About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 10
▸ Crush Injuries 6
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 9
▸ Severe Lacerations 7
▸ Concussion 13
▸ Whiplash 68
▸ Contusion/Bruise 125
▸ Abrasion 76
▸ Pain/Nausea 25
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Eight Dead, No Excuses: Precinct 88’s Streets Are Killing Us
Precinct 88: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 16, 2025
The Deaths Keep Coming
In Precinct 88, the numbers do not lie. Eight people are dead. Seventeen more are left with serious injuries. Over a thousand have been hurt since 2022. The toll is steady, merciless. Each number is a name, a family, a life cut short or broken.
Pedestrians and cyclists take the worst of it. In the last twelve months alone, three people died and six suffered life-altering injuries. The dead are not just numbers. A 55-year-old woman, crushed by an SUV on Fulton Street. A 38-year-old man, killed at North Oxford and Flushing. The details are spare, but the loss is total. The street does not forgive.
The Machines That Kill
SUVs and cars do most of the damage. They are the weapon in 146 pedestrian injuries and deaths. Trucks and buses follow, then motorcycles and mopeds. Bikes hurt people too, but the scale is not the same. The pattern is clear. The bigger the vehicle, the deeper the wound.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
The city has tools. Speed cameras, lower limits, new laws. But the pace is slow. The carnage is not. The police have the power to enforce speed, to ticket reckless drivers, to watch the corners where people die. They just need to act.
Every crash is preventable. As one official noted after a double fatality, “There have been at least 98 traffic deaths citywide this year, down from 135 by the same point last year.” The numbers drop, but the dead remain. Another voice, from a family left behind: “It’s devastating. It’s affecting everyone in our family, especially (Ruiz’s) mom. Maddy was her only daughter,” said Ruiz’s sister-in-law.
The Call to Action
This is not fate. This is policy. The police in Precinct 88 can crack down on speeding, failure to yield, and reckless driving. Local leaders can lower speed limits, redesign streets, and demand enforcement. Residents can call, write, and show up until the killing stops.
Do not wait for another name to be added to the list. Demand action now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-12
- Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-12
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4623158 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-16
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Hit-And-Run Kills Two Near Food Pantry, ABC7, Published 2025-07-12
Other Representatives
District 52
341 Smith St., Brooklyn, NY 11231
Room 826, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 33
410 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
718-875-5200
250 Broadway, Suite 1748, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7214
District 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
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SUV Right-Front Hits Left-Turning Motorcycle▸Jul 13 - The driver of an SUV struck a left-turning motorcycle at Fulton and Lafayette. A motorcycle passenger suffered severe burns and arm injuries. Police recorded "Turning Improperly." The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
The driver of an SUV struck a motorcycle that was making a left turn at Fulton Street and Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn. One motorcycle occupant was injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Turning Improperly." The SUV was traveling west, going straight, and the point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The motorcycle was recorded as making a left turn and suffered center front-end damage. The motorcycle driver is listed as unlicensed. The injured person is a 33-year-old female rear passenger who suffered severe burns and elbow/arm/hand injuries, per the report.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two Near Food Pantry▸Jul 12 - A speeding car struck two men at dawn in Sunset Park. One pulled a cart. One walked with a cane. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police tracked the suspect to Staten Island.
ABC7 reported on July 12, 2025, that Juventino Anastacio Florentino, 23, was arraigned after a hit-and-run killed Faqiu Lin, 59, and Kex Un Chen, 80, at Third Avenue and 52nd Street. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. Florentino faces charges including manslaughter and reckless driving. Police used video and car debris to find the suspect. City Harvest said the victims "may have been on their way to our Mobile Market simply trying to access food." The crash highlights the danger for pedestrians near busy food distribution sites.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two Near Food Pantry,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-12
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Car Kills Two Crossing Brooklyn Street▸Jul 11 - A car tore through a Brooklyn intersection. Two people crossing died. The driver fled. Police caught a suspect. Lives ended on the street. Metal struck flesh. The city keeps counting.
CBS New York reported on July 11, 2025, that 'two people died when a car drove through a Brooklyn intersection early Friday, hitting and killing them as they crossed the street.' The driver fled the scene, making this a hit-and-run. Police later took a suspect into custody. The crash highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians at city intersections and the ongoing issue of drivers leaving crash scenes. No details on charges or policy changes were given.
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Car Kills Two Crossing Brooklyn Street,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
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Brooklyn Bike Lane Removal Sparks Outrage▸Jul 10 - City rips out Bedford Avenue bike lane. Cyclists lose safe passage. Judge sides with mayor. Injuries had dropped. Advocates warn: danger returns. Streets grow harsher for those outside cars.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-10) reports that Mayor Adams will remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue after a judge upheld the city’s decision. Advocates say this 'all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams's hands.' NYPD data showed injuries dropped after the lane’s installation. The city acted after complaints from local leaders. The lane sits on a 'Vision Zero Priority Corridor,' one of Brooklyn’s most dangerous streets. Cyclists and residents called the move political and warned it strips away proven safety. No driver errors cited, but the policy shift exposes vulnerable road users to renewed risk.
