Brooklyn Car Accident Statistics
Brooklyn leads New York City in car accidents. In 2021, the borough reported 32,788 crashes. This number makes up nearly one-third of all accidents in the city. The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway stands out as a major trouble spot.Poor road conditions and heavy traffic cause many crashes here.Since 2014, the Vision Zero program has worked to make roads safer. This effort has shown some success. From 2013 to 2023, traffic crashes in NYC dropped by 5.2%. Brooklyn saw fewer deaths, with 63 in 2023.Common causes of accidents include distracted driving, not yielding, and speeding. These issues put all road users at risk....
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