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NEW YORK CITY, Kings County, N.Y., Oct. 30, 2026 — An ambulance crashed into a trunk-or-treat event on Thursday afternoon, October 29, in the Bushwick section of Brooklyn, injuring six people. The crash happened just before 4 p.m. at the corner of Knickerbocker Avenue and Bleecker Street.
The event was sponsored by the NYPD. An ambulance reportedly mounted the sidewalk at the intersection and struck people gathered at the gathering, though the full circumstances of how the crash occurred have not been released.
Six people were hurt and taken to nearby hospitals. All were expected to survive, according to law enforcement sources. Three children, an 8-year-old boy and two girls ages 6 and 12, were among those injured, along with three women.
A person of interest was taken into custody at the scene and was being tested for drugs and alcohol, a law enforcement source said. No charges had been announced as of this writing, and the investigation into what led to the crash was ongoing.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is distracted driving considered such a serious risk on the road?
Even a few seconds of a driver's attention away from the road, whether from a phone, a dashboard screen, or something outside the vehicle, can mean missing a pedestrian, a stopped car, or a changing signal in time to react.
How do weather and road surface conditions play into crashes like this one?
Wet pavement, poor visibility, and uneven curbs or sidewalks can all reduce a driver's margin for correcting a mistake, especially at low speeds in crowded areas like intersections or curbside events.
What should someone do right after being involved in or witnessing a crash like this?
Call 911, move to a safe area if possible, and let paramedics evaluate anyone who may be hurt, even if injuries aren't immediately obvious. Getting contact information from witnesses can also help investigators later.
Where do crashes involving pedestrians and sidewalks most commonly happen?
They tend to cluster at intersections, curb cuts, and areas where vehicles and foot traffic share close space, particularly during events or gatherings held near roadways.
