#reckless-driving
#reckless-driving

NYC parents

Mother and 2 kids dead, third fighting for his life after cars crash through Brooklyn intersection

A mother and her two daughters were killed in a tragic car crash in Brooklyn involving a driver with a suspended license.

NYC politics

Get real about consequences for New York's worst drivers

New York must implement stricter measures, including routine vehicle impounding, to target dangerous drivers and reduce traffic fatalities.

NYC parents

fromGothamist

After family killed by driver, locals call for changes to Brooklyn's Ocean Parkway

Local outrage follows tragic deaths of a mother and her children due to reckless driving on Ocean Parkway.

Reckless driving and pedestrian safety concerns plague Brooklyn's Ocean Parkway.

Monday's Headlines: Brooklyn Crash 'Horror' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Recent tragic accident in NYC underscores the need for stricter accountability for reckless drivers.

The driver involved had a history of dangerous driving and numerous citations.

2 days ago

Monday's Headlines: City Hall vs. the Super Speeders Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Council Member Yusef Salaam rallies for a resolution to mandate speed limiters for reckless drivers, urging Albany to pass the 'Stop Super Speeders' bill.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

4 days ago

State lawmakers urge passage of bill to require speed-reducing technology in new vehicles

The Stop Super Speeders Act will require speed limiters for repeat reckless drivers to enhance road safety.

NYC parents

fromNBC New York

Mother and 2 kids dead, third fighting for his life after cars crash through Brooklyn intersection

A mother and her two daughters were killed in a tragic car crash in Brooklyn involving a driver with a suspended license.

Get real about consequences for New York's worst drivers

New York must implement stricter measures, including routine vehicle impounding, to target dangerous drivers and reduce traffic fatalities.

NYC parents

fromGothamist

After family killed by driver, locals call for changes to Brooklyn's Ocean Parkway

Local outrage follows tragic deaths of a mother and her children due to reckless driving on Ocean Parkway.

Reckless driving and pedestrian safety concerns plague Brooklyn's Ocean Parkway.

fromwirehub.medianewsgroup.com

Monday's Headlines: Brooklyn Crash 'Horror' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Recent tragic accident in NYC underscores the need for stricter accountability for reckless drivers.

The driver involved had a history of dangerous driving and numerous citations.

10-year-old's arm broken in crash as driver flees police, California cops say

Reckless driving led to a child's injury during a police chase.

SF parents

License to Kill: How the DMV allows dangerous drivers to stay on the road

The DMV's policies allow dangerous drivers to maintain driving privileges, leading to tragic consequences from repeat offenses.

SF parents

fromSacramento Bee

fromwirehub.medianewsgroup.com

10-year-old's arm broken in crash as driver flees police, California cops say

Reckless driving led to a child's injury during a police chase.

SF parents

License to Kill: How the DMV allows dangerous drivers to stay on the road

The DMV's policies allow dangerous drivers to maintain driving privileges, leading to tragic consequences from repeat offenses.

Brooklyn

Driver indicted for manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide in crash that killed a mother and two children

Miriam Yarimi is charged with manslaughter after a fatal crash killing a family and leaving one child critically injured.

NYC parents

Ex-FDNY firefighter who posed as hunky OnlyFans model jailed over fatal drunk-driving wreck in surprise move: 'Put the cuffs on him!'

Ex-FDNY firefighter Michael Pena was arrested for manslaughter after a deadly drunk driving incident, prompting cheers from the victim's family in court.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Driver indicted for manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide in crash that killed a mother and two children

Miriam Yarimi is charged with manslaughter after a fatal crash killing a family and leaving one child critically injured.

NYC parents

Ex-FDNY firefighter who posed as hunky OnlyFans model jailed over fatal drunk-driving wreck in surprise move: 'Put the cuffs on him!'

Ex-FDNY firefighter Michael Pena was arrested for manslaughter after a deadly drunk driving incident, prompting cheers from the victim's family in court.

more#manslaughter

#traffic-incident

San Francisco

Redwood City man allegedly chased driver who hit him, then crashed into pedestrians

Ignoring police advice, a 19-year-old man injured pedestrians while pursuing a vehicle that hit him.

The chase led to multiple pedestrian injuries, highlighting the dangers of reckless driving.

