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 3
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 9
▸ Severe Lacerations 13
▸ Concussion 10
▸ Whiplash 65
▸ Contusion/Bruise 123
▸ Abrasion 133
▸ Pain/Nausea 44
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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Four street hits in one night. Bushwick bleeds on.
Precinct 83: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 12, 2025
About 10 AM on Aug 30, at Wyckoff Ave and Halsey St, a driver in a Jeep SUV hit a 28‑year‑old woman in the intersection. Police recorded an injury and moved on (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Just after 3 AM the same day (Aug 30), a 32‑year‑old cyclist was seriously hurt at Cypress Ave and Troutman St in a crash involving two sedans (NYC Open Data).
- About 2 AM (Aug 30), a driver in a 2024 Toyota SUV hit a 39‑year‑old man on Wyckoff Ave at Starr St (NYC Open Data).
- The night before (Aug 29), a driver turning a 2006 Toyota SUV left into a 38‑year‑old cyclist at Central Ave and Weirfield St (NYC Open Data).
Eight dead. 1,892 injured. Since Jan 1, 2022, that is the toll in Precinct 83 (NYC Open Data). Year‑to‑date, this precinct has logged 779 crashes, up 23.5% from 631 at this point last year. Injuries are up to 448 from 308. Recorded deaths are down, 1 this year versus 4 last year (NYC Open Data).
A 71‑year‑old woman never made it across Knickerbocker Ave at Eldert St on May 9, 2024. Police recorded the driver as unlicensed, going at unsafe speed, and disregarding traffic control. She died there (CrashID 4723690).
“Speed cameras have cut speeding by over 60% in locations where installed,” the State Senate recorded when the program was renewed (NYS Senate). The numbers here make the case for using every tool we have.
Where crashes keep coming
Police logs show deaths in the 5 PM, 7 PM, and 10 PM hours, and injuries piled across the clock (NYC Open Data). On Wyckoff, Bushwick, Central, De Kalb—names you know—the hurt repeats. Two recorded deaths tie to Central Avenue; another to De Kalb Avenue, according to the precinct rollup (NYC Open Data).
Police cited failure to yield, disregarding signals, and inattention in case after case. A box truck driver failed to yield to a man crossing with the signal at Halsey and Irving on Aug 29, 2025. The pedestrian was hurt (NYC Open Data). Heavy vehicles also show up in the worst outcomes; trucks and buses are tied to deaths in this precinct’s record (NYC Open Data).
Fix the corners that kill
Start with the basics at Wyckoff & Halsey, Wyckoff & Starr, Central & Weirfield, and the De Kalb corridor: daylighting at every leg, hardened left turns, and leading pedestrian intervals. Add targeted enforcement for failure‑to‑yield and red‑light running on these blocks. Shift truck routes and add turn‑calming where box trucks mix with crosswalks. These are standard tools; this precinct needs them most at the repeat sites documented above (NYC Open Data).
The bills that would spare the next family
The city now has the power to lower speeds. A citywide 20 MPH default and all‑hours camera enforcement work together; lower limits make every mistake survivable, and cameras curb repeat harm. Albany has a bill to stop habitual speeders with intelligent speed assistance; it’s laid out here. The act would force the worst offenders to obey the limit, not just pay tickets.
This is the district of Council Member Sandy Nurse, Assembly Member Maritza Davila, and State Senator Julia Salazar. Their constituents are the ones getting hit at these corners. The question is simple: will they push the fixes and back the bill?
Eight dead since 2022. Four crash scenes in a day. It does not stop on its own. If you want it to stop, start here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes, Persons, Vehicles (filtered for Precinct 83, 2022–present) - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-12
- Senate Protects New York Students and Pedestrians, New York State Senate, Published 2019-03-
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4723690 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-12
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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Improper Passing, Speed Crash on Flushing Ave▸May 4 - A motorcycle and sedan collided on Flushing Ave. One driver was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane use and unsafe speed. Passengers shaken. Metal twisted. System failed.
A motorcycle and a sedan crashed at Flushing Ave and Noll St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a leg injury. Several passengers in the sedan were also hurt. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The report notes the motorcycle driver wore a helmet. No pedestrians were involved. The crash left metal bent and lives disrupted. Systemic danger remains on city streets.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave▸May 4 - A volunteer EMT hit a 19-year-old crossing McDonald Avenue. The crash happened at night. Lights and sirens blared. The young man suffered severe head trauma. Medics rushed him to the hospital. The driver stayed. Police are investigating.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-04), a Hatzolah volunteer EMT driving a smart car struck a 19-year-old pedestrian at McDonald Avenue and Avenue P in Brooklyn around 1:20 a.m. The article states, “The 39-year-old driver was behind the wheel of a smart car for the ambulance service, going north on McDonald Ave., lights and sirens on, when he struck the pedestrian as he was crossing.” The pedestrian suffered critical head injuries and was transported to Maimonides Hospital. The driver remained at the scene. Police are investigating the crash. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, even when emergency vehicles are present. No charges have been filed as of publication.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-04
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Knickerbocker Ave▸May 3 - A sedan hit a man working in the road at Knickerbocker and Jefferson. He took a blow to the shoulder. Police cite driver inexperience and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The bruise will last.
