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 6
▸ Crush Injuries 8
▸ Severe Bleeding 6
▸ Severe Lacerations 9
▸ Concussion 17
▸ Whiplash 91
▸ Contusion/Bruise 139
▸ Abrasion 76
▸ Pain/Nausea 27
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Precinct 84: Four dead, hundreds hurt, the same streets keep breaking people
Precinct 84: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025
Brooklyn’s 84th Precinct: five dead, 1,298 injured since 2022. The bodies and the numbers are from the city’s own ledger. See the collisions data.
- Bicyclists: 197 hurt. 7 seriously. 0 killed.
- Pedestrians: 246 hurt. 10 seriously. 0 killed.
- Occupants: 811 hurt. 6 seriously. 4 killed.
- Other motorized riders: 44 hurt. 1 seriously. 1 killed.
Unsafe speed. Distraction. Turns that don’t spare the human body. “Other” is the largest bucket in the database, but it still records 11 serious injuries tied to it. Speed sits in the files too.
Tillary. Flatbush Extension. Cadman Plaza West.
The map points to the same blocks. Tillary Street leads the list: 56 injuries, 4 serious. Flatbush Avenue Extension: 66 injuries, 2 serious. Cadman Plaza West carries a death and 16 injuries.
On November 6, 2024, a bus turned right at Tillary and Jay. It struck a 74‑year‑old man on an e‑bike. He died at the scene. The record says “Making Right Turn.” The record says “Crush Injuries.”
On August 22, 2022, a Cadillac SUV on Cadman Plaza West killed a 76‑year‑old passenger and injured the driver. The state fields say “Unsafe Speed” and “Aggressive Driving/Road Rage.”
Hours when the streets bite
The injuries pile up after school and into the night. 3 p.m. shows 80 injuries, 3 serious. 4 p.m.: 79 injuries, 4 serious, and a death. 8 p.m.: another death. 11 p.m.: another. The morning peak hurts too: 8 a.m. shows a death and 51 injuries. These are entries in the city’s table. They do not look away: see the hourly distribution.
What the files say about causes
Speed factors into deaths and the worst harm here. The data marks 11 serious injuries under “other,” 6 under “vulnerable road user error,” and more tied to inattention and passing. One line is blunt: “Unsafe Speed” sits on the 2022 Cadman Plaza West death. These are the contributing factors.
Buses and trucks matter at the curb. Pedestrian injuries in this precinct list sedans first, then SUVs, then trucks and buses. Nine pedestrian injury cases involve buses; 26 involve trucks. The rollup sits in the open data.
The year keeps getting worse
Through August 26, 2025: 661 crashes, 2 deaths, 257 injuries. Same time last year: 525 crashes, 0 deaths, 258 injuries. Crashes are up about 26%. The city’s own counts show it. See the period stats.
Names withheld. The harm is not.
February 28, 2025, Flatbush at State: a stopped SUV, a sedan going straight, a woman in the right‑rear seat dead. The file calls it “Apparent Death.” The place is in the log: CrashID 4795527.
August 19, 2025, Henry Street: a driver followed too closely and died after rear‑ending a parked car. The fields read “Following Too Closely” and “Passenger Distraction.” The loss sits in CrashID 4836901.
Fix the turns. Slow the cars. Protect the hours kids cross.
- Harden right turns at Tillary and Jay and along Flatbush Extension. Protect bike approaches. Daylight the corners.
- Add leading pedestrian intervals and raised crosswalks at Tillary, Navy, Court, and Cadman Plaza West.
- Target bus and truck turns where the records show harm. Enforce speed at the afternoon and evening peaks the data flags.
Citywide moves that would spare this precinct
Albany gave the city the lever. New York can set safer speeds. The ask is simple: use it. Lower the default to 20 mph and make it stick. The case for lower speed is already on our site; the call to act is open.
The other lever is for the worst repeat speeders. The Stop Super Speeders Act would force chronic offenders to use in‑car speed control. It is in the file, with the families it might have saved. Read and act here: Stop Super Speeders and slow the city.
This is Precinct 84. The bodies are counted. The corners are named. The clock keeps moving.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Person - Crashes , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-05
- Two Killed By Subway Trains In NYC, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-11
- Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-30
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
Other Representatives
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▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 84 Police Precinct 84 sits in Brooklyn, District 33, AD 52, SD 26.
It contains Brooklyn CB2, Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn-Dumbo-Boerum Hill.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 84
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Mayor Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸Jun 17 - Mayor Adams ripped out Bedford Avenue’s protected bike lane. Cyclists now dodge cars, buses, and chaos. City ignored safer designs. Riders left exposed. Anger boils. The street grows more dangerous. The city shrugs. Blood waits on the asphalt.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 17, 2025, that Mayor Adams ordered the removal of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue after complaints from some residents. Cyclists called the move "unwise and unsafe." The article notes the city had previously identified this stretch as among the most dangerous. Officials responded to concerns by painting pedestrian islands and loading zones but did not install physical barriers or bus boarding islands. Cyclists described the decision as political, with one saying, "There’s a very important voting bloc that’s using their leverage over the mayor to remove the bike lane." The mayor’s refusal to sacrifice parking for safety left vulnerable road users exposed. The city’s Streets Master Plan, which mandates more protected lanes, remains unmet.
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Mayor Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-17
15
Chain-Reaction Crash Injures Cops, Passenger▸Jun 15 - A black Suburban sped north on Coney Island Avenue. It struck a Volvo, shoving it into a police car. Two officers broke bones. A passenger flew from the Suburban. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens wailed. The driver now faces charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-15), a 24-year-old man drove a Chevrolet Suburban while intoxicated on Coney Island Avenue. He crashed into a Volvo at Avenue U, triggering a chain-reaction that sent the Volvo into a marked NYPD car. The article states, "One police officer suffered a broken pelvis and arm, as well as head trauma, while another suffered a broken hip." A passenger in the Suburban was ejected and critically injured. The driver, Diyorjon Sobirjonov, was charged with DWI, reckless endangerment, and related offenses after refusing a blood-alcohol test. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of passengers and officers in multi-vehicle collisions.