Hit-and-run driver crashes, runs from cops in out of control high-speed chase across Long Island highways

A hit-and-run driver led a dangerous police chase on Long Island before being apprehended and arrested.

fromwww.amny.com

Brooklyn

Families, advocates grieve and call for action after Saturday's fatal crash in Brooklyn involving reckless driving

A tragic accident in Brooklyn claims the lives of a mother and her two children, raising urgent concerns about road safety.

fromBKReader

5 months ago

Brooklyn

Brooklyn Officer Struck by Car in Alleged Attack, NYPD Reports

A man hit a police officer with a car in Brooklyn while attempting to evade arrest for reckless driving.

Cars

Crazed motorist allegedly tried to run Tesla off the road while speeding over 100 mph

A motorist collided with a Tesla at over 100 mph in a reckless road rage incident near Salt Lake City.

East Bay (California)

Oakland Man Crashes Into Car With Two Kids After Earlier CHP Chase

A reckless driver crashed into another vehicle with children inside after police pursuit was called off.

San Francisco

Redwood City man allegedly chased driver who hit him, then crashed into pedestrians

Ignoring police advice, a 19-year-old man injured pedestrians while pursuing a vehicle that hit him.

The chase led to multiple pedestrian injuries, highlighting the dangers of reckless driving.

Hit-and-run driver crashes, runs from cops in out of control high-speed chase across Long Island highways

A hit-and-run driver led a dangerous police chase on Long Island before being apprehended and arrested.

fromwww.amny.com

Brooklyn

Families, advocates grieve and call for action after Saturday's fatal crash in Brooklyn involving reckless driving

A tragic accident in Brooklyn claims the lives of a mother and her two children, raising urgent concerns about road safety.

fromBKReader

5 months ago

Brooklyn

Brooklyn Officer Struck by Car in Alleged Attack, NYPD Reports

A man hit a police officer with a car in Brooklyn while attempting to evade arrest for reckless driving.

Cars

Crazed motorist allegedly tried to run Tesla off the road while speeding over 100 mph

A motorist collided with a Tesla at over 100 mph in a reckless road rage incident near Salt Lake City.

East Bay (California)

Oakland Man Crashes Into Car With Two Kids After Earlier CHP Chase

A reckless driver crashed into another vehicle with children inside after police pursuit was called off.

more#traffic-incident

NY bill would force bad drivers to install speed limit tech in cars after horror crash that killed mom, kids

A New York bill seeks to mandate technology in vehicles to limit speeds for reckless drivers.

Cars

fromThe Mercury News

License to Kill: How the California DMV allows dangerous drivers to stay on the road

California DMV allows drivers with extensive criminal records to retain their licenses despite repeat offenses and dangerous behavior.

NYC food

Tuesday's Headlines: Weekend of Carnage Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Road fatalities in NYC have increased, with numerous crashes reported over the Labor Day weekend.

Accountability for reckless driving is crucial to reduce road injuries and fatalities.

fromwww.standard.co.uk

OMG science

Family of passenger brain-damaged in horror 92mph north London crash say reckless driver 'devastated his life'

Reckless driving leads to life-altering consequences, impacting victims and families profoundly.

SF politics

Friday Video: Why Bad Drivers Are Everywhere - Streetsblog USA

Motornormativity contributes to poor driving behaviors and societal acceptance of recklessness.

Many drivers rationalize their driving skills, believing they are competent despite widespread issues.

NY bill would force bad drivers to install speed limit tech in cars after horror crash that killed mom, kids

A New York bill seeks to mandate technology in vehicles to limit speeds for reckless drivers.

Cars

fromThe Mercury News

License to Kill: How the California DMV allows dangerous drivers to stay on the road

California DMV allows drivers with extensive criminal records to retain their licenses despite repeat offenses and dangerous behavior.

NYC food

Tuesday's Headlines: Weekend of Carnage Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Road fatalities in NYC have increased, with numerous crashes reported over the Labor Day weekend.

Accountability for reckless driving is crucial to reduce road injuries and fatalities.

fromwww.standard.co.uk

OMG science

Family of passenger brain-damaged in horror 92mph north London crash say reckless driver 'devastated his life'

Reckless driving leads to life-altering consequences, impacting victims and families profoundly.

SF politics

Friday Video: Why Bad Drivers Are Everywhere - Streetsblog USA

Motornormativity contributes to poor driving behaviors and societal acceptance of recklessness.

Many drivers rationalize their driving skills, believing they are competent despite widespread issues.

Boston food

NH teen arrested after allegedly driving 122 mph with 2 infants

An 18-year-old man was arrested for driving over 100 mph with children in the car.