A 30-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he worked in the roadway at Knickerbocker Avenue and Jefferson Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder contusion and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan hit the man with its center front end while traveling north. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and lack experience.
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Moped Strikes Truck in Brooklyn Night Crash▸May 3 - A moped slammed into a pickup on Knickerbocker Ave. Two teens hurt. Police cite driver inexperience and ignored signals. Metal, flesh, blood on the street. System failed the young.
A moped carrying two boys, ages 11 and 16, crashed into a pickup truck on Knickerbocker Ave near Stanhope St in Brooklyn. The 11-year-old suffered severe leg lacerations. The 16-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed. The pickup driver, age 66, was not reported injured. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Driver Inexperience' as factors. The system put young riders at risk. No mention of helmet use as a factor.
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Police Shoot Driver After Parkway Chase▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a roadblock. The car veered toward officers. One fired. The driver, struck, crashed again and died at the hospital. The chase ended in Starrett City. No officers or passengers were reported hurt.
Gothamist reported on April 30, 2025, that NYPD officers shot and killed a man driving a stolen Porsche after a chase on the Belt Parkway. Police said the driver, spotted near Brighton Beach, "maneuvered onto the service road in [the] direction of several officers who set up a roadblock to stop this vehicle." When the driver "veered toward one of the officers and nearly hit him," an officer fired, striking the driver. The car continued another mile before crashing again. The driver died at Brookdale Hospital. The incident was captured on police body cameras. Officers were treated at local hospitals but not injured. The article notes this was the fourth fatal police shooting by NYPD in 2025. The event highlights risks of high-speed chases and the dangers posed by fleeing vehicles near roadblocks.
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Police Shoot Driver After Parkway Chase,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-30
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Wyckoff and Himrod▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Wyckoff Avenue. He suffered facial fractures. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The crash left the pedestrian semiconscious at the intersection.
A sedan traveling south on Wyckoff Avenue struck a 32-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Himrod Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was left semiconscious with facial fractures and dislocation injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The vehicle showed no damage. No other injuries were reported.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸Apr 23 - Taibel Brod crossed with the light. The SUV turned left, struck her. She fell. Two weeks later, she died. The driver had no license. Police charged him. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
NY Daily News reported on April 23, 2025, that Taibel Brod, 101, was killed after an SUV hit her while she crossed Montgomery St. in Crown Heights with the walk signal. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, turned left without a license and struck Brod. Police charged him with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod’s son, who called the crash a "tragedy." Brod died from her injuries nearly two weeks later. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers and left turns at intersections. No changes to the street were reported.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-23
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SUV Crash on Myrtle Avenue Involves Alcohol▸Apr 20 - SUV struck on Myrtle Avenue. Alcohol involved. One woman, age 60, injured with concussion. Police report lists alcohol as a factor. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A crash on Myrtle Avenue at Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV. According to the police report, alcohol was a contributing factor. A 60-year-old woman driving the SUV suffered a concussion. Another 60-year-old woman, listed as an occupant, had unspecified injuries. Two others, both infants, were present but their injuries were unspecified. The police report highlights 'Alcohol Involvement' as a key factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Dekalb and St Nicholas▸Apr 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Dekalb and St Nicholas. Her leg fractured. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 28-year-old woman crossing Dekalb Avenue at St Nicholas Avenue was struck by a sedan. She suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—as key factors in the collision.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸Apr 17 - SUV hit a woman crossing Knickerbocker Avenue. She suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.
A 34-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Knickerbocker Avenue at Weirfield Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash happened. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV struck her with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
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SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
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SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
May 4 - A motorcycle and sedan collided on Flushing Ave. One driver was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane use and unsafe speed. Passengers shaken. Metal twisted. System failed.