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Chain-Reaction Crash Injures Cops, Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-15
11
NYC DOT Targets Intersection Danger Zones▸Jun 11 - City crews will block cars from corners. Barriers, granite, planters—hard lines drawn. Sightlines open. Pedestrians and cyclists step forward, visible. Intersections, once blind, now clear. The city moves to cut the toll where most blood spills.
amNY reported on June 11, 2025, that the NYC Department of Transportation will redesign intersections to protect pedestrians and cyclists. The plan uses 'hardened daylighting'—physical barriers, granite blocks, and planters—to stop vehicles from parking near corners. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'Using barriers to clear space at the intersection will help ensure pedestrians, cyclists and turning vehicles can see each other and enhance safety.' Nearly half of city traffic deaths happen at intersections. The new design will first appear at high-crash sites in Brooklyn, including Ocean Avenue at Church Avenue and several others. The move highlights a systemic effort to address visibility failures and reduce deadly conflicts at crossings.
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NYC DOT Targets Intersection Danger Zones,
amny,
Published 2025-06-11
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Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Bridge, Three Hurt▸Jun 10 - Two sedans struck on the Brooklyn Bridge. Three people injured. Bruises, whiplash, pain. Police cite passing too closely. Metal and bodies jarred. Night, city, sirens. System failed again.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Bridge. Three occupants were injured, suffering neck and arm bruises and whiplash. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' factors. Both vehicles were traveling west when the impact occurred. The report lists no errors by those injured. Driver error—passing too closely—was the main cause. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrians Crossing Court Street▸Jun 7 - A sedan hit two elderly pedestrians in Brooklyn. Both were crossing with the signal. The car turned left and failed to yield. One man suffered a bruised leg. One woman hurt her arm. The driver moved too fast. The street stayed dangerous.
Two pedestrians, aged 87 and 85, were struck by a sedan while crossing Court Street at Livingston Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield and hit them. The 87-year-old man suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg, while the 85-year-old woman sustained injuries to her arm and hand. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver, a 26-year-old man, was operating a 2011 Honda sedan registered in Pennsylvania. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrians was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the persistent danger for those on foot in New York City intersections.
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DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street▸Jun 6 - Court Street bleeds from double parking and swerving cars. Cyclists and walkers dodge danger daily. DOT will cut a lane, add a protected bike path, and shrink space for reckless driving. Fewer lanes, fewer crashes. Safety, not speed, takes the street.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-06-06) reports the Department of Transportation will install a protected bike lane on Brooklyn’s Court Street, a corridor plagued by double parking and sideswipe crashes. DOT’s Chris Brunson said, “The narrower street width for vehicles will de-incentivize double parking on the corridor.” The redesign removes a travel lane, adds a protected bike lane, and aims to curb driver behavior that leads to crashes. Between 2022 and 2024, 165 crashes on this mile-long stretch caused one death and injured 15 cyclists and 23 pedestrians. Most pedestrian injuries happened while crossing with the light, showing drivers failed to yield. The plan targets excess road capacity and prioritizes vulnerable users on a Vision Zero Priority Corridor.
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DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-06
5
Cyclist Injured in Bergen Street Bike-Moped Crash▸Jun 5 - A cyclist and a moped collided on Bergen Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the upper arm. Police cited driver inattention. The street saw blood and confusion. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash involving a bike and a moped occurred at 342 Bergen Street in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a contusion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The moped sustained damage to its center back end, while the bike showed no visible damage. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, and underscores the risks that persist on city streets.
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SUV Turns, E-Scooter Rider Ejected and Injured▸Jun 5 - An SUV turned right on Nevins Street. An e-scooter rider went straight. The crash threw him off. He hit the ground hard. His leg bruised. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
An SUV and an e-scooter collided at Nevins Street and Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter rider, a 38-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was making a right turn while the e-scooter traveled straight. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e-scooter, which took the impact at its center front end. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The e-scooter rider was conscious after the crash. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant.
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Passenger Distraction Triggers BQE Sedan Collision▸May 26 - Two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five people inside. One passenger suffered a neck injury. Police blamed passenger distraction. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The road stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five occupants were involved. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was the contributing factor. One passenger, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The other four occupants, including both drivers, were not seriously hurt. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when attention lapses behind the wheel. No mention of helmet or turn signal use appears in the data.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸May 26 - A driver struck Tiffany Cifuni after a fender-bender in Bedford-Stuyvesant. She was pregnant. The driver dragged her down a one-way street, crashed again, then fled. Cifuni’s family mourns. The street holds the mark of violence and loss.
NY Daily News reported on May 26, 2025, that Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a Chevy Trax rear-ended her on Van Buren St. in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her vehicle to confront the driver, who then ran her over and dragged her down the street. The driver fled, crashing into two more vehicles before abandoning the car. The article quotes Cifuni’s husband: “I lost my whole family tonight.” Surveillance footage captured the confrontation and the fatal impact. The incident highlights the lethal risk of driver aggression and the dangers of hit-and-run crashes. The driver’s decision to flee and drive the wrong way down a one-way street escalated the harm, underscoring systemic failures in street safety and enforcement.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-26
23
Driver Distraction Injures Cyclist on Smith Street▸May 23 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Smith Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and bruised his leg. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the car damaged.
A crash at 175 Smith Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 21-year-old woman, was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report does not specify injuries to the sedan's occupants. The cyclist was the only person reported injured. The data lists no other contributing factors.
22
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Gold and Nassau▸May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
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Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
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Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 17 - Mayor Adams ripped out Bedford Avenue’s protected bike lane. Cyclists now dodge cars, buses, and chaos. City ignored safer designs. Riders left exposed. Anger boils. The street grows more dangerous. The city shrugs. Blood waits on the asphalt.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 17, 2025, that Mayor Adams ordered the removal of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue after complaints from some residents. Cyclists called the move "unwise and unsafe." The article notes the city had previously identified this stretch as among the most dangerous. Officials responded to concerns by painting pedestrian islands and loading zones but did not install physical barriers or bus boarding islands. Cyclists described the decision as political, with one saying, "There’s a very important voting bloc that’s using their leverage over the mayor to remove the bike lane." The mayor’s refusal to sacrifice parking for safety left vulnerable road users exposed. The city’s Streets Master Plan, which mandates more protected lanes, remains unmet.
- Mayor Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-17
15
Chain-Reaction Crash Injures Cops, Passenger▸Jun 15 - A black Suburban sped north on Coney Island Avenue. It struck a Volvo, shoving it into a police car. Two officers broke bones. A passenger flew from the Suburban. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens wailed. The driver now faces charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-15), a 24-year-old man drove a Chevrolet Suburban while intoxicated on Coney Island Avenue. He crashed into a Volvo at Avenue U, triggering a chain-reaction that sent the Volvo into a marked NYPD car. The article states, "One police officer suffered a broken pelvis and arm, as well as head trauma, while another suffered a broken hip." A passenger in the Suburban was ejected and critically injured. The driver, Diyorjon Sobirjonov, was charged with DWI, reckless endangerment, and related offenses after refusing a blood-alcohol test. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of passengers and officers in multi-vehicle collisions.
