Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 84?
Four Dead, Hundreds Hurt—Who Will Stop the Bloodshed on Brooklyn’s Streets?
Precinct 84: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
The Toll in Blood and Bone
Four dead. Twenty-two left with life-changing wounds. In the last three and a half years, this is the price paid in Precinct 84. The dead do not speak. The injured carry the story in scars and limps. These numbers are not just statistics—they are mothers, sons, neighbors.
Cars and SUVs did most of the harm. They struck, they crushed, they killed. Bikes and trucks left their mark too, but the weight of the carnage falls on the biggest machines.
Recent Crashes: No End in Sight
The violence does not stop. On April 7, a 26-year-old cyclist was cut open and left bleeding after a crash with an SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The wound was deep. The pain will last. In November, a 74-year-old man died when a bus turned and crushed him as he rode his e-bike through the intersection at Tillary and Jay. He was ejected. He did not survive.
On State Street, a woman in the back seat of an SUV was killed. The crash report lists her as “Apparent Death.” The cause: unsafe speed, aggressive driving. No one walks away from that.
Leadership: Promises and Silence
The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits. They can crack down on reckless driving. They can target the corners where people keep getting hurt. But the violence keeps coming. The numbers do not lie: 1,207 injured, 22 seriously, since 2022 (NYC Open Data).
Local leaders talk about Vision Zero. They talk about safer streets. But the bodies keep piling up. The city has started to lower speed limits and redesign streets, but the pace is slow. The police can do more. They must do more.
The Call
Every crash is preventable. Every death is a failure. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand speed enforcement. Demand action at every hotspot. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Precinct 84 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Precinct 84?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 84?
▸ What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
▸ Are crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804626 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash, amny, Published 2025-07-12
- Two Pedestrians Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run, amny, Published 2025-07-12
Other Representatives
District 52
341 Smith St., Brooklyn, NY 11231
Room 826, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 33
410 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
718-875-5200
250 Broadway, Suite 1748, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7214
District 26
497 Carroll St. Suite 31, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Room 917, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ 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
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
SUV and Sedan Collide on Adams Street▸Two vehicles collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn during right turns. A 41-year-old female SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing damage to both vehicles’ side doors and serious occupant injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:35 AM on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old female driver of a 2020 SUV was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, were making right turns when the collision happened. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the SUV and the right side doors of the sedan. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in lane management during the maneuver. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash caused significant damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the sedan.
Bicyclist Ejected, Injured on Court Street▸A 21-year-old man riding south on Court Street was thrown from his bike. He hit the ground. His arm and hand scraped raw. No driver errors listed. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old male bicyclist riding southbound on Court Street in Brooklyn was ejected from his bike and suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists his injury as moderate. No other vehicles were damaged. The police report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' No helmet use or crossing signal issues are mentioned. The absence of clear fault in the report highlights the dangers faced by cyclists on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 55-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection when the impact occurred. The driver caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 14:10 on Nevins Street near Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when a 2021 Honda SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured, with no contributing factors attributed to her actions. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield at intersections.
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
2Moped Overturns on Slippery Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸A moped carrying two young adults overturned on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Both driver and passenger were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, causing serious lower limb and neck injuries.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male driver and a 23-year-old female passenger on a 2023 QIANX moped were traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:40 a.m. The vehicle overturned due to slippery pavement conditions. Both occupants were ejected from the moped. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot, while the passenger suffered neck injuries with similar severity. Both were conscious after the crash and wore helmets. The report identifies 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, emphasizing the role of road conditions in the loss of vehicle control. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash highlights the dangers posed by environmental factors on vulnerable road users operating mopeds.
Speeding E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing Flatbush▸A 43-year-old woman crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by a speeding e-bike. She suffered severe lacerations but remained conscious. The unlicensed rider fled. The e-bike showed no damage. The street held its silence.
A woman, age 43, was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue near Nevins Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states she was 'crossing with the light' when a speeding e-bike struck her, causing 'severe lacerations' to her entire body. She remained conscious after the impact. The e-bike operator, described as unlicensed, did not stop at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no visible damage. The victim’s action—crossing with the signal—is noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the rider’s speed, improper lane usage, and lack of a valid license. The crash underscores the dangers posed by reckless operation and systemic failures to control unlicensed riders.
Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck▸Metal groaned on Nostrand Avenue. Two cars trapped, one stacked atop the other. A bus driver, a woman, a girl—hurt but alive. Emergency crews worked fast. The street bore the scars. The cause stayed hidden in the wreckage.
NY Daily News reported on December 18, 2024, that a multi-vehicle crash at Nostrand Ave. and Park Ave. in Brooklyn left three people injured. The article states, 'Three people were injured, including an MTA bus driver and a young girl, in a collision that pinned two cars between a box truck and a city bus.' Footage showed two vehicles sandwiched between the bus and truck, with one car stacked atop another. The injured included a 59-year-old MTA driver, a 33-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old girl. All were hospitalized in stable condition. The cause of the crash was not determined at the time of reporting. The incident highlights the risks at busy intersections and the dangers posed by large vehicles in dense urban traffic.