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Brooklyn Bike Lane Removal Sparks Outrage,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
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Sedans Collide on Williamsburg Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 8 - Two sedans crashed on Williamsburg St W. Outside distractions and inexperience led to impact. One driver suffered neck injury. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
Two sedans collided on Williamsburg Street West near Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, outside car distraction and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. One driver, age 26, suffered a neck injury. Another driver, age 20, was involved but not reported injured. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of the other. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Driver Hits Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 8 - The driver of a sedan hit a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention as contributing factors.
The driver of a sedan struck a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, “the collision involved a bike and a sedan, with contributing factors listed as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.'” Police recorded those driver errors. The report lists the bike and sedan as the vehicles involved and notes the point of impact on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, E-Bike Rider Hurt▸Jul 7 - A sedan ran a traffic control. The crash struck a 44-year-old e-bike rider on St James Place. He suffered leg abrasions. The car driver was unhurt. System failed to protect the cyclist.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on St James Place at Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The 44-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering abrasions to his leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was not hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The e-bike rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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SUV Disregarded Signal, Ejects 18‑Year‑Old Cyclist▸Jul 7 - An SUV ignored traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist on Clermont Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'
An SUV and a bicycle collided on Clermont Avenue at Greene Avenue in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg; police noted a contusion. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver. The SUV was southbound and the bicycle westbound; both were reported as going straight ahead. The SUV's left front bumper was damaged. Two occupants in the SUV were involved and not seriously hurt. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV Turns, Strikes Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 5 - SUV turned right on Vanderbilt. Cyclist hit, hip bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Three SUV occupants unhurt. System failed to protect the rider.
A southbound SUV struck a cyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue while making a right turn. The 34-year-old cyclist suffered a hip contusion. Three SUV occupants were not injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary factor was the driver's failure to yield. The collision highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at intersections.
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Motorcyclist Killed on BQE After Ejection▸Jul 3 - A 55-year-old motorcyclist died on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. He was ejected. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet. The crash left one dead, no others hurt.
A 55-year-old man driving a motorcycle west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was killed after being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was unlicensed and wore a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the motorcyclist dead at the scene.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway▸Jun 29 - An SUV hit and killed an eight-year-old boy as he crossed Eastern Parkway with his sister. The driver stayed. Blood washed from the street. The boy died at the hospital. The crash left a family and a community shattered.
According to the New York Post (2025-06-29), an eight-year-old boy was killed by a black Honda Pilot while crossing Eastern Parkway at Albany Street in Crown Heights. The article states, "A black Honda Pilot slammed into eight-year-old Mordechai Keller as he crossed Eastern Parkway at Albany Street at 5:33 p.m." The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene and was not arrested. The crash is under investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger for pedestrians in Brooklyn, especially at busy intersections. No charges have been filed, and officials cleaned the scene in accordance with religious customs.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-29
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Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸Jun 28 - 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.
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Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
21
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
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SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
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Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jul 13 - The driver of an SUV struck a left-turning motorcycle at Fulton and Lafayette. A motorcycle passenger suffered severe burns and arm injuries. Police recorded "Turning Improperly." The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
The driver of an SUV struck a motorcycle that was making a left turn at Fulton Street and Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn. One motorcycle occupant was injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Turning Improperly." The SUV was traveling west, going straight, and the point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The motorcycle was recorded as making a left turn and suffered center front-end damage. The motorcycle driver is listed as unlicensed. The injured person is a 33-year-old female rear passenger who suffered severe burns and elbow/arm/hand injuries, per the report.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two Near Food Pantry▸Jul 12 - A speeding car struck two men at dawn in Sunset Park. One pulled a cart. One walked with a cane. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police tracked the suspect to Staten Island.
ABC7 reported on July 12, 2025, that Juventino Anastacio Florentino, 23, was arraigned after a hit-and-run killed Faqiu Lin, 59, and Kex Un Chen, 80, at Third Avenue and 52nd Street. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. Florentino faces charges including manslaughter and reckless driving. Police used video and car debris to find the suspect. City Harvest said the victims "may have been on their way to our Mobile Market simply trying to access food." The crash highlights the danger for pedestrians near busy food distribution sites.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two Near Food Pantry,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Car Kills Two Crossing Brooklyn Street▸Jul 11 - A car tore through a Brooklyn intersection. Two people crossing died. The driver fled. Police caught a suspect. Lives ended on the street. Metal struck flesh. The city keeps counting.
CBS New York reported on July 11, 2025, that 'two people died when a car drove through a Brooklyn intersection early Friday, hitting and killing them as they crossed the street.' The driver fled the scene, making this a hit-and-run. Police later took a suspect into custody. The crash highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians at city intersections and the ongoing issue of drivers leaving crash scenes. No details on charges or policy changes were given.
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Car Kills Two Crossing Brooklyn Street,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
10
Brooklyn Bike Lane Removal Sparks Outrage▸Jul 10 - City rips out Bedford Avenue bike lane. Cyclists lose safe passage. Judge sides with mayor. Injuries had dropped. Advocates warn: danger returns. Streets grow harsher for those outside cars.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-10) reports that Mayor Adams will remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue after a judge upheld the city’s decision. Advocates say this 'all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams's hands.' NYPD data showed injuries dropped after the lane’s installation. The city acted after complaints from local leaders. The lane sits on a 'Vision Zero Priority Corridor,' one of Brooklyn’s most dangerous streets. Cyclists and residents called the move political and warned it strips away proven safety. No driver errors cited, but the policy shift exposes vulnerable road users to renewed risk.
