"Traffic deaths are on a steady decline as New York City enters the third quarter of 2025, according to Vision Zero. The city has seen 159 deaths throughout the year, an 18% decline from the 194 deaths recorded during the initial nine months of 2024. Officials say these statistics account for accidents involving pedestrians, cars, e-bikes, scooters and motorcycles. The DOT says traffic projects including the recently redesigned Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn are contributing to this improvement."
"The city has seen 159 deaths throughout the year, an 18% decline from the 194 deaths recorded during the initial nine months of 2024. Officials say these statistics account for accidents involving pedestrians, cars, e-bikes, scooters and motorcycles. The DOT says traffic projects including the recently redesigned Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn are contributing to this improvement."
As New York City enters the third quarter of 2025, Vision Zero reports 159 traffic deaths year-to-date, an 18% decline from 194 during the first nine months of 2024. The statistics cover fatalities involving pedestrians, cars, e-bikes, scooters, and motorcycles. The Department of Transportation attributes improvements to street safety projects and redesigns implemented across the city. The DOT specifically cites the recently redesigned Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn as one contributing intervention. Continued implementation of targeted traffic projects and street redesigns is presented as a factor in ongoing reductions in traffic fatalities.
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