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Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-18
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Avenue▸A female driver suffered neck injuries and shock after her SUV rear-ended a sedan stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue. The collision caused bruising and left the driver shaken. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old female driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, was injured with a neck contusion and experienced shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV, traveling east, struck the center back end of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. Both vehicles sustained damage at the center back end. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing proper safety equipment. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating and failure to maintain safe distance in traffic, as documented by the police.
SUV Strikes 10-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 10-year-old girl suffered knee and leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on MetroTech Roadway in Brooklyn at 11:35 AM. A Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 10-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and distraction as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was alone in the vehicle, which was damaged but details are limited to 'other.' This crash highlights the deadly consequences of driver errors in yielding and attention.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Adams Street Injures Driver▸A chain-reaction collision on Adams Street in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old male driver with a concussion and head injury. The crash involved multiple vehicles stopped in traffic. Following too closely caused the impact, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:30 on Adams Street in Brooklyn. Multiple vehicles traveling south were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor leading to the crash. A 48-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and conscious after the incident, suffered a head injury and concussion. The vehicles involved included a 2024 BMW sedan, a 2012 Nissan sedan, and a 2022 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was primarily at the center back end and rear bumpers, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The driver errors cited focus on the failure to maintain safe distance, which triggered the chain-reaction crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police report.
4Two Sedans Collide on Adams Street, Passenger Injured▸Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
- Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-01-26
SUV and Sedan Collide on Adams Street▸Two vehicles collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn during right turns. A 41-year-old female SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing damage to both vehicles’ side doors and serious occupant injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:35 AM on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old female driver of a 2020 SUV was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, were making right turns when the collision happened. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the SUV and the right side doors of the sedan. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in lane management during the maneuver. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash caused significant damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the sedan.
Bicyclist Ejected, Injured on Court Street▸A 21-year-old man riding south on Court Street was thrown from his bike. He hit the ground. His arm and hand scraped raw. No driver errors listed. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old male bicyclist riding southbound on Court Street in Brooklyn was ejected from his bike and suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists his injury as moderate. No other vehicles were damaged. The police report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' No helmet use or crossing signal issues are mentioned. The absence of clear fault in the report highlights the dangers faced by cyclists on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 55-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection when the impact occurred. The driver caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 14:10 on Nevins Street near Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when a 2021 Honda SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured, with no contributing factors attributed to her actions. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield at intersections.
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
2Moped Overturns on Slippery Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸A moped carrying two young adults overturned on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Both driver and passenger were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, causing serious lower limb and neck injuries.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male driver and a 23-year-old female passenger on a 2023 QIANX moped were traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:40 a.m. The vehicle overturned due to slippery pavement conditions. Both occupants were ejected from the moped. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot, while the passenger suffered neck injuries with similar severity. Both were conscious after the crash and wore helmets. The report identifies 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, emphasizing the role of road conditions in the loss of vehicle control. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash highlights the dangers posed by environmental factors on vulnerable road users operating mopeds.
Speeding E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing Flatbush▸A 43-year-old woman crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by a speeding e-bike. She suffered severe lacerations but remained conscious. The unlicensed rider fled. The e-bike showed no damage. The street held its silence.
A woman, age 43, was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue near Nevins Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states she was 'crossing with the light' when a speeding e-bike struck her, causing 'severe lacerations' to her entire body. She remained conscious after the impact. The e-bike operator, described as unlicensed, did not stop at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no visible damage. The victim’s action—crossing with the signal—is noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the rider’s speed, improper lane usage, and lack of a valid license. The crash underscores the dangers posed by reckless operation and systemic failures to control unlicensed riders.
Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck▸Metal groaned on Nostrand Avenue. Two cars trapped, one stacked atop the other. A bus driver, a woman, a girl—hurt but alive. Emergency crews worked fast. The street bore the scars. The cause stayed hidden in the wreckage.
NY Daily News reported on December 18, 2024, that a multi-vehicle crash at Nostrand Ave. and Park Ave. in Brooklyn left three people injured. The article states, 'Three people were injured, including an MTA bus driver and a young girl, in a collision that pinned two cars between a box truck and a city bus.' Footage showed two vehicles sandwiched between the bus and truck, with one car stacked atop another. The injured included a 59-year-old MTA driver, a 33-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old girl. All were hospitalized in stable condition. The cause of the crash was not determined at the time of reporting. The incident highlights the risks at busy intersections and the dangers posed by large vehicles in dense urban traffic.
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Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-18
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Avenue▸A female driver suffered neck injuries and shock after her SUV rear-ended a sedan stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue. The collision caused bruising and left the driver shaken. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old female driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, was injured with a neck contusion and experienced shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV, traveling east, struck the center back end of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. Both vehicles sustained damage at the center back end. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing proper safety equipment. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating and failure to maintain safe distance in traffic, as documented by the police.