-
Chain-Reaction Crash Injures Cops, Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-15
11
NYC DOT Targets Intersection Danger Zones▸Jun 11 - City crews will block cars from corners. Barriers, granite, planters—hard lines drawn. Sightlines open. Pedestrians and cyclists step forward, visible. Intersections, once blind, now clear. The city moves to cut the toll where most blood spills.
amNY reported on June 11, 2025, that the NYC Department of Transportation will redesign intersections to protect pedestrians and cyclists. The plan uses 'hardened daylighting'—physical barriers, granite blocks, and planters—to stop vehicles from parking near corners. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'Using barriers to clear space at the intersection will help ensure pedestrians, cyclists and turning vehicles can see each other and enhance safety.' Nearly half of city traffic deaths happen at intersections. The new design will first appear at high-crash sites in Brooklyn, including Ocean Avenue at Church Avenue and several others. The move highlights a systemic effort to address visibility failures and reduce deadly conflicts at crossings.
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NYC DOT Targets Intersection Danger Zones,
amny,
Published 2025-06-11
10
Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Bridge, Three Hurt▸Jun 10 - Two sedans struck on the Brooklyn Bridge. Three people injured. Bruises, whiplash, pain. Police cite passing too closely. Metal and bodies jarred. Night, city, sirens. System failed again.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Bridge. Three occupants were injured, suffering neck and arm bruises and whiplash. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' factors. Both vehicles were traveling west when the impact occurred. The report lists no errors by those injured. Driver error—passing too closely—was the main cause. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors.
7
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrians Crossing Court Street▸Jun 7 - A sedan hit two elderly pedestrians in Brooklyn. Both were crossing with the signal. The car turned left and failed to yield. One man suffered a bruised leg. One woman hurt her arm. The driver moved too fast. The street stayed dangerous.
Two pedestrians, aged 87 and 85, were struck by a sedan while crossing Court Street at Livingston Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield and hit them. The 87-year-old man suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg, while the 85-year-old woman sustained injuries to her arm and hand. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver, a 26-year-old man, was operating a 2011 Honda sedan registered in Pennsylvania. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrians was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the persistent danger for those on foot in New York City intersections.
6
DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street▸Jun 6 - Court Street bleeds from double parking and swerving cars. Cyclists and walkers dodge danger daily. DOT will cut a lane, add a protected bike path, and shrink space for reckless driving. Fewer lanes, fewer crashes. Safety, not speed, takes the street.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-06-06) reports the Department of Transportation will install a protected bike lane on Brooklyn’s Court Street, a corridor plagued by double parking and sideswipe crashes. DOT’s Chris Brunson said, “The narrower street width for vehicles will de-incentivize double parking on the corridor.” The redesign removes a travel lane, adds a protected bike lane, and aims to curb driver behavior that leads to crashes. Between 2022 and 2024, 165 crashes on this mile-long stretch caused one death and injured 15 cyclists and 23 pedestrians. Most pedestrian injuries happened while crossing with the light, showing drivers failed to yield. The plan targets excess road capacity and prioritizes vulnerable users on a Vision Zero Priority Corridor.
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DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-06
5
Cyclist Injured in Bergen Street Bike-Moped Crash▸Jun 5 - A cyclist and a moped collided on Bergen Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the upper arm. Police cited driver inattention. The street saw blood and confusion. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash involving a bike and a moped occurred at 342 Bergen Street in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a contusion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The moped sustained damage to its center back end, while the bike showed no visible damage. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, and underscores the risks that persist on city streets.
5
SUV Turns, E-Scooter Rider Ejected and Injured▸Jun 5 - An SUV turned right on Nevins Street. An e-scooter rider went straight. The crash threw him off. He hit the ground hard. His leg bruised. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
An SUV and an e-scooter collided at Nevins Street and Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter rider, a 38-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was making a right turn while the e-scooter traveled straight. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e-scooter, which took the impact at its center front end. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The e-scooter rider was conscious after the crash. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant.
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Passenger Distraction Triggers BQE Sedan Collision▸May 26 - Two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five people inside. One passenger suffered a neck injury. Police blamed passenger distraction. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The road stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five occupants were involved. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was the contributing factor. One passenger, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The other four occupants, including both drivers, were not seriously hurt. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when attention lapses behind the wheel. No mention of helmet or turn signal use appears in the data.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸May 26 - A driver struck Tiffany Cifuni after a fender-bender in Bedford-Stuyvesant. She was pregnant. The driver dragged her down a one-way street, crashed again, then fled. Cifuni’s family mourns. The street holds the mark of violence and loss.
NY Daily News reported on May 26, 2025, that Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a Chevy Trax rear-ended her on Van Buren St. in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her vehicle to confront the driver, who then ran her over and dragged her down the street. The driver fled, crashing into two more vehicles before abandoning the car. The article quotes Cifuni’s husband: “I lost my whole family tonight.” Surveillance footage captured the confrontation and the fatal impact. The incident highlights the lethal risk of driver aggression and the dangers of hit-and-run crashes. The driver’s decision to flee and drive the wrong way down a one-way street escalated the harm, underscoring systemic failures in street safety and enforcement.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-26
23
Driver Distraction Injures Cyclist on Smith Street▸May 23 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Smith Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and bruised his leg. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the car damaged.
A crash at 175 Smith Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 21-year-old woman, was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report does not specify injuries to the sedan's occupants. The cyclist was the only person reported injured. The data lists no other contributing factors.
22
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Gold and Nassau▸May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
21
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
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Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 15 - A black Suburban sped north on Coney Island Avenue. It struck a Volvo, shoving it into a police car. Two officers broke bones. A passenger flew from the Suburban. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens wailed. The driver now faces charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-15), a 24-year-old man drove a Chevrolet Suburban while intoxicated on Coney Island Avenue. He crashed into a Volvo at Avenue U, triggering a chain-reaction that sent the Volvo into a marked NYPD car. The article states, "One police officer suffered a broken pelvis and arm, as well as head trauma, while another suffered a broken hip." A passenger in the Suburban was ejected and critically injured. The driver, Diyorjon Sobirjonov, was charged with DWI, reckless endangerment, and related offenses after refusing a blood-alcohol test. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of passengers and officers in multi-vehicle collisions.
