About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 6
▸ Crush Injuries 8
▸ Severe Bleeding 6
▸ Severe Lacerations 9
▸ Concussion 17
▸ Whiplash 87
▸ Contusion/Bruise 134
▸ Abrasion 72
▸ Pain/Nausea 26
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Precinct 84: Four dead, hundreds hurt, the same streets keep breaking people
Precinct 84: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025
Brooklyn’s 84th Precinct: five dead, 1,298 injured since 2022. The bodies and the numbers are from the city’s own ledger. See the collisions data.
- Bicyclists: 197 hurt. 7 seriously. 0 killed.
- Pedestrians: 246 hurt. 10 seriously. 0 killed.
- Occupants: 811 hurt. 6 seriously. 4 killed.
- Other motorized riders: 44 hurt. 1 seriously. 1 killed.
Unsafe speed. Distraction. Turns that don’t spare the human body. “Other” is the largest bucket in the database, but it still records 11 serious injuries tied to it. Speed sits in the files too.
Tillary. Flatbush Extension. Cadman Plaza West.
The map points to the same blocks. Tillary Street leads the list: 56 injuries, 4 serious. Flatbush Avenue Extension: 66 injuries, 2 serious. Cadman Plaza West carries a death and 16 injuries.
On November 6, 2024, a bus turned right at Tillary and Jay. It struck a 74‑year‑old man on an e‑bike. He died at the scene. The record says “Making Right Turn.” The record says “Crush Injuries.”
On August 22, 2022, a Cadillac SUV on Cadman Plaza West killed a 76‑year‑old passenger and injured the driver. The state fields say “Unsafe Speed” and “Aggressive Driving/Road Rage.”
Hours when the streets bite
The injuries pile up after school and into the night. 3 p.m. shows 80 injuries, 3 serious. 4 p.m.: 79 injuries, 4 serious, and a death. 8 p.m.: another death. 11 p.m.: another. The morning peak hurts too: 8 a.m. shows a death and 51 injuries. These are entries in the city’s table. They do not look away: see the hourly distribution.
What the files say about causes
Speed factors into deaths and the worst harm here. The data marks 11 serious injuries under “other,” 6 under “vulnerable road user error,” and more tied to inattention and passing. One line is blunt: “Unsafe Speed” sits on the 2022 Cadman Plaza West death. These are the contributing factors.
Buses and trucks matter at the curb. Pedestrian injuries in this precinct list sedans first, then SUVs, then trucks and buses. Nine pedestrian injury cases involve buses; 26 involve trucks. The rollup sits in the open data.
The year keeps getting worse
Through August 26, 2025: 661 crashes, 2 deaths, 257 injuries. Same time last year: 525 crashes, 0 deaths, 258 injuries. Crashes are up about 26%. The city’s own counts show it. See the period stats.
Names withheld. The harm is not.
February 28, 2025, Flatbush at State: a stopped SUV, a sedan going straight, a woman in the right‑rear seat dead. The file calls it “Apparent Death.” The place is in the log: CrashID 4795527.
August 19, 2025, Henry Street: a driver followed too closely and died after rear‑ending a parked car. The fields read “Following Too Closely” and “Passenger Distraction.” The loss sits in CrashID 4836901.
Fix the turns. Slow the cars. Protect the hours kids cross.
- Harden right turns at Tillary and Jay and along Flatbush Extension. Protect bike approaches. Daylight the corners.
- Add leading pedestrian intervals and raised crosswalks at Tillary, Navy, Court, and Cadman Plaza West.
- Target bus and truck turns where the records show harm. Enforce speed at the afternoon and evening peaks the data flags.
Citywide moves that would spare this precinct
Albany gave the city the lever. New York can set safer speeds. The ask is simple: use it. Lower the default to 20 mph and make it stick. The case for lower speed is already on our site; the call to act is open.
The other lever is for the worst repeat speeders. The Stop Super Speeders Act would force chronic offenders to use in‑car speed control. It is in the file, with the families it might have saved. Read and act here: Stop Super Speeders and slow the city.