SUV Strikes 10-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 10-year-old girl suffered knee and leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on MetroTech Roadway in Brooklyn at 11:35 AM. A Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 10-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and distraction as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was alone in the vehicle, which was damaged but details are limited to 'other.' This crash highlights the deadly consequences of driver errors in yielding and attention.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Adams Street Injures Driver▸A chain-reaction collision on Adams Street in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old male driver with a concussion and head injury. The crash involved multiple vehicles stopped in traffic. Following too closely caused the impact, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:30 on Adams Street in Brooklyn. Multiple vehicles traveling south were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor leading to the crash. A 48-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and conscious after the incident, suffered a head injury and concussion. The vehicles involved included a 2024 BMW sedan, a 2012 Nissan sedan, and a 2022 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was primarily at the center back end and rear bumpers, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The driver errors cited focus on the failure to maintain safe distance, which triggered the chain-reaction crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police report.
4Two Sedans Collide on Adams Street, Passenger Injured▸Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
Two vehicles collided on Adams Street in Brooklyn during right turns. A 41-year-old female SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved improper lane usage, causing damage to both vehicles’ side doors and serious occupant injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:35 AM on Adams Street in Brooklyn. A 41-year-old female driver of a 2020 SUV was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, were making right turns when the collision happened. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the SUV and the right side doors of the sedan. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in lane management during the maneuver. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash caused significant damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the sedan.
Bicyclist Ejected, Injured on Court Street▸A 21-year-old man riding south on Court Street was thrown from his bike. He hit the ground. His arm and hand scraped raw. No driver errors listed. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old male bicyclist riding southbound on Court Street in Brooklyn was ejected from his bike and suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists his injury as moderate. No other vehicles were damaged. The police report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' No helmet use or crossing signal issues are mentioned. The absence of clear fault in the report highlights the dangers faced by cyclists on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 55-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection when the impact occurred. The driver caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 14:10 on Nevins Street near Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when a 2021 Honda SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured, with no contributing factors attributed to her actions. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield at intersections.
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
2Moped Overturns on Slippery Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸A moped carrying two young adults overturned on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Both driver and passenger were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, causing serious lower limb and neck injuries.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male driver and a 23-year-old female passenger on a 2023 QIANX moped were traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:40 a.m. The vehicle overturned due to slippery pavement conditions. Both occupants were ejected from the moped. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot, while the passenger suffered neck injuries with similar severity. Both were conscious after the crash and wore helmets. The report identifies 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, emphasizing the role of road conditions in the loss of vehicle control. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash highlights the dangers posed by environmental factors on vulnerable road users operating mopeds.
Speeding E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing Flatbush▸A 43-year-old woman crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by a speeding e-bike. She suffered severe lacerations but remained conscious. The unlicensed rider fled. The e-bike showed no damage. The street held its silence.
A woman, age 43, was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue near Nevins Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states she was 'crossing with the light' when a speeding e-bike struck her, causing 'severe lacerations' to her entire body. She remained conscious after the impact. The e-bike operator, described as unlicensed, did not stop at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no visible damage. The victim’s action—crossing with the signal—is noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the rider’s speed, improper lane usage, and lack of a valid license. The crash underscores the dangers posed by reckless operation and systemic failures to control unlicensed riders.
Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck▸Metal groaned on Nostrand Avenue. Two cars trapped, one stacked atop the other. A bus driver, a woman, a girl—hurt but alive. Emergency crews worked fast. The street bore the scars. The cause stayed hidden in the wreckage.
NY Daily News reported on December 18, 2024, that a multi-vehicle crash at Nostrand Ave. and Park Ave. in Brooklyn left three people injured. The article states, 'Three people were injured, including an MTA bus driver and a young girl, in a collision that pinned two cars between a box truck and a city bus.' Footage showed two vehicles sandwiched between the bus and truck, with one car stacked atop another. The injured included a 59-year-old MTA driver, a 33-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old girl. All were hospitalized in stable condition. The cause of the crash was not determined at the time of reporting. The incident highlights the risks at busy intersections and the dangers posed by large vehicles in dense urban traffic.
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Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-18
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Avenue▸A female driver suffered neck injuries and shock after her SUV rear-ended a sedan stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue. The collision caused bruising and left the driver shaken. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old female driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, was injured with a neck contusion and experienced shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV, traveling east, struck the center back end of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. Both vehicles sustained damage at the center back end. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing proper safety equipment. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating and failure to maintain safe distance in traffic, as documented by the police.
SUV Strikes 10-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 10-year-old girl suffered knee and leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on MetroTech Roadway in Brooklyn at 11:35 AM. A Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 10-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and distraction as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was alone in the vehicle, which was damaged but details are limited to 'other.' This crash highlights the deadly consequences of driver errors in yielding and attention.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Adams Street Injures Driver▸A chain-reaction collision on Adams Street in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old male driver with a concussion and head injury. The crash involved multiple vehicles stopped in traffic. Following too closely caused the impact, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:30 on Adams Street in Brooklyn. Multiple vehicles traveling south were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor leading to the crash. A 48-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and conscious after the incident, suffered a head injury and concussion. The vehicles involved included a 2024 BMW sedan, a 2012 Nissan sedan, and a 2022 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was primarily at the center back end and rear bumpers, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The driver errors cited focus on the failure to maintain safe distance, which triggered the chain-reaction crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police report.