- Chain-Reaction Crash Injures Cops, Passenger, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-15
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NYC DOT Targets Intersection Danger Zones▸Jun 11 - City crews will block cars from corners. Barriers, granite, planters—hard lines drawn. Sightlines open. Pedestrians and cyclists step forward, visible. Intersections, once blind, now clear. The city moves to cut the toll where most blood spills.
amNY reported on June 11, 2025, that the NYC Department of Transportation will redesign intersections to protect pedestrians and cyclists. The plan uses 'hardened daylighting'—physical barriers, granite blocks, and planters—to stop vehicles from parking near corners. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'Using barriers to clear space at the intersection will help ensure pedestrians, cyclists and turning vehicles can see each other and enhance safety.' Nearly half of city traffic deaths happen at intersections. The new design will first appear at high-crash sites in Brooklyn, including Ocean Avenue at Church Avenue and several others. The move highlights a systemic effort to address visibility failures and reduce deadly conflicts at crossings.
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NYC DOT Targets Intersection Danger Zones,
amny,
Published 2025-06-11
10
Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Bridge, Three Hurt▸Jun 10 - Two sedans struck on the Brooklyn Bridge. Three people injured. Bruises, whiplash, pain. Police cite passing too closely. Metal and bodies jarred. Night, city, sirens. System failed again.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Bridge. Three occupants were injured, suffering neck and arm bruises and whiplash. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' factors. Both vehicles were traveling west when the impact occurred. The report lists no errors by those injured. Driver error—passing too closely—was the main cause. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors.
7
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrians Crossing Court Street▸Jun 7 - A sedan hit two elderly pedestrians in Brooklyn. Both were crossing with the signal. The car turned left and failed to yield. One man suffered a bruised leg. One woman hurt her arm. The driver moved too fast. The street stayed dangerous.
Two pedestrians, aged 87 and 85, were struck by a sedan while crossing Court Street at Livingston Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield and hit them. The 87-year-old man suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg, while the 85-year-old woman sustained injuries to her arm and hand. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver, a 26-year-old man, was operating a 2011 Honda sedan registered in Pennsylvania. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrians was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the persistent danger for those on foot in New York City intersections.
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DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street▸Jun 6 - Court Street bleeds from double parking and swerving cars. Cyclists and walkers dodge danger daily. DOT will cut a lane, add a protected bike path, and shrink space for reckless driving. Fewer lanes, fewer crashes. Safety, not speed, takes the street.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-06-06) reports the Department of Transportation will install a protected bike lane on Brooklyn’s Court Street, a corridor plagued by double parking and sideswipe crashes. DOT’s Chris Brunson said, “The narrower street width for vehicles will de-incentivize double parking on the corridor.” The redesign removes a travel lane, adds a protected bike lane, and aims to curb driver behavior that leads to crashes. Between 2022 and 2024, 165 crashes on this mile-long stretch caused one death and injured 15 cyclists and 23 pedestrians. Most pedestrian injuries happened while crossing with the light, showing drivers failed to yield. The plan targets excess road capacity and prioritizes vulnerable users on a Vision Zero Priority Corridor.
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DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-06
5
Cyclist Injured in Bergen Street Bike-Moped Crash▸Jun 5 - A cyclist and a moped collided on Bergen Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the upper arm. Police cited driver inattention. The street saw blood and confusion. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash involving a bike and a moped occurred at 342 Bergen Street in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a contusion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The moped sustained damage to its center back end, while the bike showed no visible damage. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, and underscores the risks that persist on city streets.
5
SUV Turns, E-Scooter Rider Ejected and Injured▸Jun 5 - An SUV turned right on Nevins Street. An e-scooter rider went straight. The crash threw him off. He hit the ground hard. His leg bruised. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
An SUV and an e-scooter collided at Nevins Street and Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter rider, a 38-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was making a right turn while the e-scooter traveled straight. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e-scooter, which took the impact at its center front end. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The e-scooter rider was conscious after the crash. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant.
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Passenger Distraction Triggers BQE Sedan Collision▸May 26 - Two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five people inside. One passenger suffered a neck injury. Police blamed passenger distraction. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The road stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five occupants were involved. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was the contributing factor. One passenger, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The other four occupants, including both drivers, were not seriously hurt. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when attention lapses behind the wheel. No mention of helmet or turn signal use appears in the data.
26
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸May 26 - A driver struck Tiffany Cifuni after a fender-bender in Bedford-Stuyvesant. She was pregnant. The driver dragged her down a one-way street, crashed again, then fled. Cifuni’s family mourns. The street holds the mark of violence and loss.
NY Daily News reported on May 26, 2025, that Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a Chevy Trax rear-ended her on Van Buren St. in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her vehicle to confront the driver, who then ran her over and dragged her down the street. The driver fled, crashing into two more vehicles before abandoning the car. The article quotes Cifuni’s husband: “I lost my whole family tonight.” Surveillance footage captured the confrontation and the fatal impact. The incident highlights the lethal risk of driver aggression and the dangers of hit-and-run crashes. The driver’s decision to flee and drive the wrong way down a one-way street escalated the harm, underscoring systemic failures in street safety and enforcement.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-26
23
Driver Distraction Injures Cyclist on Smith Street▸May 23 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Smith Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and bruised his leg. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the car damaged.
A crash at 175 Smith Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 21-year-old woman, was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report does not specify injuries to the sedan's occupants. The cyclist was the only person reported injured. The data lists no other contributing factors.
22
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Gold and Nassau▸May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
21
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
16
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
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Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 11 - City crews will block cars from corners. Barriers, granite, planters—hard lines drawn. Sightlines open. Pedestrians and cyclists step forward, visible. Intersections, once blind, now clear. The city moves to cut the toll where most blood spills.
amNY reported on June 11, 2025, that the NYC Department of Transportation will redesign intersections to protect pedestrians and cyclists. The plan uses 'hardened daylighting'—physical barriers, granite blocks, and planters—to stop vehicles from parking near corners. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'Using barriers to clear space at the intersection will help ensure pedestrians, cyclists and turning vehicles can see each other and enhance safety.' Nearly half of city traffic deaths happen at intersections. The new design will first appear at high-crash sites in Brooklyn, including Ocean Avenue at Church Avenue and several others. The move highlights a systemic effort to address visibility failures and reduce deadly conflicts at crossings.
