was rear-ended by another sedan traveling straight. One passenger, a 30-year-old woman, suffered facial injuries and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815063 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
8
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Bushwick Ave

May 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old man walking along Bushwick Ave. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered an abdominal abrasion but stayed conscious.

A sedan making a right turn on Bushwick Ave struck a 26-year-old male pedestrian walking with traffic. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the abdomen and pelvis, suffering an abrasion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not using any safety equipment, but the primary causes were driver errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811369 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04