A thousand people met at Prospect Park West and 9th street in Brooklyn, New York. They met to grieve the lives of those who have been lost in car accidents, especially to remember the one that took place at 9th street and fifth avenue, taking the lives of two children on March Fifth. Above is the monument where the rally took place before the march.

Initially the names of the people who had passed away were spoken to remind us of what has happened because of reckless driving.

Many adults felt passionately about the issue, especially since they have kids and applauded greatly when some teenagers spoke out about it.

Neighbors, loved ones, and people who did not know the victims of the crash protested for a slower speed limit and to take unsafe drivers off New York City streets.

There were many powerful speakers including Letitia James and the friends and families of those who had lost their lives due to unsafe drivers. Above is a father with his son on his shoulders showing support for safer streets.

These two women were there to protest. The woman on the right had survived getting hit by a car, not long before, wearing a neck brace to the rally.

This woman had brought flowers to put at the memorial for those who had passed away, carrying a sign stating that bad drivers shouldn’t be on the streets.

This man carried a photo of his sister Veronica, who was hit by a car and died, while standing on the monument at Prospect Park intently listening to speakers.

Many people were handing out posters to the children at the march saying “Kids Need Safe Streets.”

Cate, 12, who goes to school not far from where the accident took place, is supporting change in street safety.

Gaia, 15, spoke about how our generation needs safer streets and supported her younger brothers in leading chants.

After this point, children were encouraged to lead the march down 9th street. This image above shows a woman holding her baby, showing that he is the future and that we need to protect these young lives.

Once night fell, young kids led the march and walked to the memorial where there were many candles, flowers, stuffed animals, and many signs commemorating those who passed at the hands of the lives of reckless drivers.

Many people gathered around the memorial, some holding hands, some crying and some standing in silence, all grieving the lives of the innocent that were robbed.

The candles stayed aglow throughout the night.