- NYC DOT Targets Intersection Danger Zones, amny, Published 2025-06-11
10
Sedans Collide on Brooklyn Bridge, Three Hurt▸Jun 10 - Two sedans struck on the Brooklyn Bridge. Three people injured. Bruises, whiplash, pain. Police cite passing too closely. Metal and bodies jarred. Night, city, sirens. System failed again.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Bridge. Three occupants were injured, suffering neck and arm bruises and whiplash. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' factors. Both vehicles were traveling west when the impact occurred. The report lists no errors by those injured. Driver error—passing too closely—was the main cause. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors.
7
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrians Crossing Court Street▸Jun 7 - A sedan hit two elderly pedestrians in Brooklyn. Both were crossing with the signal. The car turned left and failed to yield. One man suffered a bruised leg. One woman hurt her arm. The driver moved too fast. The street stayed dangerous.
Two pedestrians, aged 87 and 85, were struck by a sedan while crossing Court Street at Livingston Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield and hit them. The 87-year-old man suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg, while the 85-year-old woman sustained injuries to her arm and hand. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver, a 26-year-old man, was operating a 2011 Honda sedan registered in Pennsylvania. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrians was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the persistent danger for those on foot in New York City intersections.
6
DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street▸Jun 6 - Court Street bleeds from double parking and swerving cars. Cyclists and walkers dodge danger daily. DOT will cut a lane, add a protected bike path, and shrink space for reckless driving. Fewer lanes, fewer crashes. Safety, not speed, takes the street.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-06-06) reports the Department of Transportation will install a protected bike lane on Brooklyn’s Court Street, a corridor plagued by double parking and sideswipe crashes. DOT’s Chris Brunson said, “The narrower street width for vehicles will de-incentivize double parking on the corridor.” The redesign removes a travel lane, adds a protected bike lane, and aims to curb driver behavior that leads to crashes. Between 2022 and 2024, 165 crashes on this mile-long stretch caused one death and injured 15 cyclists and 23 pedestrians. Most pedestrian injuries happened while crossing with the light, showing drivers failed to yield. The plan targets excess road capacity and prioritizes vulnerable users on a Vision Zero Priority Corridor.
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DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-06
5
Cyclist Injured in Bergen Street Bike-Moped Crash▸Jun 5 - A cyclist and a moped collided on Bergen Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the upper arm. Police cited driver inattention. The street saw blood and confusion. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash involving a bike and a moped occurred at 342 Bergen Street in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a contusion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The moped sustained damage to its center back end, while the bike showed no visible damage. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, and underscores the risks that persist on city streets.
5
SUV Turns, E-Scooter Rider Ejected and Injured▸Jun 5 - An SUV turned right on Nevins Street. An e-scooter rider went straight. The crash threw him off. He hit the ground hard. His leg bruised. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
An SUV and an e-scooter collided at Nevins Street and Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter rider, a 38-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was making a right turn while the e-scooter traveled straight. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e-scooter, which took the impact at its center front end. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The e-scooter rider was conscious after the crash. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant.
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Passenger Distraction Triggers BQE Sedan Collision▸May 26 - Two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five people inside. One passenger suffered a neck injury. Police blamed passenger distraction. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The road stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five occupants were involved. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was the contributing factor. One passenger, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The other four occupants, including both drivers, were not seriously hurt. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when attention lapses behind the wheel. No mention of helmet or turn signal use appears in the data.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸May 26 - A driver struck Tiffany Cifuni after a fender-bender in Bedford-Stuyvesant. She was pregnant. The driver dragged her down a one-way street, crashed again, then fled. Cifuni’s family mourns. The street holds the mark of violence and loss.
NY Daily News reported on May 26, 2025, that Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a Chevy Trax rear-ended her on Van Buren St. in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her vehicle to confront the driver, who then ran her over and dragged her down the street. The driver fled, crashing into two more vehicles before abandoning the car. The article quotes Cifuni’s husband: “I lost my whole family tonight.” Surveillance footage captured the confrontation and the fatal impact. The incident highlights the lethal risk of driver aggression and the dangers of hit-and-run crashes. The driver’s decision to flee and drive the wrong way down a one-way street escalated the harm, underscoring systemic failures in street safety and enforcement.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-26
23
Driver Distraction Injures Cyclist on Smith Street▸May 23 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Smith Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and bruised his leg. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the car damaged.
A crash at 175 Smith Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 21-year-old woman, was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report does not specify injuries to the sedan's occupants. The cyclist was the only person reported injured. The data lists no other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Gold and Nassau▸May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
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Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
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Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 10 - Two sedans struck on the Brooklyn Bridge. Three people injured. Bruises, whiplash, pain. Police cite passing too closely. Metal and bodies jarred. Night, city, sirens. System failed again.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Bridge. Three occupants were injured, suffering neck and arm bruises and whiplash. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' factors. Both vehicles were traveling west when the impact occurred. The report lists no errors by those injured. Driver error—passing too closely—was the main cause. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrians Crossing Court Street▸Jun 7 - A sedan hit two elderly pedestrians in Brooklyn. Both were crossing with the signal. The car turned left and failed to yield. One man suffered a bruised leg. One woman hurt her arm. The driver moved too fast. The street stayed dangerous.
Two pedestrians, aged 87 and 85, were struck by a sedan while crossing Court Street at Livingston Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield and hit them. The 87-year-old man suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg, while the 85-year-old woman sustained injuries to her arm and hand. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver, a 26-year-old man, was operating a 2011 Honda sedan registered in Pennsylvania. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrians was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the persistent danger for those on foot in New York City intersections.
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DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street▸Jun 6 - Court Street bleeds from double parking and swerving cars. Cyclists and walkers dodge danger daily. DOT will cut a lane, add a protected bike path, and shrink space for reckless driving. Fewer lanes, fewer crashes. Safety, not speed, takes the street.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-06-06) reports the Department of Transportation will install a protected bike lane on Brooklyn’s Court Street, a corridor plagued by double parking and sideswipe crashes. DOT’s Chris Brunson said, “The narrower street width for vehicles will de-incentivize double parking on the corridor.” The redesign removes a travel lane, adds a protected bike lane, and aims to curb driver behavior that leads to crashes. Between 2022 and 2024, 165 crashes on this mile-long stretch caused one death and injured 15 cyclists and 23 pedestrians. Most pedestrian injuries happened while crossing with the light, showing drivers failed to yield. The plan targets excess road capacity and prioritizes vulnerable users on a Vision Zero Priority Corridor.
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DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-06
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Cyclist Injured in Bergen Street Bike-Moped Crash▸Jun 5 - A cyclist and a moped collided on Bergen Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the upper arm. Police cited driver inattention. The street saw blood and confusion. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash involving a bike and a moped occurred at 342 Bergen Street in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a contusion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The moped sustained damage to its center back end, while the bike showed no visible damage. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, and underscores the risks that persist on city streets.