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Brooklyn Bike Lane Removal Sparks Outrage,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
8
Sedans Collide on Williamsburg Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 8 - Two sedans crashed on Williamsburg St W. Outside distractions and inexperience led to impact. One driver suffered neck injury. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
Two sedans collided on Williamsburg Street West near Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, outside car distraction and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. One driver, age 26, suffered a neck injury. Another driver, age 20, was involved but not reported injured. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of the other. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Driver Hits Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 8 - The driver of a sedan hit a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention as contributing factors.
The driver of a sedan struck a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, “the collision involved a bike and a sedan, with contributing factors listed as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.'” Police recorded those driver errors. The report lists the bike and sedan as the vehicles involved and notes the point of impact on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, E-Bike Rider Hurt▸Jul 7 - A sedan ran a traffic control. The crash struck a 44-year-old e-bike rider on St James Place. He suffered leg abrasions. The car driver was unhurt. System failed to protect the cyclist.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on St James Place at Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The 44-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering abrasions to his leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was not hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The e-bike rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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SUV Disregarded Signal, Ejects 18‑Year‑Old Cyclist▸Jul 7 - An SUV ignored traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist on Clermont Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'
An SUV and a bicycle collided on Clermont Avenue at Greene Avenue in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg; police noted a contusion. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver. The SUV was southbound and the bicycle westbound; both were reported as going straight ahead. The SUV's left front bumper was damaged. Two occupants in the SUV were involved and not seriously hurt. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV Turns, Strikes Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 5 - SUV turned right on Vanderbilt. Cyclist hit, hip bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Three SUV occupants unhurt. System failed to protect the rider.
A southbound SUV struck a cyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue while making a right turn. The 34-year-old cyclist suffered a hip contusion. Three SUV occupants were not injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary factor was the driver's failure to yield. The collision highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at intersections.
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Motorcyclist Killed on BQE After Ejection▸Jul 3 - A 55-year-old motorcyclist died on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. He was ejected. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet. The crash left one dead, no others hurt.
A 55-year-old man driving a motorcycle west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was killed after being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was unlicensed and wore a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the motorcyclist dead at the scene.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway▸Jun 29 - An SUV hit and killed an eight-year-old boy as he crossed Eastern Parkway with his sister. The driver stayed. Blood washed from the street. The boy died at the hospital. The crash left a family and a community shattered.
According to the New York Post (2025-06-29), an eight-year-old boy was killed by a black Honda Pilot while crossing Eastern Parkway at Albany Street in Crown Heights. The article states, "A black Honda Pilot slammed into eight-year-old Mordechai Keller as he crossed Eastern Parkway at Albany Street at 5:33 p.m." The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene and was not arrested. The crash is under investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger for pedestrians in Brooklyn, especially at busy intersections. No charges have been filed, and officials cleaned the scene in accordance with religious customs.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-29
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Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸Jun 28 - 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.
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Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
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SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
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Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jul 12 - A speeding car struck two men at dawn in Sunset Park. One pulled a cart. One walked with a cane. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police tracked the suspect to Staten Island.
ABC7 reported on July 12, 2025, that Juventino Anastacio Florentino, 23, was arraigned after a hit-and-run killed Faqiu Lin, 59, and Kex Un Chen, 80, at Third Avenue and 52nd Street. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. Florentino faces charges including manslaughter and reckless driving. Police used video and car debris to find the suspect. City Harvest said the victims "may have been on their way to our Mobile Market simply trying to access food." The crash highlights the danger for pedestrians near busy food distribution sites.
- Hit-And-Run Kills Two Near Food Pantry, ABC7, Published 2025-07-12
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Car Kills Two Crossing Brooklyn Street▸Jul 11 - A car tore through a Brooklyn intersection. Two people crossing died. The driver fled. Police caught a suspect. Lives ended on the street. Metal struck flesh. The city keeps counting.
CBS New York reported on July 11, 2025, that 'two people died when a car drove through a Brooklyn intersection early Friday, hitting and killing them as they crossed the street.' The driver fled the scene, making this a hit-and-run. Police later took a suspect into custody. The crash highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians at city intersections and the ongoing issue of drivers leaving crash scenes. No details on charges or policy changes were given.
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Car Kills Two Crossing Brooklyn Street,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
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Brooklyn Bike Lane Removal Sparks Outrage▸Jul 10 - City rips out Bedford Avenue bike lane. Cyclists lose safe passage. Judge sides with mayor. Injuries had dropped. Advocates warn: danger returns. Streets grow harsher for those outside cars.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-10) reports that Mayor Adams will remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue after a judge upheld the city’s decision. Advocates say this 'all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams's hands.' NYPD data showed injuries dropped after the lane’s installation. The city acted after complaints from local leaders. The lane sits on a 'Vision Zero Priority Corridor,' one of Brooklyn’s most dangerous streets. Cyclists and residents called the move political and warned it strips away proven safety. No driver errors cited, but the policy shift exposes vulnerable road users to renewed risk.