A motorcycle and a sedan crashed at Flushing Ave and Noll St in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a leg injury. Several passengers in the sedan were also hurt. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The report notes the motorcycle driver wore a helmet. No pedestrians were involved. The crash left metal bent and lives disrupted. Systemic danger remains on city streets.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave▸May 4 - A volunteer EMT hit a 19-year-old crossing McDonald Avenue. The crash happened at night. Lights and sirens blared. The young man suffered severe head trauma. Medics rushed him to the hospital. The driver stayed. Police are investigating.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-04), a Hatzolah volunteer EMT driving a smart car struck a 19-year-old pedestrian at McDonald Avenue and Avenue P in Brooklyn around 1:20 a.m. The article states, “The 39-year-old driver was behind the wheel of a smart car for the ambulance service, going north on McDonald Ave., lights and sirens on, when he struck the pedestrian as he was crossing.” The pedestrian suffered critical head injuries and was transported to Maimonides Hospital. The driver remained at the scene. Police are investigating the crash. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, even when emergency vehicles are present. No charges have been filed as of publication.
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EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-04
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Knickerbocker Ave▸May 3 - A sedan hit a man working in the road at Knickerbocker and Jefferson. He took a blow to the shoulder. Police cite driver inexperience and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The bruise will last.
A 30-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he worked in the roadway at Knickerbocker Avenue and Jefferson Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder contusion and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan hit the man with its center front end while traveling north. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and lack experience.
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Moped Strikes Truck in Brooklyn Night Crash▸May 3 - A moped slammed into a pickup on Knickerbocker Ave. Two teens hurt. Police cite driver inexperience and ignored signals. Metal, flesh, blood on the street. System failed the young.
A moped carrying two boys, ages 11 and 16, crashed into a pickup truck on Knickerbocker Ave near Stanhope St in Brooklyn. The 11-year-old suffered severe leg lacerations. The 16-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed. The pickup driver, age 66, was not reported injured. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Driver Inexperience' as factors. The system put young riders at risk. No mention of helmet use as a factor.
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Police Shoot Driver After Parkway Chase▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a roadblock. The car veered toward officers. One fired. The driver, struck, crashed again and died at the hospital. The chase ended in Starrett City. No officers or passengers were reported hurt.
Gothamist reported on April 30, 2025, that NYPD officers shot and killed a man driving a stolen Porsche after a chase on the Belt Parkway. Police said the driver, spotted near Brighton Beach, "maneuvered onto the service road in [the] direction of several officers who set up a roadblock to stop this vehicle." When the driver "veered toward one of the officers and nearly hit him," an officer fired, striking the driver. The car continued another mile before crashing again. The driver died at Brookdale Hospital. The incident was captured on police body cameras. Officers were treated at local hospitals but not injured. The article notes this was the fourth fatal police shooting by NYPD in 2025. The event highlights risks of high-speed chases and the dangers posed by fleeing vehicles near roadblocks.
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Police Shoot Driver After Parkway Chase,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-30
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Wyckoff and Himrod▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Wyckoff Avenue. He suffered facial fractures. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The crash left the pedestrian semiconscious at the intersection.
A sedan traveling south on Wyckoff Avenue struck a 32-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Himrod Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was left semiconscious with facial fractures and dislocation injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The vehicle showed no damage. No other injuries were reported.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸Apr 23 - Taibel Brod crossed with the light. The SUV turned left, struck her. She fell. Two weeks later, she died. The driver had no license. Police charged him. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
NY Daily News reported on April 23, 2025, that Taibel Brod, 101, was killed after an SUV hit her while she crossed Montgomery St. in Crown Heights with the walk signal. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, turned left without a license and struck Brod. Police charged him with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod’s son, who called the crash a "tragedy." Brod died from her injuries nearly two weeks later. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers and left turns at intersections. No changes to the street were reported.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-23
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SUV Crash on Myrtle Avenue Involves Alcohol▸Apr 20 - SUV struck on Myrtle Avenue. Alcohol involved. One woman, age 60, injured with concussion. Police report lists alcohol as a factor. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A crash on Myrtle Avenue at Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV. According to the police report, alcohol was a contributing factor. A 60-year-old woman driving the SUV suffered a concussion. Another 60-year-old woman, listed as an occupant, had unspecified injuries. Two others, both infants, were present but their injuries were unspecified. The police report highlights 'Alcohol Involvement' as a key factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Dekalb and St Nicholas▸Apr 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Dekalb and St Nicholas. Her leg fractured. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 28-year-old woman crossing Dekalb Avenue at St Nicholas Avenue was struck by a sedan. She suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—as key factors in the collision.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸Apr 17 - SUV hit a woman crossing Knickerbocker Avenue. She suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.
A 34-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Knickerbocker Avenue at Weirfield Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash happened. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV struck her with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
May 4 - A volunteer EMT hit a 19-year-old crossing McDonald Avenue. The crash happened at night. Lights and sirens blared. The young man suffered severe head trauma. Medics rushed him to the hospital. The driver stayed. Police are investigating.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-04), a Hatzolah volunteer EMT driving a smart car struck a 19-year-old pedestrian at McDonald Avenue and Avenue P in Brooklyn around 1:20 a.m. The article states, “The 39-year-old driver was behind the wheel of a smart car for the ambulance service, going north on McDonald Ave., lights and sirens on, when he struck the pedestrian as he was crossing.” The pedestrian suffered critical head injuries and was transported to Maimonides Hospital. The driver remained at the scene. Police are investigating the crash. The incident highlights the risks faced by pedestrians, even when emergency vehicles are present. No charges have been filed as of publication.