4Two Sedans Collide on Adams Street, Passenger Injured▸Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A 21-year-old man riding south on Court Street was thrown from his bike. He hit the ground. His arm and hand scraped raw. No driver errors listed. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old male bicyclist riding southbound on Court Street in Brooklyn was ejected from his bike and suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists his injury as moderate. No other vehicles were damaged. The police report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' No helmet use or crossing signal issues are mentioned. The absence of clear fault in the report highlights the dangers faced by cyclists on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 55-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection when the impact occurred. The driver caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 14:10 on Nevins Street near Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when a 2021 Honda SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured, with no contributing factors attributed to her actions. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield at intersections.
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
2Moped Overturns on Slippery Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸A moped carrying two young adults overturned on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Both driver and passenger were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, causing serious lower limb and neck injuries.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male driver and a 23-year-old female passenger on a 2023 QIANX moped were traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:40 a.m. The vehicle overturned due to slippery pavement conditions. Both occupants were ejected from the moped. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot, while the passenger suffered neck injuries with similar severity. Both were conscious after the crash and wore helmets. The report identifies 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, emphasizing the role of road conditions in the loss of vehicle control. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash highlights the dangers posed by environmental factors on vulnerable road users operating mopeds.
Speeding E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing Flatbush▸A 43-year-old woman crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by a speeding e-bike. She suffered severe lacerations but remained conscious. The unlicensed rider fled. The e-bike showed no damage. The street held its silence.
A woman, age 43, was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue near Nevins Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states she was 'crossing with the light' when a speeding e-bike struck her, causing 'severe lacerations' to her entire body. She remained conscious after the impact. The e-bike operator, described as unlicensed, did not stop at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no visible damage. The victim’s action—crossing with the signal—is noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the rider’s speed, improper lane usage, and lack of a valid license. The crash underscores the dangers posed by reckless operation and systemic failures to control unlicensed riders.
Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck▸Metal groaned on Nostrand Avenue. Two cars trapped, one stacked atop the other. A bus driver, a woman, a girl—hurt but alive. Emergency crews worked fast. The street bore the scars. The cause stayed hidden in the wreckage.
NY Daily News reported on December 18, 2024, that a multi-vehicle crash at Nostrand Ave. and Park Ave. in Brooklyn left three people injured. The article states, 'Three people were injured, including an MTA bus driver and a young girl, in a collision that pinned two cars between a box truck and a city bus.' Footage showed two vehicles sandwiched between the bus and truck, with one car stacked atop another. The injured included a 59-year-old MTA driver, a 33-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old girl. All were hospitalized in stable condition. The cause of the crash was not determined at the time of reporting. The incident highlights the risks at busy intersections and the dangers posed by large vehicles in dense urban traffic.
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Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-18
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Avenue▸A female driver suffered neck injuries and shock after her SUV rear-ended a sedan stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue. The collision caused bruising and left the driver shaken. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old female driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, was injured with a neck contusion and experienced shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV, traveling east, struck the center back end of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. Both vehicles sustained damage at the center back end. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing proper safety equipment. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating and failure to maintain safe distance in traffic, as documented by the police.
SUV Strikes 10-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 10-year-old girl suffered knee and leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on MetroTech Roadway in Brooklyn at 11:35 AM. A Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 10-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and distraction as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was alone in the vehicle, which was damaged but details are limited to 'other.' This crash highlights the deadly consequences of driver errors in yielding and attention.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Adams Street Injures Driver▸A chain-reaction collision on Adams Street in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old male driver with a concussion and head injury. The crash involved multiple vehicles stopped in traffic. Following too closely caused the impact, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:30 on Adams Street in Brooklyn. Multiple vehicles traveling south were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor leading to the crash. A 48-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and conscious after the incident, suffered a head injury and concussion. The vehicles involved included a 2024 BMW sedan, a 2012 Nissan sedan, and a 2022 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was primarily at the center back end and rear bumpers, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The driver errors cited focus on the failure to maintain safe distance, which triggered the chain-reaction crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police report.
4Two Sedans Collide on Adams Street, Passenger Injured▸Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A 55-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection when the impact occurred. The driver caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 14:10 on Nevins Street near Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when a 2021 Honda SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured, with no contributing factors attributed to her actions. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield at intersections.
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
2Moped Overturns on Slippery Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸A moped carrying two young adults overturned on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Both driver and passenger were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, causing serious lower limb and neck injuries.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male driver and a 23-year-old female passenger on a 2023 QIANX moped were traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:40 a.m. The vehicle overturned due to slippery pavement conditions. Both occupants were ejected from the moped. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot, while the passenger suffered neck injuries with similar severity. Both were conscious after the crash and wore helmets. The report identifies 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, emphasizing the role of road conditions in the loss of vehicle control. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash highlights the dangers posed by environmental factors on vulnerable road users operating mopeds.
