Four Dead, Hundreds Hurt—Precinct 94’s Streets Are Killing Fields

A 25-year-old man suffered back abrasions and shock after being struck by an eastbound SUV while crossing outside a crosswalk. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating low-speed impact. The pedestrian’s confusion contributed to the crash, according to police.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured at 10:20 AM in Brooklyn near Kent Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when he was struck by a 2017 Nissan SUV traveling eastbound. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed and going straight ahead. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, highlighting the pedestrian’s actions rather than driver error. The pedestrian suffered back abrasions and was in shock. No driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The incident underscores the risks pedestrians face even when vehicles are not visibly damaged and drivers are compliant.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769715, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Jeep turned right on McGuinness. A moped slammed into its side. The rider, thirty-three, chest crushed, partly thrown, breathing but battered. Steel and flesh collided. The street fell silent, danger written in bent metal.

A collision unfolded on McGuinness Boulevard in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a Jeep made a right turn and a northbound moped struck its side. The moped rider, a 33-year-old man, suffered chest crush injuries and was partially ejected from his vehicle. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The Jeep’s right side doors bore the brunt of the impact. The moped’s front end was destroyed. The moped rider was unlicensed, but the report centers driver error—failure to yield—as a primary cause. The violence of the crash left the street quiet, the aftermath marked by twisted metal and injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770347, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 37-year-old man suffered a severe arm fracture while crossing Kent Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the intersection. The police report lists no driver errors or victim contributing factors, highlighting systemic risks at this crossing.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Kent Avenue while crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify any contributing factors related to driver error or vehicle type. No driver license or vehicle details were recorded, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The absence of cited driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding underscores the systemic dangers present at this intersection. This incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when crossing legally and the need for further investigation into intersection safety.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769346, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An unlicensed male driver backing a 2012 SUV on Java Street struck an 87-year-old woman crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and shock. The crash exposed dangers of unsafe vehicle maneuvers in Brooklyn.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 AM on Java Street in Brooklyn. The driver, a male operating a 2012 Chevrolet SUV, was unlicensed and was "Entering Parked Position" when he backed the vehicle unsafely. This action is cited as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian, an 87-year-old female, was crossing outside a crosswalk when struck. She sustained a back injury and was in shock, with no visible complaints noted. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The report explicitly lists "Backing Unsafely" as the driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian. This incident highlights the systemic danger posed by unlicensed drivers performing unsafe backing maneuvers in Brooklyn neighborhoods.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765220, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An eastbound SUV driver distracted while parked struck a 24-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist was partially ejected, suffering abrasions and lower leg injuries. Both drivers showed inattention, highlighting systemic risks at Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn.