This is Precinct 84. The bodies are counted. The corners are named. The clock keeps moving.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Person - Crashes , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-05
- Two Killed By Subway Trains In NYC, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-11
- Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-30
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
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▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 84 Police Precinct 84 sits in Brooklyn, District 33, AD 52, SD 26.
It contains Brooklyn CB2, Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn-Dumbo-Boerum Hill.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 84
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Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly in Brooklyn▸Dec 4 - 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.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸Dec 3 - 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.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 30 - 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.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸Nov 29 - 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.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Brooklyn Bridge▸Nov 28 - Three cars slammed together on the Brooklyn Bridge. Driver distraction triggered the pileup. A 38-year-old man took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Traffic stopped. The bridge held the wreck.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a Chevrolet SUV, a Honda SUV, and a Jeep sedan—collided on the Brooklyn Bridge at 13:08. All were headed south when the crash struck. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated for each vehicle. A 38-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. He remained conscious and was not ejected. The report notes he wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision shows the risk of driver distraction on crowded city bridges.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 26 - 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.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸Nov 24 - 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.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 22 - 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.
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Bus Passenger Injured in Brooklyn Right Turn Crash▸Nov 21 - A bus making a right turn struck its own passenger in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and limited view caused impact to the right rear quarter panel. The 36-year-old female occupant suffered upper arm injuries and shock, reporting pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2021 bus traveling west on Gold Street in Brooklyn was making a right turn when the crash occurred at 5:30 p.m. The vehicle's right rear quarter panel was the point of impact. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, with limited view contributing to the crash. The injured party was a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the rear of the bus. She was not ejected but suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain and nausea. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and obstructed view—as the primary causes. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Nov 20 - A sedan collided with an e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring the 45-year-old male cyclist. The impact to the cyclist’s left arm caused abrasions. Police cite the sedan driver’s disregard of traffic control as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:32 AM on 3 Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 2018 sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The e-bike rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s behavior or helmet use was not cited as a factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead, indicating a failure to yield or stop as required by traffic controls. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals and controls in Brooklyn streets.
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Bus Rear-Ends Taxi on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Dec 4 - 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.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Tractor Truck on BQE▸Dec 3 - 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.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 30 - 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.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸Nov 29 - 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.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Brooklyn Bridge▸Nov 28 - Three cars slammed together on the Brooklyn Bridge. Driver distraction triggered the pileup. A 38-year-old man took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Traffic stopped. The bridge held the wreck.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a Chevrolet SUV, a Honda SUV, and a Jeep sedan—collided on the Brooklyn Bridge at 13:08. All were headed south when the crash struck. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated for each vehicle. A 38-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. He remained conscious and was not ejected. The report notes he wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision shows the risk of driver distraction on crowded city bridges.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 26 - 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.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸Nov 24 - 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.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 22 - 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.
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Bus Passenger Injured in Brooklyn Right Turn Crash▸Nov 21 - A bus making a right turn struck its own passenger in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and limited view caused impact to the right rear quarter panel. The 36-year-old female occupant suffered upper arm injuries and shock, reporting pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2021 bus traveling west on Gold Street in Brooklyn was making a right turn when the crash occurred at 5:30 p.m. The vehicle's right rear quarter panel was the point of impact. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, with limited view contributing to the crash. The injured party was a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the rear of the bus. She was not ejected but suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain and nausea. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and obstructed view—as the primary causes. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Nov 20 - A sedan collided with an e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring the 45-year-old male cyclist. The impact to the cyclist’s left arm caused abrasions. Police cite the sedan driver’s disregard of traffic control as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:32 AM on 3 Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 2018 sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The e-bike rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s behavior or helmet use was not cited as a factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead, indicating a failure to yield or stop as required by traffic controls. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals and controls in Brooklyn streets.