- EMT Strikes Pedestrian On McDonald Ave, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-04
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Knickerbocker Ave▸May 3 - A sedan hit a man working in the road at Knickerbocker and Jefferson. He took a blow to the shoulder. Police cite driver inexperience and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The bruise will last.
A 30-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he worked in the roadway at Knickerbocker Avenue and Jefferson Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder contusion and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan hit the man with its center front end while traveling north. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and lack experience.
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Moped Strikes Truck in Brooklyn Night Crash▸May 3 - A moped slammed into a pickup on Knickerbocker Ave. Two teens hurt. Police cite driver inexperience and ignored signals. Metal, flesh, blood on the street. System failed the young.
A moped carrying two boys, ages 11 and 16, crashed into a pickup truck on Knickerbocker Ave near Stanhope St in Brooklyn. The 11-year-old suffered severe leg lacerations. The 16-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed. The pickup driver, age 66, was not reported injured. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Driver Inexperience' as factors. The system put young riders at risk. No mention of helmet use as a factor.
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Police Shoot Driver After Parkway Chase▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a roadblock. The car veered toward officers. One fired. The driver, struck, crashed again and died at the hospital. The chase ended in Starrett City. No officers or passengers were reported hurt.
Gothamist reported on April 30, 2025, that NYPD officers shot and killed a man driving a stolen Porsche after a chase on the Belt Parkway. Police said the driver, spotted near Brighton Beach, "maneuvered onto the service road in [the] direction of several officers who set up a roadblock to stop this vehicle." When the driver "veered toward one of the officers and nearly hit him," an officer fired, striking the driver. The car continued another mile before crashing again. The driver died at Brookdale Hospital. The incident was captured on police body cameras. Officers were treated at local hospitals but not injured. The article notes this was the fourth fatal police shooting by NYPD in 2025. The event highlights risks of high-speed chases and the dangers posed by fleeing vehicles near roadblocks.
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Police Shoot Driver After Parkway Chase,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-30
24
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Wyckoff and Himrod▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Wyckoff Avenue. He suffered facial fractures. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The crash left the pedestrian semiconscious at the intersection.
A sedan traveling south on Wyckoff Avenue struck a 32-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Himrod Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was left semiconscious with facial fractures and dislocation injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The vehicle showed no damage. No other injuries were reported.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸Apr 23 - Taibel Brod crossed with the light. The SUV turned left, struck her. She fell. Two weeks later, she died. The driver had no license. Police charged him. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
NY Daily News reported on April 23, 2025, that Taibel Brod, 101, was killed after an SUV hit her while she crossed Montgomery St. in Crown Heights with the walk signal. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, turned left without a license and struck Brod. Police charged him with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod’s son, who called the crash a "tragedy." Brod died from her injuries nearly two weeks later. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers and left turns at intersections. No changes to the street were reported.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-23
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SUV Crash on Myrtle Avenue Involves Alcohol▸Apr 20 - SUV struck on Myrtle Avenue. Alcohol involved. One woman, age 60, injured with concussion. Police report lists alcohol as a factor. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A crash on Myrtle Avenue at Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV. According to the police report, alcohol was a contributing factor. A 60-year-old woman driving the SUV suffered a concussion. Another 60-year-old woman, listed as an occupant, had unspecified injuries. Two others, both infants, were present but their injuries were unspecified. The police report highlights 'Alcohol Involvement' as a key factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were listed.
20
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Dekalb and St Nicholas▸Apr 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Dekalb and St Nicholas. Her leg fractured. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 28-year-old woman crossing Dekalb Avenue at St Nicholas Avenue was struck by a sedan. She suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—as key factors in the collision.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸Apr 17 - SUV hit a woman crossing Knickerbocker Avenue. She suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.
A 34-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Knickerbocker Avenue at Weirfield Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash happened. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV struck her with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
May 3 - A sedan hit a man working in the road at Knickerbocker and Jefferson. He took a blow to the shoulder. Police cite driver inexperience and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The bruise will last.
A 30-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he worked in the roadway at Knickerbocker Avenue and Jefferson Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a shoulder contusion and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan hit the man with its center front end while traveling north. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and lack experience.
3
Moped Strikes Truck in Brooklyn Night Crash▸May 3 - A moped slammed into a pickup on Knickerbocker Ave. Two teens hurt. Police cite driver inexperience and ignored signals. Metal, flesh, blood on the street. System failed the young.
