Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 88?
Eight Dead, Thousands Hurt—Who’s Letting Drivers Get Away With Murder?
Precinct 88: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 8, 2025
The Deaths Keep Coming
In Precinct 88, the numbers do not lie. Eight people killed. Seventeen left with serious injuries. Over a thousand hurt. Since 2022, there have been nearly 2,000 crashes here. The dead do not get second chances. The wounded carry scars the rest of us cannot see.
A woman, age 55, was crushed by an SUV at Fulton and Washington. She died on the street. No warning, no time to run. The data says only this: crush injuries, apparent death. NYC Open Data
The Machines That Kill
SUVs and cars do most of the damage. They killed two, seriously injured three, and left 137 more with lesser wounds. Trucks and buses hit sixteen. Motorcycles and mopeds, six. Bikes, eighteen. The numbers are cold, but the pain is not.
The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, and target the corners where blood stains the crosswalk. But too often, the work is left undone. The dead pile up. The living wait for the next siren.
Leadership: Promises and Silence
The city has new laws. Speed cameras run day and night. The council can lower the speed limit to 20 mph. But change comes slow. The street stays dangerous. The council member’s phone rings. The mayor’s office gets another email. Still, the crashes come.
“He didn’t stop. He just kept going,” said Henry Tziquin, whose father was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn. NY Daily News The words hang in the air. The driver fled. The family waits for justice.
Another man, 36, was killed crossing near Broadway Junction. The driver sped off. “The driver of the Ford sped off, never stopping, cops said. He remained at large on Saturday.” NY Daily News
The Call to Action
This is not fate. This is policy. Every crash is a choice made by leaders, by police, by all of us who look away. Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Tell the precinct to crack down on speeding and failure to yield. Do not wait for another body in the road.
The dead cannot speak. You can.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Driver Flees After Brownsville Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-07-04
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4623158 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-08
- Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-06
- Hit-And-Run Drivers Strike Brooklyn, Bronx, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-04
- Driver Flees After Brownsville Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-07-04
- Driver Drags Officer Fleeing Traffic Stop, ABC7, Published 2025-07-03
- Driver Drags Officer Fleeing Brooklyn Stop, Patch, Published 2025-07-03
Other Representatives
District 52
341 Smith St., Brooklyn, NY 11231
Room 826, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 33
410 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
718-875-5200
250 Broadway, Suite 1748, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7214
District 25
906 Broadway 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Room 805, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 88 Police Precinct 88 sits in Brooklyn, District 33, AD 52, SD 25.
It contains Brooklyn CB2, Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Brooklyn Navy Yard.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 88
Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸A taxi and SUV slammed together on Dekalb Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Passengers shaken. Brooklyn night, sirens cut the dark.
A taxi and an SUV crashed on Dekalb Avenue near Washington Park in Brooklyn. Three occupants were injured: a 55-year-old male driver with arm fractures, a 49-year-old female rear passenger with shoulder injuries, and a 20-year-old female front passenger with hip and leg injuries. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the listed contributing factor. The crash left metal bent and passengers hurt. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸A cyclist slammed into a turning vehicle on Fulton Street. He flew from his bike. His arm broke. Blood on the street. The crash left him conscious but hurt.
A 40-year-old male cyclist was injured at Fulton Street and Clermont Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after colliding with a vehicle making a right turn. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was conscious at the scene but sustained a serious arm injury. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash▸Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
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Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸SUV hit a woman crossing at Flatbush and Lafayette. Head injury. Blood on the street. Police cite blocked view. Driver kept straight. Shock followed.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Flatbush Avenue struck a 29-year-old woman crossing at Lafayette Avenue. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 71-year-old man, was licensed and going straight ahead. No other injuries were reported. The police report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal, but the primary factor remains the obstructed view.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸SUV hit cyclist on Washington Avenue. Cyclist suffered shoulder injury. Police cite vehicular error. Passengers in SUV also hurt. Streets remain harsh for those outside steel.
A station wagon SUV and a bicycle collided at 523 Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Two SUV occupants, including a 28-year-old woman and a child, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' error. The cyclist was not using safety equipment. The report lists no driver-specific errors beyond 'Other Vehicular.'
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Lafayette Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Four others, including two infants, were hurt. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors. Steel clashed. The street paid the price.