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Bus Rear-Ends Taxi on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Dec 3 - 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.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 30 - 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.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸Nov 29 - 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.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Brooklyn Bridge▸Nov 28 - Three cars slammed together on the Brooklyn Bridge. Driver distraction triggered the pileup. A 38-year-old man took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Traffic stopped. The bridge held the wreck.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a Chevrolet SUV, a Honda SUV, and a Jeep sedan—collided on the Brooklyn Bridge at 13:08. All were headed south when the crash struck. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated for each vehicle. A 38-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. He remained conscious and was not ejected. The report notes he wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision shows the risk of driver distraction on crowded city bridges.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 26 - 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.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸Nov 24 - 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.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 22 - 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.
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Bus Passenger Injured in Brooklyn Right Turn Crash▸Nov 21 - A bus making a right turn struck its own passenger in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and limited view caused impact to the right rear quarter panel. The 36-year-old female occupant suffered upper arm injuries and shock, reporting pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2021 bus traveling west on Gold Street in Brooklyn was making a right turn when the crash occurred at 5:30 p.m. The vehicle's right rear quarter panel was the point of impact. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, with limited view contributing to the crash. The injured party was a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the rear of the bus. She was not ejected but suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain and nausea. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and obstructed view—as the primary causes. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Nov 20 - A sedan collided with an e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring the 45-year-old male cyclist. The impact to the cyclist’s left arm caused abrasions. Police cite the sedan driver’s disregard of traffic control as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:32 AM on 3 Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 2018 sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The e-bike rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s behavior or helmet use was not cited as a factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead, indicating a failure to yield or stop as required by traffic controls. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals and controls in Brooklyn streets.
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Bus Rear-Ends Taxi on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 30 - 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.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Jay Street▸Nov 29 - 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.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Brooklyn Bridge▸Nov 28 - Three cars slammed together on the Brooklyn Bridge. Driver distraction triggered the pileup. A 38-year-old man took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Traffic stopped. The bridge held the wreck.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a Chevrolet SUV, a Honda SUV, and a Jeep sedan—collided on the Brooklyn Bridge at 13:08. All were headed south when the crash struck. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated for each vehicle. A 38-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. He remained conscious and was not ejected. The report notes he wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision shows the risk of driver distraction on crowded city bridges.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 26 - 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.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸Nov 24 - 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.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 22 - 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.
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Bus Passenger Injured in Brooklyn Right Turn Crash▸Nov 21 - A bus making a right turn struck its own passenger in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and limited view caused impact to the right rear quarter panel. The 36-year-old female occupant suffered upper arm injuries and shock, reporting pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2021 bus traveling west on Gold Street in Brooklyn was making a right turn when the crash occurred at 5:30 p.m. The vehicle's right rear quarter panel was the point of impact. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, with limited view contributing to the crash. The injured party was a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the rear of the bus. She was not ejected but suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain and nausea. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and obstructed view—as the primary causes. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Nov 20 - A sedan collided with an e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring the 45-year-old male cyclist. The impact to the cyclist’s left arm caused abrasions. Police cite the sedan driver’s disregard of traffic control as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:32 AM on 3 Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 2018 sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The e-bike rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s behavior or helmet use was not cited as a factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead, indicating a failure to yield or stop as required by traffic controls. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals and controls in Brooklyn streets.
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Bus Rear-Ends Taxi on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 29 - 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.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Brooklyn Bridge▸Nov 28 - Three cars slammed together on the Brooklyn Bridge. Driver distraction triggered the pileup. A 38-year-old man took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Traffic stopped. The bridge held the wreck.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a Chevrolet SUV, a Honda SUV, and a Jeep sedan—collided on the Brooklyn Bridge at 13:08. All were headed south when the crash struck. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated for each vehicle. A 38-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. He remained conscious and was not ejected. The report notes he wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision shows the risk of driver distraction on crowded city bridges.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 26 - 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.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸Nov 24 - 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.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 22 - 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.