Boston food

Lowell man arrested for allegedly driving over 130 mph while drunk

A Lowell man was arrested for allegedly driving over 130 mph while intoxicated in New Hampshire.

Boston food

NH teen arrested after allegedly driving 122 mph with 2 infants

An 18-year-old man was arrested for driving over 100 mph with children in the car.

Boston food

Lowell man arrested for allegedly driving over 130 mph while drunk

A Lowell man was arrested for allegedly driving over 130 mph while intoxicated in New Hampshire.

Arrest made after DUI crash on MacArthur Causeway left a woman fighting for her life

A Maryland man was arrested after speeding at 100 mph and crashing into a parked Jeep, injuring a woman critically.

Digital life

Ferrari driver reaches 130mph moments before seriously injuring baby in crash

A Ferrari driver caused serious injuries to a newborn by driving at reckless speeds.

The defendant received a significant prison sentence and a driving ban.

Brooklyn

Two NJ brothers and puppy killed after car flew 30 feet off Philly interstate - as police say they were racing siblings

Street racing resulted in a tragic crash that killed two brothers and injured two more critically.

NYC parents

Uber rider with children hurt in NYC crash that killed mom, young girls recalls horror: 'I thought they were my kids'

A Brooklyn mother experienced a traumatic crash that left another family dead, highlighting the dangers of reckless driving.

Survivors of the crash, including young children, are thankful to be alive despite their injuries.

Toronto

Man sentenced to 6.5 years in prison for Parkside Drive crash that killed couple | CBC News

A Burlington man received a 6.5-year sentence for a reckless driving accident that killed two people.

The crash emphasizes the severe consequences of dangerous driving.

Victim's daughter expressed profound loss for her beloved grandparents affected by the incident.

fromSun Sentinel

San Francisco

Drunk driver finally arrested, faces 18 counts in Fort Lauderdale crash that killed a woman nearly a year later

Derrick Eaglin faces 18 charges after a fatal DUI crash, evading arrest since February 2022.

Miami

fromMiami Herald

2 months ago

Arrest made after DUI crash on MacArthur Causeway left a woman fighting for her life

A Maryland man was arrested after speeding at 100 mph and crashing into a parked Jeep, injuring a woman critically.

Digital life

Ferrari driver reaches 130mph moments before seriously injuring baby in crash

A Ferrari driver caused serious injuries to a newborn by driving at reckless speeds.

The defendant received a significant prison sentence and a driving ban.

Brooklyn

Two NJ brothers and puppy killed after car flew 30 feet off Philly interstate - as police say they were racing siblings

Street racing resulted in a tragic crash that killed two brothers and injured two more critically.

NYC parents

Uber rider with children hurt in NYC crash that killed mom, young girls recalls horror: 'I thought they were my kids'

A Brooklyn mother experienced a traumatic crash that left another family dead, highlighting the dangers of reckless driving.

Survivors of the crash, including young children, are thankful to be alive despite their injuries.

Toronto

Man sentenced to 6.5 years in prison for Parkside Drive crash that killed couple | CBC News

A Burlington man received a 6.5-year sentence for a reckless driving accident that killed two people.

The crash emphasizes the severe consequences of dangerous driving.

Victim's daughter expressed profound loss for her beloved grandparents affected by the incident.

fromSun Sentinel

San Francisco

Drunk driver finally arrested, faces 18 counts in Fort Lauderdale crash that killed a woman nearly a year later

Derrick Eaglin faces 18 charges after a fatal DUI crash, evading arrest since February 2022.

more#traffic-accident

Austin

Peninsula man loses appeal in East Bay double-murder car crash

Michael Verette's double-murder conviction was upheld by appeals court, emphasizing the severity of his reckless driving resulting in fatalities.

Atlanta Falcons

UGA suspends WR Tuggle, OL Easley indefinitely

Georgia players Nitro Tuggle and Marques Easley are suspended indefinitely after Tuggle's arrest for speeding and reckless driving.

SF parents

fromIndependent

Mum of driver who caused life-changing injuries to GP says 'one mistake' ruined lives

Reckless driving and substance use have devastating impacts on multiple families.

#hit-and-run

East Bay (California)

fromPadailypost

Man accused of hitting pedestrians as he chased hit-and-run driver

A man was arrested after chasing a hit-and-run suspect, ultimately injuring pedestrians and being charged with assault.