Two SUVs collided on Lafayette Avenue at Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sixty-year-old male driver suffered a back injury and whiplash. Four others, including a thirty-one-year-old driver, a twenty-nine-year-old passenger, and two infants, were also injured. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. Both SUVs were traveling east and struck at the center front and back ends. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' were specified. The report does not mention helmet or signal use.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸A sedan backed unsafely on the BQE. A 22-year-old woman suffered a leg injury. The crash left bruises and pain. Unsafe backing caused the harm. The road did not forgive mistakes.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a sedan backing unsafely, striking another vehicle. A 22-year-old woman, driving the struck car, suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Backing Unsafely.' The impact damaged the center back end of one vehicle and the front end of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸A sedan struck a 63-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Myrtle Ave. She suffered a back injury. The driver backed unsafely. The street stayed busy. The system failed her.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Myrtle Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver backed unsafely and confusion was noted as a factor. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The crash happened near Washington Park in Brooklyn. The driver was licensed and driving a Toyota sedan. The system left the pedestrian exposed.
E-Bike Hits Child Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A taxi and SUV slammed together on Dekalb Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Passengers shaken. Brooklyn night, sirens cut the dark.
A taxi and an SUV crashed on Dekalb Avenue near Washington Park in Brooklyn. Three occupants were injured: a 55-year-old male driver with arm fractures, a 49-year-old female rear passenger with shoulder injuries, and a 20-year-old female front passenger with hip and leg injuries. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the listed contributing factor. The crash left metal bent and passengers hurt. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸A cyclist slammed into a turning vehicle on Fulton Street. He flew from his bike. His arm broke. Blood on the street. The crash left him conscious but hurt.
A 40-year-old male cyclist was injured at Fulton Street and Clermont Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after colliding with a vehicle making a right turn. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was conscious at the scene but sustained a serious arm injury. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash▸Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
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Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸SUV hit a woman crossing at Flatbush and Lafayette. Head injury. Blood on the street. Police cite blocked view. Driver kept straight. Shock followed.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Flatbush Avenue struck a 29-year-old woman crossing at Lafayette Avenue. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 71-year-old man, was licensed and going straight ahead. No other injuries were reported. The police report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal, but the primary factor remains the obstructed view.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸SUV hit cyclist on Washington Avenue. Cyclist suffered shoulder injury. Police cite vehicular error. Passengers in SUV also hurt. Streets remain harsh for those outside steel.
A station wagon SUV and a bicycle collided at 523 Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Two SUV occupants, including a 28-year-old woman and a child, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' error. The cyclist was not using safety equipment. The report lists no driver-specific errors beyond 'Other Vehicular.'
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Lafayette Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Four others, including two infants, were hurt. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors. Steel clashed. The street paid the price.
Two SUVs collided on Lafayette Avenue at Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sixty-year-old male driver suffered a back injury and whiplash. Four others, including a thirty-one-year-old driver, a twenty-nine-year-old passenger, and two infants, were also injured. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. Both SUVs were traveling east and struck at the center front and back ends. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' were specified. The report does not mention helmet or signal use.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸A sedan backed unsafely on the BQE. A 22-year-old woman suffered a leg injury. The crash left bruises and pain. Unsafe backing caused the harm. The road did not forgive mistakes.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a sedan backing unsafely, striking another vehicle. A 22-year-old woman, driving the struck car, suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Backing Unsafely.' The impact damaged the center back end of one vehicle and the front end of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸A sedan struck a 63-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Myrtle Ave. She suffered a back injury. The driver backed unsafely. The street stayed busy. The system failed her.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Myrtle Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver backed unsafely and confusion was noted as a factor. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The crash happened near Washington Park in Brooklyn. The driver was licensed and driving a Toyota sedan. The system left the pedestrian exposed.
E-Bike Hits Child Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A cyclist slammed into a turning vehicle on Fulton Street. He flew from his bike. His arm broke. Blood on the street. The crash left him conscious but hurt.