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Bus Passenger Injured in Brooklyn Right Turn Crash▸Nov 21 - A bus making a right turn struck its own passenger in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and limited view caused impact to the right rear quarter panel. The 36-year-old female occupant suffered upper arm injuries and shock, reporting pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2021 bus traveling west on Gold Street in Brooklyn was making a right turn when the crash occurred at 5:30 p.m. The vehicle's right rear quarter panel was the point of impact. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, with limited view contributing to the crash. The injured party was a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the rear of the bus. She was not ejected but suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain and nausea. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and obstructed view—as the primary causes. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Nov 20 - A sedan collided with an e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring the 45-year-old male cyclist. The impact to the cyclist’s left arm caused abrasions. Police cite the sedan driver’s disregard of traffic control as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:32 AM on 3 Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 2018 sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The e-bike rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s behavior or helmet use was not cited as a factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead, indicating a failure to yield or stop as required by traffic controls. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals and controls in Brooklyn streets.
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Bus Rear-Ends Taxi on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 28 - Three cars slammed together on the Brooklyn Bridge. Driver distraction triggered the pileup. A 38-year-old man took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Traffic stopped. The bridge held the wreck.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a Chevrolet SUV, a Honda SUV, and a Jeep sedan—collided on the Brooklyn Bridge at 13:08. All were headed south when the crash struck. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated for each vehicle. A 38-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. He remained conscious and was not ejected. The report notes he wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision shows the risk of driver distraction on crowded city bridges.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 26 - 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.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸Nov 24 - 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.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 22 - 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.
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Bus Passenger Injured in Brooklyn Right Turn Crash▸Nov 21 - A bus making a right turn struck its own passenger in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and limited view caused impact to the right rear quarter panel. The 36-year-old female occupant suffered upper arm injuries and shock, reporting pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2021 bus traveling west on Gold Street in Brooklyn was making a right turn when the crash occurred at 5:30 p.m. The vehicle's right rear quarter panel was the point of impact. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, with limited view contributing to the crash. The injured party was a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the rear of the bus. She was not ejected but suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain and nausea. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and obstructed view—as the primary causes. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Nov 20 - A sedan collided with an e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring the 45-year-old male cyclist. The impact to the cyclist’s left arm caused abrasions. Police cite the sedan driver’s disregard of traffic control as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:32 AM on 3 Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 2018 sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The e-bike rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s behavior or helmet use was not cited as a factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead, indicating a failure to yield or stop as required by traffic controls. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals and controls in Brooklyn streets.
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Bus Rear-Ends Taxi on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
- Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest, Gothamist, Published 2024-11-27
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E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 26 - 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.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸Nov 24 - 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.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 22 - 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.
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Bus Passenger Injured in Brooklyn Right Turn Crash▸Nov 21 - A bus making a right turn struck its own passenger in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and limited view caused impact to the right rear quarter panel. The 36-year-old female occupant suffered upper arm injuries and shock, reporting pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2021 bus traveling west on Gold Street in Brooklyn was making a right turn when the crash occurred at 5:30 p.m. The vehicle's right rear quarter panel was the point of impact. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, with limited view contributing to the crash. The injured party was a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the rear of the bus. She was not ejected but suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain and nausea. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and obstructed view—as the primary causes. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Nov 20 - A sedan collided with an e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring the 45-year-old male cyclist. The impact to the cyclist’s left arm caused abrasions. Police cite the sedan driver’s disregard of traffic control as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:32 AM on 3 Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 2018 sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The e-bike rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s behavior or helmet use was not cited as a factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead, indicating a failure to yield or stop as required by traffic controls. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals and controls in Brooklyn streets.
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Bus Rear-Ends Taxi on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 26 - 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.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸Nov 24 - 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.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 22 - 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.