San Francisco

Hit-And-Run Victim Allegedly Strikes Pedestrians While Pursuing Vehicle

A hit-and-run victim became a suspect after he chased the driver and hit pedestrians.

Cars

DA: Springfield driver charged in deadly hit-and-run had hit another car street racing that morning

The fatal hit-and-run incident was intentional, with reckless driving and street racing contributing to the tragedy.

Miscellaneous

LSU's Lacy facing charges related to fatal crash

Kyren Lacy is facing serious legal charges for reckless driving that caused a fatal crash and subsequent hit-and-run incident.

East Bay (California)

fromPadailypost

Man accused of hitting pedestrians as he chased hit-and-run driver

A man was arrested after chasing a hit-and-run suspect, ultimately injuring pedestrians and being charged with assault.

San Francisco

Hit-And-Run Victim Allegedly Strikes Pedestrians While Pursuing Vehicle

A hit-and-run victim became a suspect after he chased the driver and hit pedestrians.

Cars

DA: Springfield driver charged in deadly hit-and-run had hit another car street racing that morning

The fatal hit-and-run incident was intentional, with reckless driving and street racing contributing to the tragedy.

Miscellaneous

LSU's Lacy facing charges related to fatal crash

Kyren Lacy is facing serious legal charges for reckless driving that caused a fatal crash and subsequent hit-and-run incident.

Miscellaneous

Brooklyn man arrested after driving SUV on LIRR tracks, tires caught on fire: MTA

A man was arrested for driving an SUV on active railroad tracks, causing significant delays and damage.

fromPortlandTribune.com

Portland

Portland on track to exceed 2023 traffic fatality record

Portland traffic fatalities are surging, expected to far exceed last year's record due to intoxication and reckless driving behavior.

London

Wannabe boy racers' perform doughnuts near Buckingham Palace

Late-night car meets near Buckingham Palace led to dangerous driving and significant noise disturbances, prompting official penalties.

Cars

Police officer clings to car door for more than 700 metres as suspect speeds off

A police officer clung to a speeding vehicle for 700 meters before the suspect was arrested after a dangerous driving incident.

2 months ago

New York City

Two motorists cuffed for drag racing at night with headlights off on LIE weeks after cop's near-fatal chase

Two men were arrested for dangerous drag racing on Long Island Expressway, highlighting ongoing issues with reckless driving in the area.

fromtoronto.ctvnews.ca

Toronto

Ontario motorcyclist films himself speeding, gets charged: police | CTV News

A motorcyclist faces 37 charges for reckless driving after posting videos of himself speeding over 250 km/h in Ontario.

fromAudacy

Miscellaneous

Brooklyn man arrested after driving SUV on LIRR tracks, tires caught on fire: MTA

A man was arrested for driving an SUV on active railroad tracks, causing significant delays and damage.

fromPortlandTribune.com

Portland

Portland on track to exceed 2023 traffic fatality record

Portland traffic fatalities are surging, expected to far exceed last year's record due to intoxication and reckless driving behavior.

London

Wannabe boy racers' perform doughnuts near Buckingham Palace

Late-night car meets near Buckingham Palace led to dangerous driving and significant noise disturbances, prompting official penalties.

Cars

Police officer clings to car door for more than 700 metres as suspect speeds off

A police officer clung to a speeding vehicle for 700 meters before the suspect was arrested after a dangerous driving incident.

2 months ago

New York City

Two motorists cuffed for drag racing at night with headlights off on LIE weeks after cop's near-fatal chase

Two men were arrested for dangerous drag racing on Long Island Expressway, highlighting ongoing issues with reckless driving in the area.

fromtoronto.ctvnews.ca

Toronto

Ontario motorcyclist films himself speeding, gets charged: police | CTV News

A motorcyclist faces 37 charges for reckless driving after posting videos of himself speeding over 250 km/h in Ontario.

more#public-safety

fromIndependent

Writing

'Our young farmer neighbours are driving tractors fast and recklessly on our rural road and I'm terrified my children could be hurt. What are my options?

Concerns about safety due to reckless driving by farming neighbors.

Desire to address the issue without causing conflict.

#police-incident

fromKqed

Law

Video Shows 6 San Francisco Police Officers Shoot Armed Guard Near Union Square | KQED

Six police officers fired their weapons following a serious incident involving a reckless driver and a confrontation with a bicyclist.

San Francisco 49ers

Hill on detainment: 'What if I wasn't Tyreek Hill?'