A moped carrying two boys, ages 11 and 16, crashed into a pickup truck on Knickerbocker Ave near Stanhope St in Brooklyn. The 11-year-old suffered severe leg lacerations. The 16-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed. The pickup driver, age 66, was not reported injured. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Driver Inexperience' as factors. The system put young riders at risk. No mention of helmet use as a factor.
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Police Shoot Driver After Parkway Chase▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a roadblock. The car veered toward officers. One fired. The driver, struck, crashed again and died at the hospital. The chase ended in Starrett City. No officers or passengers were reported hurt.
Gothamist reported on April 30, 2025, that NYPD officers shot and killed a man driving a stolen Porsche after a chase on the Belt Parkway. Police said the driver, spotted near Brighton Beach, "maneuvered onto the service road in [the] direction of several officers who set up a roadblock to stop this vehicle." When the driver "veered toward one of the officers and nearly hit him," an officer fired, striking the driver. The car continued another mile before crashing again. The driver died at Brookdale Hospital. The incident was captured on police body cameras. Officers were treated at local hospitals but not injured. The article notes this was the fourth fatal police shooting by NYPD in 2025. The event highlights risks of high-speed chases and the dangers posed by fleeing vehicles near roadblocks.
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Police Shoot Driver After Parkway Chase,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-30
24
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Wyckoff and Himrod▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Wyckoff Avenue. He suffered facial fractures. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The crash left the pedestrian semiconscious at the intersection.
A sedan traveling south on Wyckoff Avenue struck a 32-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Himrod Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was left semiconscious with facial fractures and dislocation injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The vehicle showed no damage. No other injuries were reported.
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
23
Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸Apr 23 - Taibel Brod crossed with the light. The SUV turned left, struck her. She fell. Two weeks later, she died. The driver had no license. Police charged him. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
NY Daily News reported on April 23, 2025, that Taibel Brod, 101, was killed after an SUV hit her while she crossed Montgomery St. in Crown Heights with the walk signal. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, turned left without a license and struck Brod. Police charged him with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod’s son, who called the crash a "tragedy." Brod died from her injuries nearly two weeks later. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers and left turns at intersections. No changes to the street were reported.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-23
20
SUV Crash on Myrtle Avenue Involves Alcohol▸Apr 20 - SUV struck on Myrtle Avenue. Alcohol involved. One woman, age 60, injured with concussion. Police report lists alcohol as a factor. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A crash on Myrtle Avenue at Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV. According to the police report, alcohol was a contributing factor. A 60-year-old woman driving the SUV suffered a concussion. Another 60-year-old woman, listed as an occupant, had unspecified injuries. Two others, both infants, were present but their injuries were unspecified. The police report highlights 'Alcohol Involvement' as a key factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were listed.
20
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Dekalb and St Nicholas▸Apr 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Dekalb and St Nicholas. Her leg fractured. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 28-year-old woman crossing Dekalb Avenue at St Nicholas Avenue was struck by a sedan. She suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—as key factors in the collision.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸Apr 17 - SUV hit a woman crossing Knickerbocker Avenue. She suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.
A 34-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Knickerbocker Avenue at Weirfield Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash happened. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV struck her with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
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SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
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SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
May 3 - A moped slammed into a pickup on Knickerbocker Ave. Two teens hurt. Police cite driver inexperience and ignored signals. Metal, flesh, blood on the street. System failed the young.
A moped carrying two boys, ages 11 and 16, crashed into a pickup truck on Knickerbocker Ave near Stanhope St in Brooklyn. The 11-year-old suffered severe leg lacerations. The 16-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' contributed to the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed. The pickup driver, age 66, was not reported injured. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Driver Inexperience' as factors. The system put young riders at risk. No mention of helmet use as a factor.
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Police Shoot Driver After Parkway Chase▸Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a roadblock. The car veered toward officers. One fired. The driver, struck, crashed again and died at the hospital. The chase ended in Starrett City. No officers or passengers were reported hurt.
Gothamist reported on April 30, 2025, that NYPD officers shot and killed a man driving a stolen Porsche after a chase on the Belt Parkway. Police said the driver, spotted near Brighton Beach, "maneuvered onto the service road in [the] direction of several officers who set up a roadblock to stop this vehicle." When the driver "veered toward one of the officers and nearly hit him," an officer fired, striking the driver. The car continued another mile before crashing again. The driver died at Brookdale Hospital. The incident was captured on police body cameras. Officers were treated at local hospitals but not injured. The article notes this was the fourth fatal police shooting by NYPD in 2025. The event highlights risks of high-speed chases and the dangers posed by fleeing vehicles near roadblocks.