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Brooklyn Bike Lane Removal Sparks Outrage,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
8
Sedans Collide on Williamsburg Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 8 - Two sedans crashed on Williamsburg St W. Outside distractions and inexperience led to impact. One driver suffered neck injury. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
Two sedans collided on Williamsburg Street West near Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, outside car distraction and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. One driver, age 26, suffered a neck injury. Another driver, age 20, was involved but not reported injured. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of the other. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Driver Hits Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 8 - The driver of a sedan hit a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention as contributing factors.
The driver of a sedan struck a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, “the collision involved a bike and a sedan, with contributing factors listed as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.'” Police recorded those driver errors. The report lists the bike and sedan as the vehicles involved and notes the point of impact on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, E-Bike Rider Hurt▸Jul 7 - A sedan ran a traffic control. The crash struck a 44-year-old e-bike rider on St James Place. He suffered leg abrasions. The car driver was unhurt. System failed to protect the cyclist.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on St James Place at Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The 44-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering abrasions to his leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was not hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The e-bike rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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SUV Disregarded Signal, Ejects 18‑Year‑Old Cyclist▸Jul 7 - An SUV ignored traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist on Clermont Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'
An SUV and a bicycle collided on Clermont Avenue at Greene Avenue in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg; police noted a contusion. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver. The SUV was southbound and the bicycle westbound; both were reported as going straight ahead. The SUV's left front bumper was damaged. Two occupants in the SUV were involved and not seriously hurt. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV Turns, Strikes Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 5 - SUV turned right on Vanderbilt. Cyclist hit, hip bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Three SUV occupants unhurt. System failed to protect the rider.
A southbound SUV struck a cyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue while making a right turn. The 34-year-old cyclist suffered a hip contusion. Three SUV occupants were not injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary factor was the driver's failure to yield. The collision highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at intersections.
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Motorcyclist Killed on BQE After Ejection▸Jul 3 - A 55-year-old motorcyclist died on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. He was ejected. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet. The crash left one dead, no others hurt.
A 55-year-old man driving a motorcycle west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was killed after being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was unlicensed and wore a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the motorcyclist dead at the scene.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway▸Jun 29 - An SUV hit and killed an eight-year-old boy as he crossed Eastern Parkway with his sister. The driver stayed. Blood washed from the street. The boy died at the hospital. The crash left a family and a community shattered.
According to the New York Post (2025-06-29), an eight-year-old boy was killed by a black Honda Pilot while crossing Eastern Parkway at Albany Street in Crown Heights. The article states, "A black Honda Pilot slammed into eight-year-old Mordechai Keller as he crossed Eastern Parkway at Albany Street at 5:33 p.m." The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene and was not arrested. The crash is under investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger for pedestrians in Brooklyn, especially at busy intersections. No charges have been filed, and officials cleaned the scene in accordance with religious customs.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-29
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Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸Jun 28 - 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.
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Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
21
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jul 11 - A car tore through a Brooklyn intersection. Two people crossing died. The driver fled. Police caught a suspect. Lives ended on the street. Metal struck flesh. The city keeps counting.
CBS New York reported on July 11, 2025, that 'two people died when a car drove through a Brooklyn intersection early Friday, hitting and killing them as they crossed the street.' The driver fled the scene, making this a hit-and-run. Police later took a suspect into custody. The crash highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians at city intersections and the ongoing issue of drivers leaving crash scenes. No details on charges or policy changes were given.
- Car Kills Two Crossing Brooklyn Street, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
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Brooklyn Bike Lane Removal Sparks Outrage▸Jul 10 - City rips out Bedford Avenue bike lane. Cyclists lose safe passage. Judge sides with mayor. Injuries had dropped. Advocates warn: danger returns. Streets grow harsher for those outside cars.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-10) reports that Mayor Adams will remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue after a judge upheld the city’s decision. Advocates say this 'all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams's hands.' NYPD data showed injuries dropped after the lane’s installation. The city acted after complaints from local leaders. The lane sits on a 'Vision Zero Priority Corridor,' one of Brooklyn’s most dangerous streets. Cyclists and residents called the move political and warned it strips away proven safety. No driver errors cited, but the policy shift exposes vulnerable road users to renewed risk.
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Brooklyn Bike Lane Removal Sparks Outrage,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
8
Sedans Collide on Williamsburg Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 8 - Two sedans crashed on Williamsburg St W. Outside distractions and inexperience led to impact. One driver suffered neck injury. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
Two sedans collided on Williamsburg Street West near Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, outside car distraction and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. One driver, age 26, suffered a neck injury. Another driver, age 20, was involved but not reported injured. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of the other. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Driver Hits Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 8 - The driver of a sedan hit a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention as contributing factors.