A 40-year-old male cyclist was injured at Fulton Street and Clermont Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after colliding with a vehicle making a right turn. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was conscious at the scene but sustained a serious arm injury. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash▸Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
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Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸SUV hit a woman crossing at Flatbush and Lafayette. Head injury. Blood on the street. Police cite blocked view. Driver kept straight. Shock followed.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Flatbush Avenue struck a 29-year-old woman crossing at Lafayette Avenue. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 71-year-old man, was licensed and going straight ahead. No other injuries were reported. The police report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal, but the primary factor remains the obstructed view.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸SUV hit cyclist on Washington Avenue. Cyclist suffered shoulder injury. Police cite vehicular error. Passengers in SUV also hurt. Streets remain harsh for those outside steel.
A station wagon SUV and a bicycle collided at 523 Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Two SUV occupants, including a 28-year-old woman and a child, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' error. The cyclist was not using safety equipment. The report lists no driver-specific errors beyond 'Other Vehicular.'
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Lafayette Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Four others, including two infants, were hurt. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors. Steel clashed. The street paid the price.
Two SUVs collided on Lafayette Avenue at Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sixty-year-old male driver suffered a back injury and whiplash. Four others, including a thirty-one-year-old driver, a twenty-nine-year-old passenger, and two infants, were also injured. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. Both SUVs were traveling east and struck at the center front and back ends. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' were specified. The report does not mention helmet or signal use.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸A sedan backed unsafely on the BQE. A 22-year-old woman suffered a leg injury. The crash left bruises and pain. Unsafe backing caused the harm. The road did not forgive mistakes.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a sedan backing unsafely, striking another vehicle. A 22-year-old woman, driving the struck car, suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Backing Unsafely.' The impact damaged the center back end of one vehicle and the front end of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸A sedan struck a 63-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Myrtle Ave. She suffered a back injury. The driver backed unsafely. The street stayed busy. The system failed her.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Myrtle Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver backed unsafely and confusion was noted as a factor. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The crash happened near Washington Park in Brooklyn. The driver was licensed and driving a Toyota sedan. The system left the pedestrian exposed.
E-Bike Hits Child Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
- Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-24
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸SUV hit a woman crossing at Flatbush and Lafayette. Head injury. Blood on the street. Police cite blocked view. Driver kept straight. Shock followed.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Flatbush Avenue struck a 29-year-old woman crossing at Lafayette Avenue. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 71-year-old man, was licensed and going straight ahead. No other injuries were reported. The police report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal, but the primary factor remains the obstructed view.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸SUV hit cyclist on Washington Avenue. Cyclist suffered shoulder injury. Police cite vehicular error. Passengers in SUV also hurt. Streets remain harsh for those outside steel.
A station wagon SUV and a bicycle collided at 523 Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Two SUV occupants, including a 28-year-old woman and a child, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' error. The cyclist was not using safety equipment. The report lists no driver-specific errors beyond 'Other Vehicular.'
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Lafayette Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Four others, including two infants, were hurt. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors. Steel clashed. The street paid the price.
Two SUVs collided on Lafayette Avenue at Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sixty-year-old male driver suffered a back injury and whiplash. Four others, including a thirty-one-year-old driver, a twenty-nine-year-old passenger, and two infants, were also injured. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. Both SUVs were traveling east and struck at the center front and back ends. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' were specified. The report does not mention helmet or signal use.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸A sedan backed unsafely on the BQE. A 22-year-old woman suffered a leg injury. The crash left bruises and pain. Unsafe backing caused the harm. The road did not forgive mistakes.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a sedan backing unsafely, striking another vehicle. A 22-year-old woman, driving the struck car, suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Backing Unsafely.' The impact damaged the center back end of one vehicle and the front end of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸A sedan struck a 63-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Myrtle Ave. She suffered a back injury. The driver backed unsafely. The street stayed busy. The system failed her.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Myrtle Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver backed unsafely and confusion was noted as a factor. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The crash happened near Washington Park in Brooklyn. The driver was licensed and driving a Toyota sedan. The system left the pedestrian exposed.
E-Bike Hits Child Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
SUV hit a woman crossing at Flatbush and Lafayette. Head injury. Blood on the street. Police cite blocked view. Driver kept straight. Shock followed.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Flatbush Avenue struck a 29-year-old woman crossing at Lafayette Avenue. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 71-year-old man, was licensed and going straight ahead. No other injuries were reported. The police report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal, but the primary factor remains the obstructed view.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸SUV hit cyclist on Washington Avenue. Cyclist suffered shoulder injury. Police cite vehicular error. Passengers in SUV also hurt. Streets remain harsh for those outside steel.