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Police Shoot Driver After Parkway Chase,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-30
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Wyckoff and Himrod▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Wyckoff Avenue. He suffered facial fractures. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The crash left the pedestrian semiconscious at the intersection.
A sedan traveling south on Wyckoff Avenue struck a 32-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Himrod Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was left semiconscious with facial fractures and dislocation injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The vehicle showed no damage. No other injuries were reported.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸Apr 23 - Taibel Brod crossed with the light. The SUV turned left, struck her. She fell. Two weeks later, she died. The driver had no license. Police charged him. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
NY Daily News reported on April 23, 2025, that Taibel Brod, 101, was killed after an SUV hit her while she crossed Montgomery St. in Crown Heights with the walk signal. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, turned left without a license and struck Brod. Police charged him with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod’s son, who called the crash a "tragedy." Brod died from her injuries nearly two weeks later. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers and left turns at intersections. No changes to the street were reported.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-23
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SUV Crash on Myrtle Avenue Involves Alcohol▸Apr 20 - SUV struck on Myrtle Avenue. Alcohol involved. One woman, age 60, injured with concussion. Police report lists alcohol as a factor. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A crash on Myrtle Avenue at Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV. According to the police report, alcohol was a contributing factor. A 60-year-old woman driving the SUV suffered a concussion. Another 60-year-old woman, listed as an occupant, had unspecified injuries. Two others, both infants, were present but their injuries were unspecified. The police report highlights 'Alcohol Involvement' as a key factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Dekalb and St Nicholas▸Apr 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Dekalb and St Nicholas. Her leg fractured. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 28-year-old woman crossing Dekalb Avenue at St Nicholas Avenue was struck by a sedan. She suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—as key factors in the collision.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸Apr 17 - SUV hit a woman crossing Knickerbocker Avenue. She suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.
A 34-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Knickerbocker Avenue at Weirfield Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash happened. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV struck her with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a roadblock. The car veered toward officers. One fired. The driver, struck, crashed again and died at the hospital. The chase ended in Starrett City. No officers or passengers were reported hurt.
Gothamist reported on April 30, 2025, that NYPD officers shot and killed a man driving a stolen Porsche after a chase on the Belt Parkway. Police said the driver, spotted near Brighton Beach, "maneuvered onto the service road in [the] direction of several officers who set up a roadblock to stop this vehicle." When the driver "veered toward one of the officers and nearly hit him," an officer fired, striking the driver. The car continued another mile before crashing again. The driver died at Brookdale Hospital. The incident was captured on police body cameras. Officers were treated at local hospitals but not injured. The article notes this was the fourth fatal police shooting by NYPD in 2025. The event highlights risks of high-speed chases and the dangers posed by fleeing vehicles near roadblocks.
- Police Shoot Driver After Parkway Chase, Gothamist, Published 2025-04-30
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Wyckoff and Himrod▸Apr 24 - A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Wyckoff Avenue. He suffered facial fractures. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The crash left the pedestrian semiconscious at the intersection.
A sedan traveling south on Wyckoff Avenue struck a 32-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Himrod Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was left semiconscious with facial fractures and dislocation injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The vehicle showed no damage. No other injuries were reported.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸Apr 23 - Taibel Brod crossed with the light. The SUV turned left, struck her. She fell. Two weeks later, she died. The driver had no license. Police charged him. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
NY Daily News reported on April 23, 2025, that Taibel Brod, 101, was killed after an SUV hit her while she crossed Montgomery St. in Crown Heights with the walk signal. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, turned left without a license and struck Brod. Police charged him with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod’s son, who called the crash a "tragedy." Brod died from her injuries nearly two weeks later. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers and left turns at intersections. No changes to the street were reported.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-23
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SUV Crash on Myrtle Avenue Involves Alcohol▸Apr 20 - SUV struck on Myrtle Avenue. Alcohol involved. One woman, age 60, injured with concussion. Police report lists alcohol as a factor. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A crash on Myrtle Avenue at Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV. According to the police report, alcohol was a contributing factor. A 60-year-old woman driving the SUV suffered a concussion. Another 60-year-old woman, listed as an occupant, had unspecified injuries. Two others, both infants, were present but their injuries were unspecified. The police report highlights 'Alcohol Involvement' as a key factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Dekalb and St Nicholas▸Apr 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Dekalb and St Nicholas. Her leg fractured. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 28-year-old woman crossing Dekalb Avenue at St Nicholas Avenue was struck by a sedan. She suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—as key factors in the collision.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸Apr 17 - SUV hit a woman crossing Knickerbocker Avenue. She suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.
A 34-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Knickerbocker Avenue at Weirfield Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash happened. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV struck her with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 24 - A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Wyckoff Avenue. He suffered facial fractures. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The crash left the pedestrian semiconscious at the intersection.