Speeding E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing Flatbush▸A 43-year-old woman crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by a speeding e-bike. She suffered severe lacerations but remained conscious. The unlicensed rider fled. The e-bike showed no damage. The street held its silence.
A woman, age 43, was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue near Nevins Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states she was 'crossing with the light' when a speeding e-bike struck her, causing 'severe lacerations' to her entire body. She remained conscious after the impact. The e-bike operator, described as unlicensed, did not stop at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no visible damage. The victim’s action—crossing with the signal—is noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the rider’s speed, improper lane usage, and lack of a valid license. The crash underscores the dangers posed by reckless operation and systemic failures to control unlicensed riders.
Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck▸Metal groaned on Nostrand Avenue. Two cars trapped, one stacked atop the other. A bus driver, a woman, a girl—hurt but alive. Emergency crews worked fast. The street bore the scars. The cause stayed hidden in the wreckage.
NY Daily News reported on December 18, 2024, that a multi-vehicle crash at Nostrand Ave. and Park Ave. in Brooklyn left three people injured. The article states, 'Three people were injured, including an MTA bus driver and a young girl, in a collision that pinned two cars between a box truck and a city bus.' Footage showed two vehicles sandwiched between the bus and truck, with one car stacked atop another. The injured included a 59-year-old MTA driver, a 33-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old girl. All were hospitalized in stable condition. The cause of the crash was not determined at the time of reporting. The incident highlights the risks at busy intersections and the dangers posed by large vehicles in dense urban traffic.
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Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-18
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Avenue▸A female driver suffered neck injuries and shock after her SUV rear-ended a sedan stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue. The collision caused bruising and left the driver shaken. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old female driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, was injured with a neck contusion and experienced shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV, traveling east, struck the center back end of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. Both vehicles sustained damage at the center back end. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing proper safety equipment. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating and failure to maintain safe distance in traffic, as documented by the police.
SUV Strikes 10-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 10-year-old girl suffered knee and leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on MetroTech Roadway in Brooklyn at 11:35 AM. A Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 10-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and distraction as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was alone in the vehicle, which was damaged but details are limited to 'other.' This crash highlights the deadly consequences of driver errors in yielding and attention.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Adams Street Injures Driver▸A chain-reaction collision on Adams Street in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old male driver with a concussion and head injury. The crash involved multiple vehicles stopped in traffic. Following too closely caused the impact, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:30 on Adams Street in Brooklyn. Multiple vehicles traveling south were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor leading to the crash. A 48-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and conscious after the incident, suffered a head injury and concussion. The vehicles involved included a 2024 BMW sedan, a 2012 Nissan sedan, and a 2022 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was primarily at the center back end and rear bumpers, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The driver errors cited focus on the failure to maintain safe distance, which triggered the chain-reaction crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police report.
4Two Sedans Collide on Adams Street, Passenger Injured▸Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
- Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile, NY Daily News, Published 2025-01-01
2Moped Overturns on Slippery Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸A moped carrying two young adults overturned on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Both driver and passenger were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, causing serious lower limb and neck injuries.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male driver and a 23-year-old female passenger on a 2023 QIANX moped were traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:40 a.m. The vehicle overturned due to slippery pavement conditions. Both occupants were ejected from the moped. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot, while the passenger suffered neck injuries with similar severity. Both were conscious after the crash and wore helmets. The report identifies 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, emphasizing the role of road conditions in the loss of vehicle control. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash highlights the dangers posed by environmental factors on vulnerable road users operating mopeds.
Speeding E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing Flatbush▸A 43-year-old woman crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by a speeding e-bike. She suffered severe lacerations but remained conscious. The unlicensed rider fled. The e-bike showed no damage. The street held its silence.
A woman, age 43, was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue near Nevins Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states she was 'crossing with the light' when a speeding e-bike struck her, causing 'severe lacerations' to her entire body. She remained conscious after the impact. The e-bike operator, described as unlicensed, did not stop at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no visible damage. The victim’s action—crossing with the signal—is noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the rider’s speed, improper lane usage, and lack of a valid license. The crash underscores the dangers posed by reckless operation and systemic failures to control unlicensed riders.
Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck▸Metal groaned on Nostrand Avenue. Two cars trapped, one stacked atop the other. A bus driver, a woman, a girl—hurt but alive. Emergency crews worked fast. The street bore the scars. The cause stayed hidden in the wreckage.
NY Daily News reported on December 18, 2024, that a multi-vehicle crash at Nostrand Ave. and Park Ave. in Brooklyn left three people injured. The article states, 'Three people were injured, including an MTA bus driver and a young girl, in a collision that pinned two cars between a box truck and a city bus.' Footage showed two vehicles sandwiched between the bus and truck, with one car stacked atop another. The injured included a 59-year-old MTA driver, a 33-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old girl. All were hospitalized in stable condition. The cause of the crash was not determined at the time of reporting. The incident highlights the risks at busy intersections and the dangers posed by large vehicles in dense urban traffic.