The driver of a sedan struck a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, “the collision involved a bike and a sedan, with contributing factors listed as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.'” Police recorded those driver errors. The report lists the bike and sedan as the vehicles involved and notes the point of impact on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, E-Bike Rider Hurt▸Jul 7 - A sedan ran a traffic control. The crash struck a 44-year-old e-bike rider on St James Place. He suffered leg abrasions. The car driver was unhurt. System failed to protect the cyclist.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on St James Place at Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The 44-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering abrasions to his leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was not hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The e-bike rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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SUV Disregarded Signal, Ejects 18‑Year‑Old Cyclist▸Jul 7 - An SUV ignored traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist on Clermont Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'
An SUV and a bicycle collided on Clermont Avenue at Greene Avenue in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg; police noted a contusion. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver. The SUV was southbound and the bicycle westbound; both were reported as going straight ahead. The SUV's left front bumper was damaged. Two occupants in the SUV were involved and not seriously hurt. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV Turns, Strikes Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 5 - SUV turned right on Vanderbilt. Cyclist hit, hip bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Three SUV occupants unhurt. System failed to protect the rider.
A southbound SUV struck a cyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue while making a right turn. The 34-year-old cyclist suffered a hip contusion. Three SUV occupants were not injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary factor was the driver's failure to yield. The collision highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at intersections.
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Motorcyclist Killed on BQE After Ejection▸Jul 3 - A 55-year-old motorcyclist died on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. He was ejected. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet. The crash left one dead, no others hurt.
A 55-year-old man driving a motorcycle west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was killed after being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was unlicensed and wore a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the motorcyclist dead at the scene.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway▸Jun 29 - An SUV hit and killed an eight-year-old boy as he crossed Eastern Parkway with his sister. The driver stayed. Blood washed from the street. The boy died at the hospital. The crash left a family and a community shattered.
According to the New York Post (2025-06-29), an eight-year-old boy was killed by a black Honda Pilot while crossing Eastern Parkway at Albany Street in Crown Heights. The article states, "A black Honda Pilot slammed into eight-year-old Mordechai Keller as he crossed Eastern Parkway at Albany Street at 5:33 p.m." The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene and was not arrested. The crash is under investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger for pedestrians in Brooklyn, especially at busy intersections. No charges have been filed, and officials cleaned the scene in accordance with religious customs.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-29
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Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸Jun 28 - 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.
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Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
21
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
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SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
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SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
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Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jul 10 - City rips out Bedford Avenue bike lane. Cyclists lose safe passage. Judge sides with mayor. Injuries had dropped. Advocates warn: danger returns. Streets grow harsher for those outside cars.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-10) reports that Mayor Adams will remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue after a judge upheld the city’s decision. Advocates say this 'all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams's hands.' NYPD data showed injuries dropped after the lane’s installation. The city acted after complaints from local leaders. The lane sits on a 'Vision Zero Priority Corridor,' one of Brooklyn’s most dangerous streets. Cyclists and residents called the move political and warned it strips away proven safety. No driver errors cited, but the policy shift exposes vulnerable road users to renewed risk.
- Brooklyn Bike Lane Removal Sparks Outrage, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-10
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Sedans Collide on Williamsburg Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 8 - Two sedans crashed on Williamsburg St W. Outside distractions and inexperience led to impact. One driver suffered neck injury. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
Two sedans collided on Williamsburg Street West near Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, outside car distraction and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. One driver, age 26, suffered a neck injury. Another driver, age 20, was involved but not reported injured. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of the other. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Driver Hits Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 8 - The driver of a sedan hit a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention as contributing factors.
The driver of a sedan struck a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, “the collision involved a bike and a sedan, with contributing factors listed as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.'” Police recorded those driver errors. The report lists the bike and sedan as the vehicles involved and notes the point of impact on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, E-Bike Rider Hurt▸Jul 7 - A sedan ran a traffic control. The crash struck a 44-year-old e-bike rider on St James Place. He suffered leg abrasions. The car driver was unhurt. System failed to protect the cyclist.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on St James Place at Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The 44-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering abrasions to his leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was not hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The e-bike rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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SUV Disregarded Signal, Ejects 18‑Year‑Old Cyclist▸Jul 7 - An SUV ignored traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist on Clermont Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'
An SUV and a bicycle collided on Clermont Avenue at Greene Avenue in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg; police noted a contusion. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver. The SUV was southbound and the bicycle westbound; both were reported as going straight ahead. The SUV's left front bumper was damaged. Two occupants in the SUV were involved and not seriously hurt. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV Turns, Strikes Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 5 - SUV turned right on Vanderbilt. Cyclist hit, hip bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Three SUV occupants unhurt. System failed to protect the rider.
A southbound SUV struck a cyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue while making a right turn. The 34-year-old cyclist suffered a hip contusion. Three SUV occupants were not injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary factor was the driver's failure to yield. The collision highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at intersections.
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Motorcyclist Killed on BQE After Ejection▸Jul 3 - A 55-year-old motorcyclist died on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. He was ejected. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet. The crash left one dead, no others hurt.
A 55-year-old man driving a motorcycle west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was killed after being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was unlicensed and wore a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the motorcyclist dead at the scene.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway▸Jun 29 - An SUV hit and killed an eight-year-old boy as he crossed Eastern Parkway with his sister. The driver stayed. Blood washed from the street. The boy died at the hospital. The crash left a family and a community shattered.