A station wagon SUV and a bicycle collided at 523 Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Two SUV occupants, including a 28-year-old woman and a child, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' error. The cyclist was not using safety equipment. The report lists no driver-specific errors beyond 'Other Vehicular.'
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Lafayette Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Four others, including two infants, were hurt. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors. Steel clashed. The street paid the price.
Two SUVs collided on Lafayette Avenue at Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sixty-year-old male driver suffered a back injury and whiplash. Four others, including a thirty-one-year-old driver, a twenty-nine-year-old passenger, and two infants, were also injured. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. Both SUVs were traveling east and struck at the center front and back ends. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' were specified. The report does not mention helmet or signal use.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸A sedan backed unsafely on the BQE. A 22-year-old woman suffered a leg injury. The crash left bruises and pain. Unsafe backing caused the harm. The road did not forgive mistakes.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a sedan backing unsafely, striking another vehicle. A 22-year-old woman, driving the struck car, suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Backing Unsafely.' The impact damaged the center back end of one vehicle and the front end of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸A sedan struck a 63-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Myrtle Ave. She suffered a back injury. The driver backed unsafely. The street stayed busy. The system failed her.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Myrtle Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver backed unsafely and confusion was noted as a factor. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The crash happened near Washington Park in Brooklyn. The driver was licensed and driving a Toyota sedan. The system left the pedestrian exposed.
E-Bike Hits Child Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
- Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-22
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸SUV hit cyclist on Washington Avenue. Cyclist suffered shoulder injury. Police cite vehicular error. Passengers in SUV also hurt. Streets remain harsh for those outside steel.
A station wagon SUV and a bicycle collided at 523 Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Two SUV occupants, including a 28-year-old woman and a child, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' error. The cyclist was not using safety equipment. The report lists no driver-specific errors beyond 'Other Vehicular.'
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Lafayette Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Four others, including two infants, were hurt. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors. Steel clashed. The street paid the price.
Two SUVs collided on Lafayette Avenue at Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sixty-year-old male driver suffered a back injury and whiplash. Four others, including a thirty-one-year-old driver, a twenty-nine-year-old passenger, and two infants, were also injured. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. Both SUVs were traveling east and struck at the center front and back ends. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' were specified. The report does not mention helmet or signal use.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸A sedan backed unsafely on the BQE. A 22-year-old woman suffered a leg injury. The crash left bruises and pain. Unsafe backing caused the harm. The road did not forgive mistakes.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a sedan backing unsafely, striking another vehicle. A 22-year-old woman, driving the struck car, suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Backing Unsafely.' The impact damaged the center back end of one vehicle and the front end of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸A sedan struck a 63-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Myrtle Ave. She suffered a back injury. The driver backed unsafely. The street stayed busy. The system failed her.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Myrtle Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver backed unsafely and confusion was noted as a factor. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The crash happened near Washington Park in Brooklyn. The driver was licensed and driving a Toyota sedan. The system left the pedestrian exposed.
E-Bike Hits Child Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
SUV hit cyclist on Washington Avenue. Cyclist suffered shoulder injury. Police cite vehicular error. Passengers in SUV also hurt. Streets remain harsh for those outside steel.
A station wagon SUV and a bicycle collided at 523 Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. Two SUV occupants, including a 28-year-old woman and a child, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' error. The cyclist was not using safety equipment. The report lists no driver-specific errors beyond 'Other Vehicular.'
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Lafayette Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Four others, including two infants, were hurt. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors. Steel clashed. The street paid the price.
Two SUVs collided on Lafayette Avenue at Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sixty-year-old male driver suffered a back injury and whiplash. Four others, including a thirty-one-year-old driver, a twenty-nine-year-old passenger, and two infants, were also injured. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. Both SUVs were traveling east and struck at the center front and back ends. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' were specified. The report does not mention helmet or signal use.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸A sedan backed unsafely on the BQE. A 22-year-old woman suffered a leg injury. The crash left bruises and pain. Unsafe backing caused the harm. The road did not forgive mistakes.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a sedan backing unsafely, striking another vehicle. A 22-year-old woman, driving the struck car, suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Backing Unsafely.' The impact damaged the center back end of one vehicle and the front end of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸A sedan struck a 63-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Myrtle Ave. She suffered a back injury. The driver backed unsafely. The street stayed busy. The system failed her.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Myrtle Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver backed unsafely and confusion was noted as a factor. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The crash happened near Washington Park in Brooklyn. The driver was licensed and driving a Toyota sedan. The system left the pedestrian exposed.