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Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-18
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Avenue▸A female driver suffered neck injuries and shock after her SUV rear-ended a sedan stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue. The collision caused bruising and left the driver shaken. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old female driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, was injured with a neck contusion and experienced shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV, traveling east, struck the center back end of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. Both vehicles sustained damage at the center back end. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing proper safety equipment. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating and failure to maintain safe distance in traffic, as documented by the police.
SUV Strikes 10-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 10-year-old girl suffered knee and leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on MetroTech Roadway in Brooklyn at 11:35 AM. A Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 10-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and distraction as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was alone in the vehicle, which was damaged but details are limited to 'other.' This crash highlights the deadly consequences of driver errors in yielding and attention.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Adams Street Injures Driver▸A chain-reaction collision on Adams Street in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old male driver with a concussion and head injury. The crash involved multiple vehicles stopped in traffic. Following too closely caused the impact, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:30 on Adams Street in Brooklyn. Multiple vehicles traveling south were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor leading to the crash. A 48-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and conscious after the incident, suffered a head injury and concussion. The vehicles involved included a 2024 BMW sedan, a 2012 Nissan sedan, and a 2022 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was primarily at the center back end and rear bumpers, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The driver errors cited focus on the failure to maintain safe distance, which triggered the chain-reaction crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police report.
4Two Sedans Collide on Adams Street, Passenger Injured▸Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A moped carrying two young adults overturned on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Both driver and passenger were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, causing serious lower limb and neck injuries.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male driver and a 23-year-old female passenger on a 2023 QIANX moped were traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:40 a.m. The vehicle overturned due to slippery pavement conditions. Both occupants were ejected from the moped. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot, while the passenger suffered neck injuries with similar severity. Both were conscious after the crash and wore helmets. The report identifies 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, emphasizing the role of road conditions in the loss of vehicle control. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash highlights the dangers posed by environmental factors on vulnerable road users operating mopeds.
Speeding E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing Flatbush▸A 43-year-old woman crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by a speeding e-bike. She suffered severe lacerations but remained conscious. The unlicensed rider fled. The e-bike showed no damage. The street held its silence.
A woman, age 43, was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue near Nevins Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states she was 'crossing with the light' when a speeding e-bike struck her, causing 'severe lacerations' to her entire body. She remained conscious after the impact. The e-bike operator, described as unlicensed, did not stop at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no visible damage. The victim’s action—crossing with the signal—is noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the rider’s speed, improper lane usage, and lack of a valid license. The crash underscores the dangers posed by reckless operation and systemic failures to control unlicensed riders.
Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck▸Metal groaned on Nostrand Avenue. Two cars trapped, one stacked atop the other. A bus driver, a woman, a girl—hurt but alive. Emergency crews worked fast. The street bore the scars. The cause stayed hidden in the wreckage.
NY Daily News reported on December 18, 2024, that a multi-vehicle crash at Nostrand Ave. and Park Ave. in Brooklyn left three people injured. The article states, 'Three people were injured, including an MTA bus driver and a young girl, in a collision that pinned two cars between a box truck and a city bus.' Footage showed two vehicles sandwiched between the bus and truck, with one car stacked atop another. The injured included a 59-year-old MTA driver, a 33-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old girl. All were hospitalized in stable condition. The cause of the crash was not determined at the time of reporting. The incident highlights the risks at busy intersections and the dangers posed by large vehicles in dense urban traffic.
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Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-18
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Avenue▸A female driver suffered neck injuries and shock after her SUV rear-ended a sedan stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue. The collision caused bruising and left the driver shaken. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old female driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, was injured with a neck contusion and experienced shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV, traveling east, struck the center back end of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. Both vehicles sustained damage at the center back end. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing proper safety equipment. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating and failure to maintain safe distance in traffic, as documented by the police.
SUV Strikes 10-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 10-year-old girl suffered knee and leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on MetroTech Roadway in Brooklyn at 11:35 AM. A Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 10-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and distraction as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was alone in the vehicle, which was damaged but details are limited to 'other.' This crash highlights the deadly consequences of driver errors in yielding and attention.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Adams Street Injures Driver▸A chain-reaction collision on Adams Street in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old male driver with a concussion and head injury. The crash involved multiple vehicles stopped in traffic. Following too closely caused the impact, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:30 on Adams Street in Brooklyn. Multiple vehicles traveling south were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor leading to the crash. A 48-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and conscious after the incident, suffered a head injury and concussion. The vehicles involved included a 2024 BMW sedan, a 2012 Nissan sedan, and a 2022 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was primarily at the center back end and rear bumpers, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The driver errors cited focus on the failure to maintain safe distance, which triggered the chain-reaction crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police report.
4Two Sedans Collide on Adams Street, Passenger Injured▸Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A 43-year-old woman crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by a speeding e-bike. She suffered severe lacerations but remained conscious. The unlicensed rider fled. The e-bike showed no damage. The street held its silence.
A woman, age 43, was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue near Nevins Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states she was 'crossing with the light' when a speeding e-bike struck her, causing 'severe lacerations' to her entire body. She remained conscious after the impact. The e-bike operator, described as unlicensed, did not stop at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no visible damage. The victim’s action—crossing with the signal—is noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the rider’s speed, improper lane usage, and lack of a valid license. The crash underscores the dangers posed by reckless operation and systemic failures to control unlicensed riders.
Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck▸Metal groaned on Nostrand Avenue. Two cars trapped, one stacked atop the other. A bus driver, a woman, a girl—hurt but alive. Emergency crews worked fast. The street bore the scars. The cause stayed hidden in the wreckage.
NY Daily News reported on December 18, 2024, that a multi-vehicle crash at Nostrand Ave. and Park Ave. in Brooklyn left three people injured. The article states, 'Three people were injured, including an MTA bus driver and a young girl, in a collision that pinned two cars between a box truck and a city bus.' Footage showed two vehicles sandwiched between the bus and truck, with one car stacked atop another. The injured included a 59-year-old MTA driver, a 33-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old girl. All were hospitalized in stable condition. The cause of the crash was not determined at the time of reporting. The incident highlights the risks at busy intersections and the dangers posed by large vehicles in dense urban traffic.
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Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-18
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Avenue▸A female driver suffered neck injuries and shock after her SUV rear-ended a sedan stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue. The collision caused bruising and left the driver shaken. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old female driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, was injured with a neck contusion and experienced shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV, traveling east, struck the center back end of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. Both vehicles sustained damage at the center back end. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing proper safety equipment. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating and failure to maintain safe distance in traffic, as documented by the police.
SUV Strikes 10-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 10-year-old girl suffered knee and leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on MetroTech Roadway in Brooklyn at 11:35 AM. A Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 10-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and distraction as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was alone in the vehicle, which was damaged but details are limited to 'other.' This crash highlights the deadly consequences of driver errors in yielding and attention.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Adams Street Injures Driver▸A chain-reaction collision on Adams Street in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old male driver with a concussion and head injury. The crash involved multiple vehicles stopped in traffic. Following too closely caused the impact, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:30 on Adams Street in Brooklyn. Multiple vehicles traveling south were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor leading to the crash. A 48-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and conscious after the incident, suffered a head injury and concussion. The vehicles involved included a 2024 BMW sedan, a 2012 Nissan sedan, and a 2022 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was primarily at the center back end and rear bumpers, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The driver errors cited focus on the failure to maintain safe distance, which triggered the chain-reaction crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police report.
4Two Sedans Collide on Adams Street, Passenger Injured▸Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
Metal groaned on Nostrand Avenue. Two cars trapped, one stacked atop the other. A bus driver, a woman, a girl—hurt but alive. Emergency crews worked fast. The street bore the scars. The cause stayed hidden in the wreckage.
NY Daily News reported on December 18, 2024, that a multi-vehicle crash at Nostrand Ave. and Park Ave. in Brooklyn left three people injured. The article states, 'Three people were injured, including an MTA bus driver and a young girl, in a collision that pinned two cars between a box truck and a city bus.' Footage showed two vehicles sandwiched between the bus and truck, with one car stacked atop another. The injured included a 59-year-old MTA driver, a 33-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old girl. All were hospitalized in stable condition. The cause of the crash was not determined at the time of reporting. The incident highlights the risks at busy intersections and the dangers posed by large vehicles in dense urban traffic.
- Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck, NY Daily News, Published 2024-12-18
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Avenue▸A female driver suffered neck injuries and shock after her SUV rear-ended a sedan stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue. The collision caused bruising and left the driver shaken. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old female driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, was injured with a neck contusion and experienced shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV, traveling east, struck the center back end of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. Both vehicles sustained damage at the center back end. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing proper safety equipment. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating and failure to maintain safe distance in traffic, as documented by the police.
SUV Strikes 10-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 10-year-old girl suffered knee and leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on MetroTech Roadway in Brooklyn at 11:35 AM. A Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 10-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and distraction as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was alone in the vehicle, which was damaged but details are limited to 'other.' This crash highlights the deadly consequences of driver errors in yielding and attention.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Adams Street Injures Driver▸A chain-reaction collision on Adams Street in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old male driver with a concussion and head injury. The crash involved multiple vehicles stopped in traffic. Following too closely caused the impact, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:30 on Adams Street in Brooklyn. Multiple vehicles traveling south were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor leading to the crash. A 48-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and conscious after the incident, suffered a head injury and concussion. The vehicles involved included a 2024 BMW sedan, a 2012 Nissan sedan, and a 2022 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was primarily at the center back end and rear bumpers, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The driver errors cited focus on the failure to maintain safe distance, which triggered the chain-reaction crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police report.
4Two Sedans Collide on Adams Street, Passenger Injured▸Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A female driver suffered neck injuries and shock after her SUV rear-ended a sedan stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue. The collision caused bruising and left the driver shaken. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old female driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, was injured with a neck contusion and experienced shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV, traveling east, struck the center back end of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. Both vehicles sustained damage at the center back end. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing proper safety equipment. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating and failure to maintain safe distance in traffic, as documented by the police.