According to the New York Post (2025-06-29), an eight-year-old boy was killed by a black Honda Pilot while crossing Eastern Parkway at Albany Street in Crown Heights. The article states, "A black Honda Pilot slammed into eight-year-old Mordechai Keller as he crossed Eastern Parkway at Albany Street at 5:33 p.m." The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene and was not arrested. The crash is under investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger for pedestrians in Brooklyn, especially at busy intersections. No charges have been filed, and officials cleaned the scene in accordance with religious customs.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-29
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Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸Jun 28 - 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.
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Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
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SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
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SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
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Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jul 8 - Two sedans crashed on Williamsburg St W. Outside distractions and inexperience led to impact. One driver suffered neck injury. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
Two sedans collided on Williamsburg Street West near Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, outside car distraction and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. One driver, age 26, suffered a neck injury. Another driver, age 20, was involved but not reported injured. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of the other. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Driver Hits Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 8 - The driver of a sedan hit a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention as contributing factors.
The driver of a sedan struck a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, “the collision involved a bike and a sedan, with contributing factors listed as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.'” Police recorded those driver errors. The report lists the bike and sedan as the vehicles involved and notes the point of impact on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, E-Bike Rider Hurt▸Jul 7 - A sedan ran a traffic control. The crash struck a 44-year-old e-bike rider on St James Place. He suffered leg abrasions. The car driver was unhurt. System failed to protect the cyclist.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on St James Place at Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The 44-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering abrasions to his leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was not hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The e-bike rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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SUV Disregarded Signal, Ejects 18‑Year‑Old Cyclist▸Jul 7 - An SUV ignored traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist on Clermont Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'
An SUV and a bicycle collided on Clermont Avenue at Greene Avenue in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg; police noted a contusion. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver. The SUV was southbound and the bicycle westbound; both were reported as going straight ahead. The SUV's left front bumper was damaged. Two occupants in the SUV were involved and not seriously hurt. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV Turns, Strikes Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 5 - SUV turned right on Vanderbilt. Cyclist hit, hip bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Three SUV occupants unhurt. System failed to protect the rider.
A southbound SUV struck a cyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue while making a right turn. The 34-year-old cyclist suffered a hip contusion. Three SUV occupants were not injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary factor was the driver's failure to yield. The collision highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at intersections.
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Motorcyclist Killed on BQE After Ejection▸Jul 3 - A 55-year-old motorcyclist died on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. He was ejected. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet. The crash left one dead, no others hurt.
A 55-year-old man driving a motorcycle west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was killed after being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was unlicensed and wore a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the motorcyclist dead at the scene.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway▸Jun 29 - An SUV hit and killed an eight-year-old boy as he crossed Eastern Parkway with his sister. The driver stayed. Blood washed from the street. The boy died at the hospital. The crash left a family and a community shattered.
According to the New York Post (2025-06-29), an eight-year-old boy was killed by a black Honda Pilot while crossing Eastern Parkway at Albany Street in Crown Heights. The article states, "A black Honda Pilot slammed into eight-year-old Mordechai Keller as he crossed Eastern Parkway at Albany Street at 5:33 p.m." The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene and was not arrested. The crash is under investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger for pedestrians in Brooklyn, especially at busy intersections. No charges have been filed, and officials cleaned the scene in accordance with religious customs.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-29
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Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸Jun 28 - 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.
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Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
21
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jul 8 - The driver of a sedan hit a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention as contributing factors.
The driver of a sedan struck a 28-year-old bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist suffered severe lacerations to his upper arm and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, “the collision involved a bike and a sedan, with contributing factors listed as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.'” Police recorded those driver errors. The report lists the bike and sedan as the vehicles involved and notes the point of impact on the right front quarter panel of both vehicles.
7
Sedan Ignores Signal, E-Bike Rider Hurt▸Jul 7 - A sedan ran a traffic control. The crash struck a 44-year-old e-bike rider on St James Place. He suffered leg abrasions. The car driver was unhurt. System failed to protect the cyclist.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on St James Place at Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The 44-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering abrasions to his leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was not hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The e-bike rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
7
SUV Disregarded Signal, Ejects 18‑Year‑Old Cyclist▸Jul 7 - An SUV ignored traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist on Clermont Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'
An SUV and a bicycle collided on Clermont Avenue at Greene Avenue in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg; police noted a contusion. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver. The SUV was southbound and the bicycle westbound; both were reported as going straight ahead. The SUV's left front bumper was damaged. Two occupants in the SUV were involved and not seriously hurt. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV Turns, Strikes Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 5 - SUV turned right on Vanderbilt. Cyclist hit, hip bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Three SUV occupants unhurt. System failed to protect the rider.
A southbound SUV struck a cyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue while making a right turn. The 34-year-old cyclist suffered a hip contusion. Three SUV occupants were not injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary factor was the driver's failure to yield. The collision highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at intersections.
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Motorcyclist Killed on BQE After Ejection▸Jul 3 - A 55-year-old motorcyclist died on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. He was ejected. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet. The crash left one dead, no others hurt.
A 55-year-old man driving a motorcycle west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was killed after being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was unlicensed and wore a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the motorcyclist dead at the scene.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway▸Jun 29 - An SUV hit and killed an eight-year-old boy as he crossed Eastern Parkway with his sister. The driver stayed. Blood washed from the street. The boy died at the hospital. The crash left a family and a community shattered.