A sedan traveling south on Wyckoff Avenue struck a 32-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Himrod Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was left semiconscious with facial fractures and dislocation injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The vehicle showed no damage. No other injuries were reported.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸Apr 23 - Taibel Brod crossed with the light. The SUV turned left, struck her. She fell. Two weeks later, she died. The driver had no license. Police charged him. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
NY Daily News reported on April 23, 2025, that Taibel Brod, 101, was killed after an SUV hit her while she crossed Montgomery St. in Crown Heights with the walk signal. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, turned left without a license and struck Brod. Police charged him with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod’s son, who called the crash a "tragedy." Brod died from her injuries nearly two weeks later. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers and left turns at intersections. No changes to the street were reported.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-23
20
SUV Crash on Myrtle Avenue Involves Alcohol▸Apr 20 - SUV struck on Myrtle Avenue. Alcohol involved. One woman, age 60, injured with concussion. Police report lists alcohol as a factor. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A crash on Myrtle Avenue at Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV. According to the police report, alcohol was a contributing factor. A 60-year-old woman driving the SUV suffered a concussion. Another 60-year-old woman, listed as an occupant, had unspecified injuries. Two others, both infants, were present but their injuries were unspecified. The police report highlights 'Alcohol Involvement' as a key factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were listed.
20
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Dekalb and St Nicholas▸Apr 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Dekalb and St Nicholas. Her leg fractured. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 28-year-old woman crossing Dekalb Avenue at St Nicholas Avenue was struck by a sedan. She suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—as key factors in the collision.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸Apr 17 - SUV hit a woman crossing Knickerbocker Avenue. She suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.
A 34-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Knickerbocker Avenue at Weirfield Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash happened. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV struck her with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
- Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch, New York Post, Published 2025-04-24
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸Apr 23 - Taibel Brod crossed with the light. The SUV turned left, struck her. She fell. Two weeks later, she died. The driver had no license. Police charged him. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
NY Daily News reported on April 23, 2025, that Taibel Brod, 101, was killed after an SUV hit her while she crossed Montgomery St. in Crown Heights with the walk signal. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, turned left without a license and struck Brod. Police charged him with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod’s son, who called the crash a "tragedy." Brod died from her injuries nearly two weeks later. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers and left turns at intersections. No changes to the street were reported.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-23
20
SUV Crash on Myrtle Avenue Involves Alcohol▸Apr 20 - SUV struck on Myrtle Avenue. Alcohol involved. One woman, age 60, injured with concussion. Police report lists alcohol as a factor. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A crash on Myrtle Avenue at Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV. According to the police report, alcohol was a contributing factor. A 60-year-old woman driving the SUV suffered a concussion. Another 60-year-old woman, listed as an occupant, had unspecified injuries. Two others, both infants, were present but their injuries were unspecified. The police report highlights 'Alcohol Involvement' as a key factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were listed.
20
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Dekalb and St Nicholas▸Apr 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Dekalb and St Nicholas. Her leg fractured. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 28-year-old woman crossing Dekalb Avenue at St Nicholas Avenue was struck by a sedan. She suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—as key factors in the collision.
17
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸Apr 17 - SUV hit a woman crossing Knickerbocker Avenue. She suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.
A 34-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Knickerbocker Avenue at Weirfield Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash happened. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV struck her with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
31
Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 23 - Taibel Brod crossed with the light. The SUV turned left, struck her. She fell. Two weeks later, she died. The driver had no license. Police charged him. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
NY Daily News reported on April 23, 2025, that Taibel Brod, 101, was killed after an SUV hit her while she crossed Montgomery St. in Crown Heights with the walk signal. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, turned left without a license and struck Brod. Police charged him with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod’s son, who called the crash a "tragedy." Brod died from her injuries nearly two weeks later. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers and left turns at intersections. No changes to the street were reported.
- Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-23
20
SUV Crash on Myrtle Avenue Involves Alcohol▸Apr 20 - SUV struck on Myrtle Avenue. Alcohol involved. One woman, age 60, injured with concussion. Police report lists alcohol as a factor. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A crash on Myrtle Avenue at Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV. According to the police report, alcohol was a contributing factor. A 60-year-old woman driving the SUV suffered a concussion. Another 60-year-old woman, listed as an occupant, had unspecified injuries. Two others, both infants, were present but their injuries were unspecified. The police report highlights 'Alcohol Involvement' as a key factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were listed.
20
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Dekalb and St Nicholas▸Apr 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Dekalb and St Nicholas. Her leg fractured. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 28-year-old woman crossing Dekalb Avenue at St Nicholas Avenue was struck by a sedan. She suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—as key factors in the collision.
