Brooklyn is New York City’s most populous borough, with busy avenues, highways and bridges. Crash numbers can show how serious the risks are on these roads.

Behind every statistic is a person who was hurt or killed. If you were injured, a Brooklyn car accident lawyer can explain your options. Below are the latest official numbers we could verify.

Traffic Deaths in Brooklyn

The New York City Department of Transportation reported that Brooklyn had 63 traffic deaths in 2025, down from 69 in 2024. That is a 9 percent decline, according to the NYC DOT’s 2025 traffic deaths release.

Even with that drop, Brooklyn had more traffic deaths in 2025 than any other borough. Queens was next with 57.

How Brooklyn Compares to Other Boroughs

The same DOT release gives these borough totals:

Borough	Traffic deaths 2024	Traffic deaths 2025
Brooklyn	69	63
Queens	74	57
Manhattan	44	39
Bronx	54	33
Staten Island	12	13

Citywide, there were 205 recorded traffic deaths in 2025. That is down 19 percent from 253 in 2024, and 31 percent lower than when Vision Zero began in 2014.

What These Numbers Do Not Show

Death counts show only the most tragic outcomes. They do not capture the many people who survive a crash with serious injuries.

Broken bones, brain injuries and spinal cord injuries can change a person’s life even when the crash is not fatal. These injuries are not counted in the death totals above.

The figures also cover all traffic deaths. They include drivers, passengers, pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists. Riders face their own risks, and a Brooklyn motorcycle accident lawyer can help after a rider is hurt.

Why Statistics Matter to Your Claim

Statistics describe the overall picture. They do not decide your case. Your claim depends on the facts of your own crash, your injuries and the evidence.

Still, the numbers are a reminder that crashes are common enough to plan for. Knowing what to do after an accident can protect your health and your rights.

Where to Learn More

Crashes are not spread evenly across the borough, and city studies have flagged some of the most dangerous roads and highways in Brooklyn.

If you or someone you love was hurt, you may need one of the Brooklyn trauma centers and emergency rooms. Common legal questions are answered in our Brooklyn car accident FAQs.

Talk to a Brooklyn Personal Injury Lawyer

Numbers cannot tell your story. At Edelstein, Faegenburg & Blyakher, LLP, we can review what happened to you and explain your options. Contact us to schedule a free consultation.

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