Tyreek Hill was detained by Miami police before a game, highlighting concerns around police interactions and race.

fromKqed

Law

Video Shows 6 San Francisco Police Officers Shoot Armed Guard Near Union Square | KQED

Six police officers fired their weapons following a serious incident involving a reckless driver and a confrontation with a bicyclist.

San Francisco 49ers

Hill on detainment: 'What if I wasn't Tyreek Hill?'

Tyreek Hill was detained by Miami police before a game, highlighting concerns around police interactions and race.

more#police-incident

UK news

YouTuber Yung Filly admits to speeding while on bail in Australia over rape charge

Yung Filly has admitted to reckless driving on bail amidst serious assault and rape allegations in Australia.

His driving offense highlights a potential disregard for legal boundaries while facing serious charges.

fromSFGATE

Miscellaneous

11-year-old flips minivan after recklessly driving in Northern California

An 11-year-old in Northern California drove recklessly, leading to a police chase before losing control of the vehicle and overturning in a flooded area.

#police-chase

fromABC7 San Francisco

Miscellaneous

Video shows moment baby ejected from van during a police chase; father arrested

A police chase in Ohio resulted in a 9-month-old being ejected from a van, prompting an urgent rescue by authorities.

fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

New York City

Heart-pounding video shows moment reckless teen driver hits cop, leads NYPD on roof-hopping chase

Reckless teen driver strikes officer and leads police on an intense chase through NYC rooftops.

London

Viral TikTok as Audi driver 'flees from police in chase' in Clapham Junction

A viral TikTok video captures a chaotic police chase involving an Audi near Clapham Junction, highlighting the dangers of reckless driving.

Toronto

Motorcyclist allegedly going 250 km/h charged after posting chase video online | CBC News

A motorcyclist was arrested after posting videos of high-speed police chases on social media, risking lives for online fame.

Miscellaneous

fromABC7 San Francisco

Video shows moment baby ejected from van during a police chase; father arrested

A police chase in Ohio resulted in a 9-month-old being ejected from a van, prompting an urgent rescue by authorities.

fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

New York City

Heart-pounding video shows moment reckless teen driver hits cop, leads NYPD on roof-hopping chase

Reckless teen driver strikes officer and leads police on an intense chase through NYC rooftops.

London

Viral TikTok as Audi driver 'flees from police in chase' in Clapham Junction

A viral TikTok video captures a chaotic police chase involving an Audi near Clapham Junction, highlighting the dangers of reckless driving.

Toronto

Motorcyclist allegedly going 250 km/h charged after posting chase video online | CBC News

A motorcyclist was arrested after posting videos of high-speed police chases on social media, risking lives for online fame.

more#police-chase

fromwww.theguardian.com

Miscellaneous

Rohan Dennis pleads guilty to charge relating to death of Olympic cyclist wife Melissa Hoskins

Dennis is not responsible for his wife's death but faces severe consequences due to reckless driving charges.

fromLos Angeles Times

5 months ago

California

Rolls-Royce driver sought in multi-car collision that injured four people in Van Nuys

A reckless driving incident involving two luxury cars in Van Nuys left four hospitalized and led to a police search for the Rolls-Royce driver.

Miami

fromMiami Herald

Family seeks $15M after fatal Biscayne Bay boat crash in 2023. Criminal case pending

A wrongful death lawsuit for $15 million has been filed against Eric Rodriguez after a fatal boat crash involving his intoxicated and reckless driving.

fromKotaku

Cars

Guy Crashes $200,000 Sports Car While Streaming And Gets Banned For Life

Jack Doherty crashed his McLaren 570S during a livestream, leading to a permanent ban on Kick for reckless behavior.

New York City

Police chase in NYC, Long Island ends with driver dead and 7 officers, civilian taken to hospitals

A police pursuit from New York City ended in Massapequa with the shooting of the reckless driver, injuring several officers and a civilian.

Brooklyn

Furious NYC driver who stole tow truck with his own vehicle attached in viral video is arrested

Angered by a tow truck driver, Laiosa believed he was being robbed, leading to a dangerous response that resulted in multiple charges.

San Francisco

Commentary: The Double Standards of DOTs Epitomized in Two Oakland Crashes - Streetsblog San Francisco

A speeding driver, allegedly intoxicated, killed a 17-year-old pedestrian, highlighting the ongoing issue of reckless driving within the community.

fromSacramento Bee