E-Bike Hits Child Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
- Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-13
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on Lafayette Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Four others, including two infants, were hurt. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors. Steel clashed. The street paid the price.
Two SUVs collided on Lafayette Avenue at Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sixty-year-old male driver suffered a back injury and whiplash. Four others, including a thirty-one-year-old driver, a twenty-nine-year-old passenger, and two infants, were also injured. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. Both SUVs were traveling east and struck at the center front and back ends. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' were specified. The report does not mention helmet or signal use.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸A sedan backed unsafely on the BQE. A 22-year-old woman suffered a leg injury. The crash left bruises and pain. Unsafe backing caused the harm. The road did not forgive mistakes.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a sedan backing unsafely, striking another vehicle. A 22-year-old woman, driving the struck car, suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Backing Unsafely.' The impact damaged the center back end of one vehicle and the front end of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸A sedan struck a 63-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Myrtle Ave. She suffered a back injury. The driver backed unsafely. The street stayed busy. The system failed her.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Myrtle Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver backed unsafely and confusion was noted as a factor. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The crash happened near Washington Park in Brooklyn. The driver was licensed and driving a Toyota sedan. The system left the pedestrian exposed.
E-Bike Hits Child Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
Two SUVs slammed together on Lafayette Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Four others, including two infants, were hurt. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors. Steel clashed. The street paid the price.
Two SUVs collided on Lafayette Avenue at Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sixty-year-old male driver suffered a back injury and whiplash. Four others, including a thirty-one-year-old driver, a twenty-nine-year-old passenger, and two infants, were also injured. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. Both SUVs were traveling east and struck at the center front and back ends. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' were specified. The report does not mention helmet or signal use.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸A sedan backed unsafely on the BQE. A 22-year-old woman suffered a leg injury. The crash left bruises and pain. Unsafe backing caused the harm. The road did not forgive mistakes.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a sedan backing unsafely, striking another vehicle. A 22-year-old woman, driving the struck car, suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Backing Unsafely.' The impact damaged the center back end of one vehicle and the front end of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸A sedan struck a 63-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Myrtle Ave. She suffered a back injury. The driver backed unsafely. The street stayed busy. The system failed her.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Myrtle Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver backed unsafely and confusion was noted as a factor. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The crash happened near Washington Park in Brooklyn. The driver was licensed and driving a Toyota sedan. The system left the pedestrian exposed.
E-Bike Hits Child Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A sedan backed unsafely on the BQE. A 22-year-old woman suffered a leg injury. The crash left bruises and pain. Unsafe backing caused the harm. The road did not forgive mistakes.
A crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involved a sedan backing unsafely, striking another vehicle. A 22-year-old woman, driving the struck car, suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Backing Unsafely.' The impact damaged the center back end of one vehicle and the front end of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets▸Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
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Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-11
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸A sedan struck a 63-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Myrtle Ave. She suffered a back injury. The driver backed unsafely. The street stayed busy. The system failed her.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Myrtle Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver backed unsafely and confusion was noted as a factor. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The crash happened near Washington Park in Brooklyn. The driver was licensed and driving a Toyota sedan. The system left the pedestrian exposed.
E-Bike Hits Child Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
Parents in Greenpoint want cars out. A cyclist died at Monitor and Driggs. Children walk and bike to PS 110. The street stays dangerous. The city has not acted. Families wait. The threat of cars remains.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 11, 2025, that parents at Public School 110 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, are calling for a Paris-style school street to protect children. Their plan would turn Monitor Street into a cul-de-sac with a pedestrian plaza, add mid-block crossings, and close a slip lane to block cut-through traffic from the BQE. The push follows a fatal crash at Monitor and Driggs, where a driver killed 73-year-old cyclist Teddy Orzechowski. Streetsblog notes, 'Streets outside schools have higher crash and injury rates than the city average.' Most PS 110 families walk or bike, but the city has not responded to the proposal. The article highlights the persistent risk from drivers using local streets as shortcuts.