17
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸Apr 17 - SUV hit a woman crossing Knickerbocker Avenue. She suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.
A 34-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Knickerbocker Avenue at Weirfield Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash happened. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV struck her with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
31
Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 20 - SUV struck on Myrtle Avenue. Alcohol involved. One woman, age 60, injured with concussion. Police report lists alcohol as a factor. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A crash on Myrtle Avenue at Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV. According to the police report, alcohol was a contributing factor. A 60-year-old woman driving the SUV suffered a concussion. Another 60-year-old woman, listed as an occupant, had unspecified injuries. Two others, both infants, were present but their injuries were unspecified. The police report highlights 'Alcohol Involvement' as a key factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were listed.
20
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Dekalb and St Nicholas▸Apr 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Dekalb and St Nicholas. Her leg fractured. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 28-year-old woman crossing Dekalb Avenue at St Nicholas Avenue was struck by a sedan. She suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—as key factors in the collision.
17
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸Apr 17 - SUV hit a woman crossing Knickerbocker Avenue. She suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.
A 34-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Knickerbocker Avenue at Weirfield Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash happened. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV struck her with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
-
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
31
Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
-
Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Dekalb and St Nicholas. Her leg fractured. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 28-year-old woman crossing Dekalb Avenue at St Nicholas Avenue was struck by a sedan. She suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—as key factors in the collision.
17
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk▸Apr 17 - SUV hit a woman crossing Knickerbocker Avenue. She suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.
A 34-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Knickerbocker Avenue at Weirfield Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash happened. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV struck her with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
-
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
-
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
31
Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
-
Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 17 - SUV hit a woman crossing Knickerbocker Avenue. She suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.
A 34-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Knickerbocker Avenue at Weirfield Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash happened. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV struck her with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
- Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC, The Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-04-16
11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 11 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old crossing Melrose Street. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the car turned left. System failed to protect the walker.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Melrose Street at Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any error by the pedestrian. The impact point was the car's left front bumper, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
31
Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
- Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger, amny, Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
31
Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
- Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger, Gothamist, Published 2025-04-09
2
SUV Strikes Moped in Brooklyn Intersection Crash▸Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
1
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
-
Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
31
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
31
Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 2 - SUV hit moped at Suydam and Bushwick. One moped rider injured. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Night, metal, blood, sirens. System failed the vulnerable again.
An SUV and a moped collided at Suydam Street and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one moped rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The crash involved two vehicles: a 2011 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2024 Zhen moped turning left. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
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SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
- Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead, ABC7, Published 2025-04-02
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children▸Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
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Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-01
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SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Apr 1 - A red-light runner tore through Ocean Parkway. The Audi slammed an Uber, then plowed into a family in the crosswalk. A mother and her two daughters died. Survivors watched, hurt and helpless, as medics tried to save the fallen.
According to the NY Daily News (April 1, 2025), a crash on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn left a mother and her two daughters dead after a speeding Audi, driven by Miriam Yarimi, struck an Uber and then pedestrians in a crosswalk. Police said Yarimi was driving about 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and ran a red light with a suspended license. She was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault, reckless driving, and other offenses. The article quotes survivor Shakhzod Ahmedova: "After the car crash, we just saw the car flipped over and two kids on the ground. We were scared." The incident highlights the lethal consequences of unlicensed, reckless driving and raises questions about enforcement and street design on major corridors like Ocean Parkway.
- Speeding Audi Kills Mother, Two Children, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-01
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SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Helmeted Cyclist▸Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Mar 31 - An SUV turning left on Evergreen Avenue hit a northbound cyclist going straight. The cyclist, helmeted but injured in the face, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The cyclist remained conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Evergreen Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn at 18:13. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained facial injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had two occupants, both belted, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The impact point was the SUV's left rear bumper. The police narrative emphasizes the collision of metal and flesh, highlighting the severity of the cyclist's injuries despite helmet use. No victim fault or behavior was cited as contributing.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters▸Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
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Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-31
Mar 31 - A speeding Audi struck a mother and her daughters in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The crash killed three. The youngest son was left fighting for life. The driver, with a long record of violations, now faces manslaughter charges.
According to the New York Post (March 31, 2025), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi through a Brooklyn crosswalk, killing Natasha Saada and her daughters, Diana and Debra. Saada’s 4-year-old son was critically injured. Police said the victims were 'legally crossing the street in a crosswalk when the driver's speeding Audi struck them.' Yarimi’s car had over 93 traffic violations. She told first responders she was 'possessed' and is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The article notes Yarimi’s history of paranoid social media posts and erratic behavior. She has been charged with manslaughter. The crash highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and raises questions about enforcement against repeat traffic offenders.
- Brooklyn Driver Kills Mother, Two Daughters, New York Post, Published 2025-03-31