According to the New York Post (2025-06-29), an eight-year-old boy was killed by a black Honda Pilot while crossing Eastern Parkway at Albany Street in Crown Heights. The article states, "A black Honda Pilot slammed into eight-year-old Mordechai Keller as he crossed Eastern Parkway at Albany Street at 5:33 p.m." The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene and was not arrested. The crash is under investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger for pedestrians in Brooklyn, especially at busy intersections. No charges have been filed, and officials cleaned the scene in accordance with religious customs.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-29
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Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸Jun 28 - 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.
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Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
21
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jul 7 - A sedan ran a traffic control. The crash struck a 44-year-old e-bike rider on St James Place. He suffered leg abrasions. The car driver was unhurt. System failed to protect the cyclist.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on St James Place at Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The 44-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering abrasions to his leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was not hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The e-bike rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
7
SUV Disregarded Signal, Ejects 18‑Year‑Old Cyclist▸Jul 7 - An SUV ignored traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist on Clermont Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'
An SUV and a bicycle collided on Clermont Avenue at Greene Avenue in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg; police noted a contusion. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver. The SUV was southbound and the bicycle westbound; both were reported as going straight ahead. The SUV's left front bumper was damaged. Two occupants in the SUV were involved and not seriously hurt. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
5
SUV Turns, Strikes Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 5 - SUV turned right on Vanderbilt. Cyclist hit, hip bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Three SUV occupants unhurt. System failed to protect the rider.
A southbound SUV struck a cyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue while making a right turn. The 34-year-old cyclist suffered a hip contusion. Three SUV occupants were not injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary factor was the driver's failure to yield. The collision highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at intersections.
3
Motorcyclist Killed on BQE After Ejection▸Jul 3 - A 55-year-old motorcyclist died on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. He was ejected. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet. The crash left one dead, no others hurt.
A 55-year-old man driving a motorcycle west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was killed after being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was unlicensed and wore a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the motorcyclist dead at the scene.
29
SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway▸Jun 29 - An SUV hit and killed an eight-year-old boy as he crossed Eastern Parkway with his sister. The driver stayed. Blood washed from the street. The boy died at the hospital. The crash left a family and a community shattered.
According to the New York Post (2025-06-29), an eight-year-old boy was killed by a black Honda Pilot while crossing Eastern Parkway at Albany Street in Crown Heights. The article states, "A black Honda Pilot slammed into eight-year-old Mordechai Keller as he crossed Eastern Parkway at Albany Street at 5:33 p.m." The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene and was not arrested. The crash is under investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger for pedestrians in Brooklyn, especially at busy intersections. No charges have been filed, and officials cleaned the scene in accordance with religious customs.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸Jun 28 - 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.
25
Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
21
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jul 7 - An SUV ignored traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist on Clermont Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'
An SUV and a bicycle collided on Clermont Avenue at Greene Avenue in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg; police noted a contusion. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver. The SUV was southbound and the bicycle westbound; both were reported as going straight ahead. The SUV's left front bumper was damaged. Two occupants in the SUV were involved and not seriously hurt. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
5
SUV Turns, Strikes Cyclist on Vanderbilt▸Jul 5 - SUV turned right on Vanderbilt. Cyclist hit, hip bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Three SUV occupants unhurt. System failed to protect the rider.
A southbound SUV struck a cyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue while making a right turn. The 34-year-old cyclist suffered a hip contusion. Three SUV occupants were not injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary factor was the driver's failure to yield. The collision highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at intersections.
3
Motorcyclist Killed on BQE After Ejection▸Jul 3 - A 55-year-old motorcyclist died on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. He was ejected. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet. The crash left one dead, no others hurt.
A 55-year-old man driving a motorcycle west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was killed after being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was unlicensed and wore a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the motorcyclist dead at the scene.
29
SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway▸Jun 29 - An SUV hit and killed an eight-year-old boy as he crossed Eastern Parkway with his sister. The driver stayed. Blood washed from the street. The boy died at the hospital. The crash left a family and a community shattered.
According to the New York Post (2025-06-29), an eight-year-old boy was killed by a black Honda Pilot while crossing Eastern Parkway at Albany Street in Crown Heights. The article states, "A black Honda Pilot slammed into eight-year-old Mordechai Keller as he crossed Eastern Parkway at Albany Street at 5:33 p.m." The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene and was not arrested. The crash is under investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger for pedestrians in Brooklyn, especially at busy intersections. No charges have been filed, and officials cleaned the scene in accordance with religious customs.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸Jun 28 - 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.
25
Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
21
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jul 5 - SUV turned right on Vanderbilt. Cyclist hit, hip bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Three SUV occupants unhurt. System failed to protect the rider.
A southbound SUV struck a cyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue while making a right turn. The 34-year-old cyclist suffered a hip contusion. Three SUV occupants were not injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary factor was the driver's failure to yield. The collision highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at intersections.
3
Motorcyclist Killed on BQE After Ejection▸Jul 3 - A 55-year-old motorcyclist died on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. He was ejected. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet. The crash left one dead, no others hurt.