SUV Strikes 10-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 10-year-old girl suffered knee and leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on MetroTech Roadway in Brooklyn at 11:35 AM. A Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 10-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and distraction as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was alone in the vehicle, which was damaged but details are limited to 'other.' This crash highlights the deadly consequences of driver errors in yielding and attention.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Adams Street Injures Driver▸A chain-reaction collision on Adams Street in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old male driver with a concussion and head injury. The crash involved multiple vehicles stopped in traffic. Following too closely caused the impact, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:30 on Adams Street in Brooklyn. Multiple vehicles traveling south were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor leading to the crash. A 48-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and conscious after the incident, suffered a head injury and concussion. The vehicles involved included a 2024 BMW sedan, a 2012 Nissan sedan, and a 2022 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was primarily at the center back end and rear bumpers, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The driver errors cited focus on the failure to maintain safe distance, which triggered the chain-reaction crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police report.
4Two Sedans Collide on Adams Street, Passenger Injured▸Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A 10-year-old girl suffered knee and leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on MetroTech Roadway in Brooklyn at 11:35 AM. A Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 10-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and distraction as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was alone in the vehicle, which was damaged but details are limited to 'other.' This crash highlights the deadly consequences of driver errors in yielding and attention.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Adams Street Injures Driver▸A chain-reaction collision on Adams Street in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old male driver with a concussion and head injury. The crash involved multiple vehicles stopped in traffic. Following too closely caused the impact, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:30 on Adams Street in Brooklyn. Multiple vehicles traveling south were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor leading to the crash. A 48-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and conscious after the incident, suffered a head injury and concussion. The vehicles involved included a 2024 BMW sedan, a 2012 Nissan sedan, and a 2022 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was primarily at the center back end and rear bumpers, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The driver errors cited focus on the failure to maintain safe distance, which triggered the chain-reaction crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police report.
4Two Sedans Collide on Adams Street, Passenger Injured▸Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A chain-reaction collision on Adams Street in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old male driver with a concussion and head injury. The crash involved multiple vehicles stopped in traffic. Following too closely caused the impact, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:30 on Adams Street in Brooklyn. Multiple vehicles traveling south were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor leading to the crash. A 48-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and conscious after the incident, suffered a head injury and concussion. The vehicles involved included a 2024 BMW sedan, a 2012 Nissan sedan, and a 2022 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was primarily at the center back end and rear bumpers, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The driver errors cited focus on the failure to maintain safe distance, which triggered the chain-reaction crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police report.
4Two Sedans Collide on Adams Street, Passenger Injured▸Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
Two sedans collided violently on Adams Street near Fulton. One made a U-turn, the other drove straight. A 55-year-old woman passenger struck her head, bleeding but conscious. Unsafe speed and ignored signals fueled the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, at 19:10 on Adams Street near Fulton in Brooklyn, two sedans collided. One sedan was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight north. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. A 55-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury with significant bleeding but remained conscious. Additional occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and two passengers aged 9 and 15, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The report emphasizes that driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls—were central to the collision and resulting injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old female bicyclist making an improper left turn on Schermerhorn Street. The cyclist suffered an upper arm contusion and bruising. The crash involved disregard of traffic control and occurred late at night in Brooklyn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old female bicyclist was making an improper left turn when she was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the bicyclist. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan, a 2017 Mitsubishi, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Damage was reported on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles. The collision highlights the dangers posed by failure to obey traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.
Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A sedan struck the rear of a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:00 AM. A sedan traveling westbound collided with the center rear of a tractor truck also moving westbound. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The tractor truck, a 2015 model registered in New York, sustained front-end damage, while the sedan, a 2010 model registered in Pennsylvania, was damaged at the rear center. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveling southbound, impact on right front quarter panel and left side doors.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided. The driver of the 2004 Honda SUV, holding a permit license, struck the 2016 Lincoln SUV from behind. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the Honda and the left side doors of the Lincoln. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance between vehicles.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old crossing Jay Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and hand injuries. Brooklyn intersection. Metal met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan made a left turn on Jay Street in Brooklyn at 7:12 p.m. and struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected. The sedan's center front end was damaged at the point of impact. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
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Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.
- Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman, Gothamist, Published 2024-11-27
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
A 75-year-old woman suffered a severe hip injury after an e-scooter struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing legally when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn at 5:15 p.m. A 75-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-scooter traveling southbound. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing a severe injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg, described as a fracture and dislocation. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and did not contribute to the crash by any listed factor. The e-scooter was going straight ahead with no occupants other than the driver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to respect pedestrian right-of-way and traffic controls.
SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
SUV rear-ended sedan while merging westbound. Sedan driver suffered fractured knee and foot. Police cited following too closely and unsafe lane change. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV rear-ended an Audi sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway while both vehicles merged westbound. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot, with a distorted dislocation. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as driver errors by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.
SUV struck a 36-year-old woman crossing Middagh Street with the signal. Impact shattered her knee and lower leg. Driver was distracted. Night, Brooklyn. No damage to the car. The street bore the force.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old woman was crossing Middagh Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn with the signal when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No pedestrian errors or equipment issues were cited as contributing factors.