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Bus Passenger Injured in Brooklyn Right Turn Crash▸Nov 21 - A bus making a right turn struck its own passenger in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and limited view caused impact to the right rear quarter panel. The 36-year-old female occupant suffered upper arm injuries and shock, reporting pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2021 bus traveling west on Gold Street in Brooklyn was making a right turn when the crash occurred at 5:30 p.m. The vehicle's right rear quarter panel was the point of impact. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, with limited view contributing to the crash. The injured party was a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the rear of the bus. She was not ejected but suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain and nausea. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and obstructed view—as the primary causes. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Nov 20 - A sedan collided with an e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring the 45-year-old male cyclist. The impact to the cyclist’s left arm caused abrasions. Police cite the sedan driver’s disregard of traffic control as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:32 AM on 3 Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 2018 sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The e-bike rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s behavior or helmet use was not cited as a factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead, indicating a failure to yield or stop as required by traffic controls. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals and controls in Brooklyn streets.
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Bus Rear-Ends Taxi on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 24 - 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.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 22 - 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.
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Bus Passenger Injured in Brooklyn Right Turn Crash▸Nov 21 - A bus making a right turn struck its own passenger in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and limited view caused impact to the right rear quarter panel. The 36-year-old female occupant suffered upper arm injuries and shock, reporting pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2021 bus traveling west on Gold Street in Brooklyn was making a right turn when the crash occurred at 5:30 p.m. The vehicle's right rear quarter panel was the point of impact. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, with limited view contributing to the crash. The injured party was a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the rear of the bus. She was not ejected but suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain and nausea. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and obstructed view—as the primary causes. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Nov 20 - A sedan collided with an e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring the 45-year-old male cyclist. The impact to the cyclist’s left arm caused abrasions. Police cite the sedan driver’s disregard of traffic control as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:32 AM on 3 Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 2018 sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The e-bike rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s behavior or helmet use was not cited as a factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead, indicating a failure to yield or stop as required by traffic controls. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals and controls in Brooklyn streets.
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Bus Rear-Ends Taxi on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 22 - 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.
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Bus Passenger Injured in Brooklyn Right Turn Crash▸Nov 21 - A bus making a right turn struck its own passenger in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and limited view caused impact to the right rear quarter panel. The 36-year-old female occupant suffered upper arm injuries and shock, reporting pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2021 bus traveling west on Gold Street in Brooklyn was making a right turn when the crash occurred at 5:30 p.m. The vehicle's right rear quarter panel was the point of impact. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, with limited view contributing to the crash. The injured party was a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the rear of the bus. She was not ejected but suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain and nausea. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and obstructed view—as the primary causes. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Nov 20 - A sedan collided with an e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring the 45-year-old male cyclist. The impact to the cyclist’s left arm caused abrasions. Police cite the sedan driver’s disregard of traffic control as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:32 AM on 3 Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 2018 sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The e-bike rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s behavior or helmet use was not cited as a factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead, indicating a failure to yield or stop as required by traffic controls. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals and controls in Brooklyn streets.
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Bus Rear-Ends Taxi on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 21 - A bus making a right turn struck its own passenger in Brooklyn. Driver inattention and limited view caused impact to the right rear quarter panel. The 36-year-old female occupant suffered upper arm injuries and shock, reporting pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2021 bus traveling west on Gold Street in Brooklyn was making a right turn when the crash occurred at 5:30 p.m. The vehicle's right rear quarter panel was the point of impact. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, with limited view contributing to the crash. The injured party was a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the rear of the bus. She was not ejected but suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain and nausea. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and obstructed view—as the primary causes. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Nov 20 - A sedan collided with an e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring the 45-year-old male cyclist. The impact to the cyclist’s left arm caused abrasions. Police cite the sedan driver’s disregard of traffic control as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:32 AM on 3 Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 2018 sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The e-bike rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s behavior or helmet use was not cited as a factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead, indicating a failure to yield or stop as required by traffic controls. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals and controls in Brooklyn streets.
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Bus Rear-Ends Taxi on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 20 - A sedan collided with an e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn, injuring the 45-year-old male cyclist. The impact to the cyclist’s left arm caused abrasions. Police cite the sedan driver’s disregard of traffic control as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:32 AM on 3 Avenue near Bergen Street in Brooklyn. A 2018 sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The e-bike rider, a 45-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s behavior or helmet use was not cited as a factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead, indicating a failure to yield or stop as required by traffic controls. This collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals and controls in Brooklyn streets.