A 55-year-old man driving a motorcycle west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was killed after being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was unlicensed and wore a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the motorcyclist dead at the scene.
29
SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway▸Jun 29 - An SUV hit and killed an eight-year-old boy as he crossed Eastern Parkway with his sister. The driver stayed. Blood washed from the street. The boy died at the hospital. The crash left a family and a community shattered.
According to the New York Post (2025-06-29), an eight-year-old boy was killed by a black Honda Pilot while crossing Eastern Parkway at Albany Street in Crown Heights. The article states, "A black Honda Pilot slammed into eight-year-old Mordechai Keller as he crossed Eastern Parkway at Albany Street at 5:33 p.m." The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene and was not arrested. The crash is under investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger for pedestrians in Brooklyn, especially at busy intersections. No charges have been filed, and officials cleaned the scene in accordance with religious customs.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸Jun 28 - 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.
25
Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
21
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jul 3 - A 55-year-old motorcyclist died on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. He was ejected. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet. The crash left one dead, no others hurt.
A 55-year-old man driving a motorcycle west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was killed after being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was unlicensed and wore a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the motorcyclist dead at the scene.
29
SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway▸Jun 29 - An SUV hit and killed an eight-year-old boy as he crossed Eastern Parkway with his sister. The driver stayed. Blood washed from the street. The boy died at the hospital. The crash left a family and a community shattered.
According to the New York Post (2025-06-29), an eight-year-old boy was killed by a black Honda Pilot while crossing Eastern Parkway at Albany Street in Crown Heights. The article states, "A black Honda Pilot slammed into eight-year-old Mordechai Keller as he crossed Eastern Parkway at Albany Street at 5:33 p.m." The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene and was not arrested. The crash is under investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger for pedestrians in Brooklyn, especially at busy intersections. No charges have been filed, and officials cleaned the scene in accordance with religious customs.
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SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸Jun 28 - 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.
25
Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
21
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jun 29 - An SUV hit and killed an eight-year-old boy as he crossed Eastern Parkway with his sister. The driver stayed. Blood washed from the street. The boy died at the hospital. The crash left a family and a community shattered.
According to the New York Post (2025-06-29), an eight-year-old boy was killed by a black Honda Pilot while crossing Eastern Parkway at Albany Street in Crown Heights. The article states, "A black Honda Pilot slammed into eight-year-old Mordechai Keller as he crossed Eastern Parkway at Albany Street at 5:33 p.m." The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene and was not arrested. The crash is under investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger for pedestrians in Brooklyn, especially at busy intersections. No charges have been filed, and officials cleaned the scene in accordance with religious customs.
- SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway, New York Post, Published 2025-06-29
28
Taxi and SUV Collide on Dekalb Avenue▸Jun 28 - 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.
25
Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
21
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
-
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
-
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jun 28 - 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.
25
Cyclist Ejected and Injured on Fulton Street▸Jun 25 - 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.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
21
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
-
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
-
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jun 25 - 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.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Flatbush and Lafayette▸Jun 23 - 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.
22
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
21
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
-
City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
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SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
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Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jun 23 - 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.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸Jun 22 - 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
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
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SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
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Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jun 22 - 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
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE▸Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-06-21
18
Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jun 21 - Heavy trucks pound the BQE. The city will ticket Staten Island-bound rigs. Sensors catch the violators. The road crumbles under weight it cannot bear. Warnings are over. Fines begin. The system aims to cut danger and slow decay.
Gothamist (2025-06-21) reports that New York City will start ticketing overweight Staten Island-bound trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The Department of Transportation will fine violators $650 per incident, using in-road sensors to detect excess weight. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Overweight trucks cause wear and tear on our roadways and we all pay the price through expensive repairs to our infrastructure." The city issued over 3,000 warnings during a 90-day grace period. Similar enforcement on Queens-bound trucks led to a 60% drop in overweight vehicles. Albany has approved expanding this automated system to more city roadways. The BQE’s aging structure faces risk from trucks exceeding its design limits, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
- City Targets Overweight Trucks On BQE, Gothamist, Published 2025-06-21
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
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Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-18
17
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jun 18 - A Brooklyn judge stopped the city from tearing out a protected bike lane. Cyclists and children face danger when lanes vanish. The city acted fast, without notice. The fight for safe passage on Bedford Avenue continues in court.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 18, 2025, that Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo halted New York City's plan to remove three blocks of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The court found the city may have acted "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" by ordering the removal without proper legal notice. City law requires the Department of Transportation to notify local officials and allow time for public discussion, but, as the court papers state, "DOT did not provide the required notice." Plaintiffs argued that removing the lane would "irreparably" harm cyclists, especially children. The city claimed it would only shift the lane, not remove it, but advocates countered that any removal increases danger. The case highlights the need for transparent processes and the risks when safety infrastructure is hastily altered.
- Judge Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-18
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SUV Strikes Cyclist on Washington Avenue▸Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jun 17 - 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.'
12
SUVs Crash on Lafayette Avenue, Five Hurt▸Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jun 12 - 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.
11
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Injures Young Driver▸Jun 11 - 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.
Jun 11 - 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.