According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV was parked eastbound near 50 Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn when the driver, distracted and inattentive, caused a collision with an eastbound e-bike rider. The 24-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both the SUV driver and the bicyclist. The SUV's left side doors were impacted, and the e-bike's center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and inattention, especially involving vulnerable road users like cyclists.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765643, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bicyclist suffered elbow and arm injuries after colliding with a parked taxi in Brooklyn. The taxi driver’s obstructed view contributed to the crash. The cyclist, traveling west, was not ejected but left in shock and pain.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:45 in Brooklyn near Greenpoint Avenue. A licensed taxi driver, parked and facing west, had a limited or obstructed view, which the report cites as a contributing factor. The bicyclist, also traveling west, collided with the taxi’s center front end, sustaining injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The bicyclist was not ejected and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage, indicating the collision impact was primarily on the bike. The report identifies the taxi driver’s failure to maintain a clear view as the key driver error leading to the crash. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763733, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 26-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV struck him at a marked Brooklyn crosswalk. The driver faced limited visibility, leading to a collision with the pedestrian crossing without signal. The victim remained conscious despite whiplash complaints.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Engert Avenue and Russell Street in Brooklyn around 1 PM. The pedestrian was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a northbound 2020 Jeep SUV. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor twice, indicating the driver's impaired visibility played a key role. The pedestrian sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries and complained of whiplash but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision underscores the dangers posed by limited driver visibility in urban intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763535, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn on Norman Avenue. The sedan driver was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. Police cited traffic control disregard as the primary cause.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 9:16 AM on Norman Avenue in Brooklyn involving a sedan and a motorcycle. The sedan, traveling north, was making a left turn when it was struck on its left rear quarter panel by a motorcycle traveling east. The motorcycle's front center end impacted the sedan. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was ejected despite wearing a lap belt and harness, sustaining abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to obey traffic controls, leading to severe injuries even with occupant restraints.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4759819, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan making a left turn hit a bicyclist traveling straight on Nassau Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:27 on Nassau Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling southeast was making a left turn when its right front bumper struck a bicyclist going straight west. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, was ejected from her bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted. The collision highlights the danger posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4760686, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn. The unlicensed male driver traveling north struck another sedan turning right. Two female passengers suffered injuries, including arm trauma and shock. Unsafe speed and aggressive driving were cited by police.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn at 19:10. A 2014 Cadillac sedan driven by an unlicensed male driver traveling north collided head-on with a 2011 Buick sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the Cadillac and the right side doors of the Buick. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors attributed to the unlicensed driver. Two female passengers in the vehicles were injured: a 23-year-old front passenger suffered elbow, lower arm, and hand injuries with complaints of pain and nausea, while a 43-year-old front passenger wearing a lap belt had unknown injuries but was in shock. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victims. The collision highlights driver errors including unlicensed operation, unsafe speed, and aggressive driving.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4760527, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A chassis cab truck making a right turn collided with multiple parked vehicles on Meeker Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused neck injuries to the truck driver, who suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The oversized vehicle contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Meeker Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:45. A chassis cab truck, described as an oversized vehicle, was making a right turn when it struck several parked vehicles, including SUVs and sedans. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the truck, which sustained no damage, while the parked vehicles suffered center back end damage. The truck driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites the contributing factor as 'Oversized Vehicle,' indicating the truck's size played a role in the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758501, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 40-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered chest injuries after an e-scooter struck him head-on. The driver’s inattention and unsafe speed caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian in shock at a Brooklyn intersection.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Kent Avenue and North 6 Street in Brooklyn around 3:30 a.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an e-scooter traveling south struck him with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian sustained chest injuries and was in shock following the impact. The e-scooter driver, licensed in Illinois, was operating the vehicle going straight ahead. Vehicle damage was concentrated at the center front end, confirming the point of impact. The report explicitly attributes the crash to driver errors without indicating any fault or contributing behavior on the part of the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4759293, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sport utility vehicles collided on Nassau Avenue in Brooklyn shortly after midnight. Both drivers and front passengers suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Impact struck the right rear quarter panel of one SUV and the left front bumper of the other.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:37 a.m. on Nassau Avenue near Lorimer Street in Brooklyn. Two SUVs, a 2016 Toyota and a 2018 Ford, were traveling south and east respectively, both going straight ahead when they collided. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the Toyota and the left front bumper of the Ford. Both vehicles had two occupants. The 49-year-old female driver of the Ford and her front passenger, a 28-year-old female, were injured with whiplash and bodily injuries affecting their entire bodies. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injuries and shock indicate a significant impact despite the absence of cited driver faults.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756996, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. A 73-year-old driver suffered whiplash. The crash involved following too closely, causing a rear-end impact. Both vehicles traveled eastbound. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two sedans, both traveling eastbound, collided when one vehicle followed too closely and struck the rear of the other. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the collision. The 73-year-old male driver of the striking vehicle sustained whiplash injuries and was conscious at the scene. He was not ejected and was the sole occupant of his vehicle. The struck vehicle showed damage to its center back end. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756940, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV struck a bicyclist traveling straight on Lorimer Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered back contusions. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 on Lorimer Street near Nassau Avenue in Brooklyn. A 39-year-old female bicyclist was traveling northbound when she was struck by a northbound 2024 Chevrolet SUV. The SUV was parked prior to the crash and impacted the bicyclist on its right side doors, causing the cyclist to be partially ejected and sustain back contusions classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly identifies the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was conscious after the collision. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the police data. The incident highlights driver error and systemic danger posed by failure to yield in vehicle-bicycle interactions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4754428, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped struck a bicyclist from behind on Greenpoint Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck fracture and dislocation. Police cited the moped driver for following too closely. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound at the time of impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Greenpoint Avenue in Brooklyn. A moped traveling eastbound rear-ended a bicyclist also moving eastbound. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the bike and the right front quarter panel of the moped. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old male, sustained a neck fracture and dislocation and was conscious after the collision. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the moped driver. There is no indication of any fault or contributing behavior from the bicyclist. The moped driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance directly led to the collision and the bicyclist’s serious injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753946, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 41-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered severe leg fractures when an SUV struck him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted, causing a violent impact at the intersection on North 7 Street.

According to the police report, at 18:29 on North 7 Street, a 41-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The collision involved a 2010 Acura SUV traveling east, which struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and was located at the intersection. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. Vehicle damage was concentrated at the center front end, confirming the direct collision with the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753943, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 37-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation in a collision with an e-scooter in Brooklyn. The bike sustained front-end damage; the e-scooter showed no damage. The crash occurred near Eagle Street at 11:30.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:30 near 89 Eagle Street in Brooklyn involving a bicyclist and an e-scooter. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm injury. The bike showed center front-end damage, while the e-scooter had no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors as causes. The e-scooter was unoccupied at the time, and both vehicles were traveling in unknown directions. The incident highlights the dangers of collisions between vulnerable road users on shared streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756309, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle rider was ejected and severely injured when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike’s front end. The crash caused a hip and upper leg fracture. The SUV’s improper lane usage was a key factor in the collision.

According to the police report, at 6:28 AM on Greenpoint Avenue in Brooklyn, a 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was ejected after a collision with a 2023 Nissan SUV. The SUV was making a left turn southbound when it struck the motorcycle traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front end. The motorcycle driver sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated hip and upper leg injury, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to properly navigate the turn or lane. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no contributing victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but committed a critical error leading to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751232, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A box truck struck the rear of a taxi traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The taxi driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause of the collision.

According to the police report, at 18:11, a box truck traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway collided with the center back end of a taxi going straight ahead in the same direction. The impact damaged the center back end of the taxi and the center front end of the truck. The taxi driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Following Too Closely" by the box truck driver. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751087, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15