5
SUV Turns, E-Scooter Rider Ejected and Injured▸Jun 5 - An SUV turned right on Nevins Street. An e-scooter rider went straight. The crash threw him off. He hit the ground hard. His leg bruised. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
An SUV and an e-scooter collided at Nevins Street and Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter rider, a 38-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was making a right turn while the e-scooter traveled straight. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e-scooter, which took the impact at its center front end. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The e-scooter rider was conscious after the crash. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant.
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Passenger Distraction Triggers BQE Sedan Collision▸May 26 - Two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five people inside. One passenger suffered a neck injury. Police blamed passenger distraction. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The road stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five occupants were involved. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was the contributing factor. One passenger, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The other four occupants, including both drivers, were not seriously hurt. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when attention lapses behind the wheel. No mention of helmet or turn signal use appears in the data.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸May 26 - A driver struck Tiffany Cifuni after a fender-bender in Bedford-Stuyvesant. She was pregnant. The driver dragged her down a one-way street, crashed again, then fled. Cifuni’s family mourns. The street holds the mark of violence and loss.
NY Daily News reported on May 26, 2025, that Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a Chevy Trax rear-ended her on Van Buren St. in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her vehicle to confront the driver, who then ran her over and dragged her down the street. The driver fled, crashing into two more vehicles before abandoning the car. The article quotes Cifuni’s husband: “I lost my whole family tonight.” Surveillance footage captured the confrontation and the fatal impact. The incident highlights the lethal risk of driver aggression and the dangers of hit-and-run crashes. The driver’s decision to flee and drive the wrong way down a one-way street escalated the harm, underscoring systemic failures in street safety and enforcement.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-26
23
Driver Distraction Injures Cyclist on Smith Street▸May 23 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Smith Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and bruised his leg. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the car damaged.
A crash at 175 Smith Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 21-year-old woman, was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report does not specify injuries to the sedan's occupants. The cyclist was the only person reported injured. The data lists no other contributing factors.
22
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Gold and Nassau▸May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
21
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
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Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 7 - A sedan hit two elderly pedestrians in Brooklyn. Both were crossing with the signal. The car turned left and failed to yield. One man suffered a bruised leg. One woman hurt her arm. The driver moved too fast. The street stayed dangerous.
Two pedestrians, aged 87 and 85, were struck by a sedan while crossing Court Street at Livingston Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield and hit them. The 87-year-old man suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg, while the 85-year-old woman sustained injuries to her arm and hand. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver, a 26-year-old man, was operating a 2011 Honda sedan registered in Pennsylvania. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrians was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the persistent danger for those on foot in New York City intersections.
6
DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street▸Jun 6 - Court Street bleeds from double parking and swerving cars. Cyclists and walkers dodge danger daily. DOT will cut a lane, add a protected bike path, and shrink space for reckless driving. Fewer lanes, fewer crashes. Safety, not speed, takes the street.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-06-06) reports the Department of Transportation will install a protected bike lane on Brooklyn’s Court Street, a corridor plagued by double parking and sideswipe crashes. DOT’s Chris Brunson said, “The narrower street width for vehicles will de-incentivize double parking on the corridor.” The redesign removes a travel lane, adds a protected bike lane, and aims to curb driver behavior that leads to crashes. Between 2022 and 2024, 165 crashes on this mile-long stretch caused one death and injured 15 cyclists and 23 pedestrians. Most pedestrian injuries happened while crossing with the light, showing drivers failed to yield. The plan targets excess road capacity and prioritizes vulnerable users on a Vision Zero Priority Corridor.
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DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-06
5
Cyclist Injured in Bergen Street Bike-Moped Crash▸Jun 5 - A cyclist and a moped collided on Bergen Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the upper arm. Police cited driver inattention. The street saw blood and confusion. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash involving a bike and a moped occurred at 342 Bergen Street in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a contusion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The moped sustained damage to its center back end, while the bike showed no visible damage. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, and underscores the risks that persist on city streets.
5
SUV Turns, E-Scooter Rider Ejected and Injured▸Jun 5 - An SUV turned right on Nevins Street. An e-scooter rider went straight. The crash threw him off. He hit the ground hard. His leg bruised. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
An SUV and an e-scooter collided at Nevins Street and Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter rider, a 38-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was making a right turn while the e-scooter traveled straight. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e-scooter, which took the impact at its center front end. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The e-scooter rider was conscious after the crash. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant.
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Passenger Distraction Triggers BQE Sedan Collision▸May 26 - Two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five people inside. One passenger suffered a neck injury. Police blamed passenger distraction. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The road stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five occupants were involved. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was the contributing factor. One passenger, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The other four occupants, including both drivers, were not seriously hurt. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when attention lapses behind the wheel. No mention of helmet or turn signal use appears in the data.
26
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸May 26 - A driver struck Tiffany Cifuni after a fender-bender in Bedford-Stuyvesant. She was pregnant. The driver dragged her down a one-way street, crashed again, then fled. Cifuni’s family mourns. The street holds the mark of violence and loss.
NY Daily News reported on May 26, 2025, that Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a Chevy Trax rear-ended her on Van Buren St. in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her vehicle to confront the driver, who then ran her over and dragged her down the street. The driver fled, crashing into two more vehicles before abandoning the car. The article quotes Cifuni’s husband: “I lost my whole family tonight.” Surveillance footage captured the confrontation and the fatal impact. The incident highlights the lethal risk of driver aggression and the dangers of hit-and-run crashes. The driver’s decision to flee and drive the wrong way down a one-way street escalated the harm, underscoring systemic failures in street safety and enforcement.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-26
23
Driver Distraction Injures Cyclist on Smith Street▸May 23 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Smith Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and bruised his leg. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the car damaged.
A crash at 175 Smith Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 21-year-old woman, was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report does not specify injuries to the sedan's occupants. The cyclist was the only person reported injured. The data lists no other contributing factors.