- Brooklyn Parents Demand Safer School Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-11
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Myrtle Ave▸A sedan struck a 63-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Myrtle Ave. She suffered a back injury. The driver backed unsafely. The street stayed busy. The system failed her.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Myrtle Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver backed unsafely and confusion was noted as a factor. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The crash happened near Washington Park in Brooklyn. The driver was licensed and driving a Toyota sedan. The system left the pedestrian exposed.
E-Bike Hits Child Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A sedan struck a 63-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Myrtle Ave. She suffered a back injury. The driver backed unsafely. The street stayed busy. The system failed her.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Myrtle Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver backed unsafely and confusion was noted as a factor. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The crash happened near Washington Park in Brooklyn. The driver was licensed and driving a Toyota sedan. The system left the pedestrian exposed.
E-Bike Hits Child Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A ten-year-old girl crossing Auburn Place was struck by an e-bike. She suffered injuries to her leg and was left in shock. The crash happened in a marked crosswalk. Unsafe speed and rider distraction played a role.
A ten-year-old pedestrian was injured when an e-bike struck her while she crossed Auburn Place at North Portland Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as being in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. The police report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights the dangers faced by young pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to control their speed and remain attentive.
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Hanson Place▸A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A cyclist took a hit on Hanson Place. An SUV driver failed to pay attention. The crash left the cyclist bruised and hurt in the back. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal struck flesh. The city moved on.
A crash on Hanson Place in Brooklyn involved a station wagon/SUV and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a back contusion and was injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver's lack of attention. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to focus on the road. The incident underscores a recurring pattern: vulnerable road users bear the brunt when drivers are distracted.
Sedan Turns Left, Passenger Injured on Classon▸A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A left-turning sedan struck a moped on Classon. One passenger suffered a bruised leg. Police cite passing too closely as a cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies collided. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Classon Avenue collided with a moped. According to the police report, one female passenger, age 45, sustained a knee and lower leg contusion. The crash involved two sedans and a moped, with five people listed as occupants. Police cite 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains passing too closely. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the dangers of close maneuvers on Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Suffers Head Fracture▸A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A sedan ran a control on Washington Ave. It struck a cyclist. The rider took the hit to the head. She left with a fractured skull. The street stayed silent. The car kept moving. The city counted another wound.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Washington Ave and Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 35-year-old woman, suffered a head fracture and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no driver actions by the cyclist as contributing factors. The impact left the cyclist with a distorted fracture and dislocation. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Driver Turns, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A car turned right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The driver failed to yield. A 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit. She suffered a bruised hip and leg. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A crash on Vanderbilt Avenue at Fulton Street in Brooklyn left a 31-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, the driver of a 2010 Honda car was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal when the car struck her, causing a contusion to her hip and upper leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver’s error put the pedestrian in harm’s way. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot in New York City’s streets.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run▸A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A pregnant woman stepped from her car after a crash. The other driver floored it, struck her, dragged her, then fled. She died at the hospital. The driver vanished into the night. Police search. Grief lingers on Van Buren Street.
According to the New York Post (published May 26, 2025), Tiffany Cifuni, 32, was killed after a minor collision at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Cifuni exited her Toyota 4Runner to check for damage. The driver of a Chevy Trax then accelerated, struck her from behind, dragged her, and sped away against traffic on a one-way street. The article states, "the driver of the Trax gunned it and struck Cifuni from behind, dragging her before speeding away." The suspect crashed into two more vehicles before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a car with temporary plates. The driver remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risk of hit-and-run drivers and the dangers posed by unchecked reckless driving on city streets.
- Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run, New York Post, Published 2025-05-26
2Sedans Collide on Fulton Street, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
Two sedans crashed at Fulton and Downing in Brooklyn. Metal twisted. Glass broke. A driver and a passenger were injured. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on. The wounded did not.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Downing Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver and a front-seat passenger suffered injuries, including whiplash and back pain. The crash involved a sedan going straight and another making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes that both injured persons were using lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants when drivers fail to yield, as documented in the official report.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
- Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-25
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian on Fulton▸A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy on Fulton Street. The child suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention. Impact came as the boy got off a vehicle. Streets remain hazardous for the young.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan while getting off a vehicle on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.