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Bus Rear-Ends Taxi on Flatbush Avenue▸Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 15 - A bus struck a stopped taxi on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The taxi driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled southbound at the time.
According to the police report, a bus traveling southbound on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi also heading south. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the taxi. The taxi driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the taxi. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York. The taxi driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Van Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 14 - A van making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 near 323 Dean Street in Brooklyn. A van traveling northeast was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the van's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the van driver. The cyclist was wearing pads but no other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The van driver was licensed and operating a 2013 vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in urban traffic.
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SUV Turns Right, E-Bike Struck on Smith St▸Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 8 - A licensed female SUV driver made a right turn on Smith Street in Brooklyn, colliding with a northbound unlicensed male e-bike rider. The e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Smith Street near Dean Street in Brooklyn at 3:45 PM. A licensed female driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when she collided with a northbound male e-bike rider who was passing improperly. The e-bike driver, unlicensed and operating the vehicle without safety equipment, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike's center front end was impacted. The report does not attribute fault to the e-bike rider but highlights driver errors and systemic dangers related to lane usage and attention.
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Turning Bus Crushes Elderly E-Biker on Jay Street▸Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 6 - A bus turned, steel and glass sweeping the corner. An e-bike rider, seventy-four, thrown down. His head struck, life ended. The street stilled. The door bore the mark. Brooklyn night, another life lost to traffic’s violence.
A 74-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed at the corner of Jay Street and Tillary Street in Brooklyn when a bus struck him while making a right turn, according to the police report. The narrative states the man was 'thrown from the saddle' and suffered fatal head injuries, with 'the door bore the mark' signaling the point of impact on the bus. The police report lists the bus as 'making right turn' and the e-bike as 'going straight ahead.' Both contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified' in the report. The victim was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The collision ended with the e-bike rider ejected and killed, underscoring the lethal risk faced by vulnerable road users when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Sedan-Cargo Collision▸Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 6 - A sedan and a carry-all collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at night. The carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change caused a right front impact. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and inside the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision involved a sedan traveling east and a carry-all merging eastbound. The carry-all driver committed 'Unsafe Lane Changing,' cited twice as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the carry-all and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report explicitly identifies the carry-all driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver or any victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of improper merging maneuvers on high-speed expressways.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Nov 6 - A 53-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Tillary Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck on the left side, sustaining serious injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Tillary Street made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jay Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed female from Massachusetts, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan, which showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were noted beyond the driver's failure to yield.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clark Street▸Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Oct 29 - A 35-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions after his SUV was struck from behind by another SUV on Clark Street in Brooklyn. Police identified following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at the time of impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clark Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 p.m. Two SUVs traveling westbound were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with two occupants, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 1997 Ford SUV. The Ford driver was cited for following too closely, which caused the rear-end collision. The 35-year-old male driver of the Toyota sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and not ejected. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's actions. The collision highlights the dangers of tailgating in congested traffic conditions.
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Two SUVs Collide on Jay Street, Drivers Injured▸Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Oct 29 - Two sport utility vehicles collided on Jay Street at midday. Both drivers suffered injuries—abrasions and whiplash—after a left-turning SUV struck another going straight. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:09 on Jay Street involving two sport utility vehicles. One driver, a 28-year-old woman, was making a left turn when her vehicle's left front quarter panel struck the right front bumper of another SUV traveling straight westbound. Both drivers were injured: the female driver suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm, while the male driver, age 31, experienced whiplash and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained with seat belts and harnesses. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Hits SUV on Dean St▸Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.
Oct 28 - A moped driver, unlicensed and disregarding traffic control, collided head-on with an SUV traveling south on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered full-body injuries and shock, sustaining whiplash without ejection from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:10 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The moped, driven by a 48-year-old male without a valid license, was traveling east and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error by the moped operator. The moped driver was injured severely, with whole-body trauma and whiplash, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by unlicensed operators ignoring traffic controls.