22
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Gold and Nassau▸May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
21
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
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Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 6 - Court Street bleeds from double parking and swerving cars. Cyclists and walkers dodge danger daily. DOT will cut a lane, add a protected bike path, and shrink space for reckless driving. Fewer lanes, fewer crashes. Safety, not speed, takes the street.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-06-06) reports the Department of Transportation will install a protected bike lane on Brooklyn’s Court Street, a corridor plagued by double parking and sideswipe crashes. DOT’s Chris Brunson said, “The narrower street width for vehicles will de-incentivize double parking on the corridor.” The redesign removes a travel lane, adds a protected bike lane, and aims to curb driver behavior that leads to crashes. Between 2022 and 2024, 165 crashes on this mile-long stretch caused one death and injured 15 cyclists and 23 pedestrians. Most pedestrian injuries happened while crossing with the light, showing drivers failed to yield. The plan targets excess road capacity and prioritizes vulnerable users on a Vision Zero Priority Corridor.
- DOT Plans Protected Bike Lane Court Street, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-06
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Cyclist Injured in Bergen Street Bike-Moped Crash▸Jun 5 - A cyclist and a moped collided on Bergen Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the upper arm. Police cited driver inattention. The street saw blood and confusion. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash involving a bike and a moped occurred at 342 Bergen Street in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a contusion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The moped sustained damage to its center back end, while the bike showed no visible damage. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, and underscores the risks that persist on city streets.
5
SUV Turns, E-Scooter Rider Ejected and Injured▸Jun 5 - An SUV turned right on Nevins Street. An e-scooter rider went straight. The crash threw him off. He hit the ground hard. His leg bruised. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
An SUV and an e-scooter collided at Nevins Street and Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter rider, a 38-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was making a right turn while the e-scooter traveled straight. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e-scooter, which took the impact at its center front end. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The e-scooter rider was conscious after the crash. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant.
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Passenger Distraction Triggers BQE Sedan Collision▸May 26 - Two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five people inside. One passenger suffered a neck injury. Police blamed passenger distraction. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The road stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five occupants were involved. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was the contributing factor. One passenger, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The other four occupants, including both drivers, were not seriously hurt. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when attention lapses behind the wheel. No mention of helmet or turn signal use appears in the data.
26
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸May 26 - A driver struck Tiffany Cifuni after a fender-bender in Bedford-Stuyvesant. She was pregnant. The driver dragged her down a one-way street, crashed again, then fled. Cifuni’s family mourns. The street holds the mark of violence and loss.
NY Daily News reported on May 26, 2025, that Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a Chevy Trax rear-ended her on Van Buren St. in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her vehicle to confront the driver, who then ran her over and dragged her down the street. The driver fled, crashing into two more vehicles before abandoning the car. The article quotes Cifuni’s husband: “I lost my whole family tonight.” Surveillance footage captured the confrontation and the fatal impact. The incident highlights the lethal risk of driver aggression and the dangers of hit-and-run crashes. The driver’s decision to flee and drive the wrong way down a one-way street escalated the harm, underscoring systemic failures in street safety and enforcement.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-26
23
Driver Distraction Injures Cyclist on Smith Street▸May 23 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Smith Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and bruised his leg. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the car damaged.
A crash at 175 Smith Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 21-year-old woman, was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report does not specify injuries to the sedan's occupants. The cyclist was the only person reported injured. The data lists no other contributing factors.
22
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Gold and Nassau▸May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
21
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
16
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
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Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 5 - A cyclist and a moped collided on Bergen Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the upper arm. Police cited driver inattention. The street saw blood and confusion. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash involving a bike and a moped occurred at 342 Bergen Street in Brooklyn. One cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a contusion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The moped sustained damage to its center back end, while the bike showed no visible damage. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, and underscores the risks that persist on city streets.
5
SUV Turns, E-Scooter Rider Ejected and Injured▸Jun 5 - An SUV turned right on Nevins Street. An e-scooter rider went straight. The crash threw him off. He hit the ground hard. His leg bruised. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
An SUV and an e-scooter collided at Nevins Street and Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter rider, a 38-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was making a right turn while the e-scooter traveled straight. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e-scooter, which took the impact at its center front end. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The e-scooter rider was conscious after the crash. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant.
26
Passenger Distraction Triggers BQE Sedan Collision▸May 26 - Two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five people inside. One passenger suffered a neck injury. Police blamed passenger distraction. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The road stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five occupants were involved. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was the contributing factor. One passenger, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The other four occupants, including both drivers, were not seriously hurt. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when attention lapses behind the wheel. No mention of helmet or turn signal use appears in the data.
26
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸May 26 - A driver struck Tiffany Cifuni after a fender-bender in Bedford-Stuyvesant. She was pregnant. The driver dragged her down a one-way street, crashed again, then fled. Cifuni’s family mourns. The street holds the mark of violence and loss.
NY Daily News reported on May 26, 2025, that Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a Chevy Trax rear-ended her on Van Buren St. in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her vehicle to confront the driver, who then ran her over and dragged her down the street. The driver fled, crashing into two more vehicles before abandoning the car. The article quotes Cifuni’s husband: “I lost my whole family tonight.” Surveillance footage captured the confrontation and the fatal impact. The incident highlights the lethal risk of driver aggression and the dangers of hit-and-run crashes. The driver’s decision to flee and drive the wrong way down a one-way street escalated the harm, underscoring systemic failures in street safety and enforcement.
-
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-26
23
Driver Distraction Injures Cyclist on Smith Street▸May 23 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Smith Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and bruised his leg. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the car damaged.
A crash at 175 Smith Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 21-year-old woman, was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report does not specify injuries to the sedan's occupants. The cyclist was the only person reported injured. The data lists no other contributing factors.
22
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Gold and Nassau▸May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
21
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
16
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
-
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 5 - An SUV turned right on Nevins Street. An e-scooter rider went straight. The crash threw him off. He hit the ground hard. His leg bruised. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
An SUV and an e-scooter collided at Nevins Street and Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter rider, a 38-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV was making a right turn while the e-scooter traveled straight. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e-scooter, which took the impact at its center front end. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The e-scooter rider was conscious after the crash. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant.
26
Passenger Distraction Triggers BQE Sedan Collision▸May 26 - Two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five people inside. One passenger suffered a neck injury. Police blamed passenger distraction. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The road stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five occupants were involved. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was the contributing factor. One passenger, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The other four occupants, including both drivers, were not seriously hurt. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when attention lapses behind the wheel. No mention of helmet or turn signal use appears in the data.
26
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸May 26 - A driver struck Tiffany Cifuni after a fender-bender in Bedford-Stuyvesant. She was pregnant. The driver dragged her down a one-way street, crashed again, then fled. Cifuni’s family mourns. The street holds the mark of violence and loss.
NY Daily News reported on May 26, 2025, that Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a Chevy Trax rear-ended her on Van Buren St. in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her vehicle to confront the driver, who then ran her over and dragged her down the street. The driver fled, crashing into two more vehicles before abandoning the car. The article quotes Cifuni’s husband: “I lost my whole family tonight.” Surveillance footage captured the confrontation and the fatal impact. The incident highlights the lethal risk of driver aggression and the dangers of hit-and-run crashes. The driver’s decision to flee and drive the wrong way down a one-way street escalated the harm, underscoring systemic failures in street safety and enforcement.
-
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-26
23
Driver Distraction Injures Cyclist on Smith Street▸May 23 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Smith Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and bruised his leg. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the car damaged.
A crash at 175 Smith Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 21-year-old woman, was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report does not specify injuries to the sedan's occupants. The cyclist was the only person reported injured. The data lists no other contributing factors.
22
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Gold and Nassau▸May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
21
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
16
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
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Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
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Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
May 26 - Two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five people inside. One passenger suffered a neck injury. Police blamed passenger distraction. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The road stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Five occupants were involved. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was the contributing factor. One passenger, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The other four occupants, including both drivers, were not seriously hurt. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when attention lapses behind the wheel. No mention of helmet or turn signal use appears in the data.
26
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸May 26 - A driver struck Tiffany Cifuni after a fender-bender in Bedford-Stuyvesant. She was pregnant. The driver dragged her down a one-way street, crashed again, then fled. Cifuni’s family mourns. The street holds the mark of violence and loss.
NY Daily News reported on May 26, 2025, that Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a Chevy Trax rear-ended her on Van Buren St. in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her vehicle to confront the driver, who then ran her over and dragged her down the street. The driver fled, crashing into two more vehicles before abandoning the car. The article quotes Cifuni’s husband: “I lost my whole family tonight.” Surveillance footage captured the confrontation and the fatal impact. The incident highlights the lethal risk of driver aggression and the dangers of hit-and-run crashes. The driver’s decision to flee and drive the wrong way down a one-way street escalated the harm, underscoring systemic failures in street safety and enforcement.
-
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-26
23
Driver Distraction Injures Cyclist on Smith Street▸May 23 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Smith Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and bruised his leg. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the car damaged.
A crash at 175 Smith Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 21-year-old woman, was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report does not specify injuries to the sedan's occupants. The cyclist was the only person reported injured. The data lists no other contributing factors.
22
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Gold and Nassau▸May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
21
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
16
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
-
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
-
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
-
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
May 26 - A driver struck Tiffany Cifuni after a fender-bender in Bedford-Stuyvesant. She was pregnant. The driver dragged her down a one-way street, crashed again, then fled. Cifuni’s family mourns. The street holds the mark of violence and loss.
NY Daily News reported on May 26, 2025, that Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a Chevy Trax rear-ended her on Van Buren St. in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her vehicle to confront the driver, who then ran her over and dragged her down the street. The driver fled, crashing into two more vehicles before abandoning the car. The article quotes Cifuni’s husband: “I lost my whole family tonight.” Surveillance footage captured the confrontation and the fatal impact. The incident highlights the lethal risk of driver aggression and the dangers of hit-and-run crashes. The driver’s decision to flee and drive the wrong way down a one-way street escalated the harm, underscoring systemic failures in street safety and enforcement.
- Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-26
23
Driver Distraction Injures Cyclist on Smith Street▸May 23 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Smith Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and bruised his leg. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the car damaged.
A crash at 175 Smith Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 21-year-old woman, was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report does not specify injuries to the sedan's occupants. The cyclist was the only person reported injured. The data lists no other contributing factors.
22
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Gold and Nassau▸May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
21
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
16
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
-
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
-
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
-
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
May 23 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Smith Street. The driver was distracted. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and bruised his leg. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the car damaged.
A crash at 175 Smith Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 21-year-old woman, was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report does not specify injuries to the sedan's occupants. The cyclist was the only person reported injured. The data lists no other contributing factors.
22
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Gold and Nassau▸May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
21
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
16
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
-
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
-
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
May 22 - A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Gold Street at Nassau. The car’s front end struck his lower leg. He was conscious, bruised, and hurt. The driver failed to yield and ignored the signal. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 15-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him at the intersection of Gold Street and Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling north, hit him with its center front end. The impact caused a contusion to his knee and lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The data shows the driver did not yield and ignored traffic controls. No helmet or signal use by the pedestrian is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in city intersections.
21
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Adams▸May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
16
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
-
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
-
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
-
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
May 21 - Two sedans collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A distracted driver struck a stopped car. A 62-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal crumpled. The street bore the mark of inattention.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Adams Street near Prospect Street in Brooklyn. One sedan was stopped in traffic when another, traveling south, struck it from behind. Six people were involved. A 62-year-old front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the right rear bumper of the stopped sedan and the right front bumper of the striking car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
16
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk▸May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
-
Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
-
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
-
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.
Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."
- Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-16
15
Bus Strikes Box Truck on Tillary Street▸May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
-
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
-
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
May 15 - A bus hit a box truck on Tillary Street. One driver suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and glass scattered. Shock followed. System failed to protect.
A bus and a box truck collided on Tillary Street at Cadman Plaza East in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and shoulder and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling east. The bus was changing lanes when it struck the right side of the box truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The system allowed heavy vehicles to clash, leaving injury and disruption in their wake.
15
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk▸May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
-
Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
-
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.
- Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-15
14
SUV Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian on Court Street▸May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
6
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
-
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
May 14 - SUV struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. Three passengers hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Pain, abrasion, and injury marked the scene.
An SUV making a left turn on Court Street at Wyckoff Street in Brooklyn struck a 23-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered an arm abrasion. Two passengers, ages 57 and 97, reported pain and neck or back injuries. The driver and another occupant were also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left multiple people hurt, with the pedestrian injured while lawfully crossing.
11
Cyclist Injured in Adams Street Collision▸May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
May 11 - A cyclist struck at Adams Street. Knee and leg hurt. Shock followed. Helmet worn. Police cite confusion as cause. Brooklyn street stays dangerous.
A 25-year-old woman riding a bike was injured at 117 Adams Street in Brooklyn. She suffered pain and injury to her knee and lower leg, and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the persistent risks faced by cyclists on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Cars on Court Street▸May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
May 6 - A sedan hit a 23-year-old man crossing from behind parked cars on Court Street. The impact left him with arm injuries. Police list all factors as unspecified. Systemic danger remains.
A sedan traveling south on Court Street struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from behind parked vehicles. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data. The crash also involved two vehicle occupants, both uninjured. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians navigating streets lined with parked cars.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
May 6 - A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
- Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-06