About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 17
▸ Crush Injuries 14
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 10
▸ Severe Lacerations 13
▸ Concussion 26
▸ Whiplash 94
▸ Contusion/Bruise 114
▸ Abrasion 89
▸ Pain/Nausea 44
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in AD 85
- 2023 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW5598) – 253 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray Subaru Suburban (LHW6587) – 113 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Tesla Pickup (K30ULL) – 76 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Blue Kia Sedan (KXL5269) – 73 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2018 Red Volkswagen 4S (SKL4509) – 53 times • 2 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Bruckner and Rosedale: a boy on a bike goes down
AD 85: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 12, 2025
Just after 3 PM on Oct 1, an 18-year-old on a bike was hit at Rosedale Ave and Bruckner Blvd. Police records say he was ejected and unconscious. A driver in a 2017 Ford SUV with New Jersey plates was involved (NYC Open Data).
Since 2022 in Assembly District 85, 17 people have been killed and 2,971 injured in crashes (NYC Open Data). This year, crashes are down to 912 from 1,032, injuries are 626 from 635, and serious injuries have risen to 12 from 9 (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Oct 1: A driver hit a teen on a bike at Bruckner Blvd and Rosedale Ave; the teen was ejected and left unconscious (NYC Open Data).
- Sep 6: On the Bruckner Expy near Exit 52, a driver changing lanes in an SUV left a 24-year-old with an amputation injury (NYC Open Data).
- Jul 29: On Longwood Ave, a driver in a Ford sedan hit a 6-year-old; police recorded severe lacerations (NYC Open Data).
Where the blood pools
Westchester Avenue is a repeat site: 4 deaths and 179 injuries since 2022. The Bruckner Expressway corridor shows 2 deaths and 195 injuries (NYC Open Data). The deadliest hours here include 2 PM (4 deaths) and 3 AM (3 deaths) (NYC Open Data).
For people walking, drivers in sedans and SUVs account for most recorded injuries: 170 tied to sedans and 152 to SUVs, with 1 and 3 deaths respectively (NYC Open Data). Police often log driver inattention/distraction, failure to yield, and disregarded signals in local crashes (NYC Open Data).
A neighbor’s words
After a stolen car, chased by police, smashed into parked cars on Seward Ave, Robert Perez said, “It pushed me six feet. I hit my leg and my back” (ABC7).
Fix the turns. Guard the crossings. Slow the corridor.
Hardening turns at Westchester Avenue and along Southern Boulevard. Daylighting corners and giving pedestrians a head start at Bruckner Blvd and Rosedale Ave. More traffic-calming on approach lanes to the Bruckner, where injuries pile up. These are standard tools the city already uses; this district needs them at repeat hotspots now (NYC Open Data).
Power and responsibility
Albany extended NYC’s school speed-zone camera program in June. Assembly Member Emérita Torres voted yes (Open States: S 8344). The city can also lower more local speed limits under Sammy’s Law and expand slow zones. And Albany can stop repeat speeders with mandatory speed limiters, as advocates urge in the Stop Super Speeders Act.
What must happen now
- Lower speeds on default streets.
- Install speed limiters for repeat offenders.
- Lock in proven fixes at the corners that keep hurting people.
The boy who went down at Bruckner and Rosedale is alive. The numbers show how close we keep coming. Help push the changes our streets owe him and everyone else. Start here: Take Action.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-12
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
- Stolen Car Plows Parked Cars In Bronx, ABC7, Published 2025-04-16
Fix the Problem
Assembly Member Emérita Torres
District 85
Other Representatives
Council Member Amanda Farías
District 18
State Senator Toby Stavisky
District 11
▸ Other Geographies
AD 85 Assembly District 85 sits in Bronx, Precinct 43, District 18, SD 11.
It contains Longwood, North & South Brother Islands, Crotona Park East, Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River, Soundview-Clason Point, Soundview Park, Rikers Island, Bronx CB2, Bronx CB9.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Assembly District 85
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SUV driver collides with e-bike at Bruckner▸Oct 1 - A driver in a Ford SUV collided with a two-person e-bike on Rosedale Ave at Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. Both riders were ejected. One lay unconscious with head trauma. Police recorded “Traffic Control Disregarded.”
Two people on an e-bike collided with a driver in a Ford SUV at Rosedale Ave and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. The crash ejected both riders. The 18-year-old rider suffered head injuries and was found unconscious with crush injuries. The 20-year-old passenger reported head pain. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Police recorded that driver error; no other contributing factors were listed. Records note the SUV traveling east and the e-bike heading south before impact.
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Distracted driver injured changing lanes on Bruckner▸Sep 6 - A driver in an SUV crashed while changing lanes on the Bruckner Expressway eastbound Exit 52 in the Bronx. The 24-year-old was injured with an elbow and hand wound and an amputation complaint. Police recorded driver inattention and distraction.
A driver in an SUV crashed while changing lanes on the eastbound Bruckner Expressway Exit 52 in the Bronx. The 24-year-old man driving was injured, with an elbow and hand injury and an amputation complaint. A 54-year-old male occupant was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver. The vehicle was traveling east; pre-crash action was changing lanes. The point of impact and reported damage were to the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Northbound Pickup Hits Parked Bus, Driver Crushed▸Aug 12 - The driver of a northbound pickup hit a parked bus on Morrison near Westchester. Metal buckled. A 65-year-old bus driver suffered crush injuries to his back. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Other Vehicular.
The driver of a northbound pickup truck hit a parked GMC bus on Morrison Avenue near Westchester Avenue. The bus driver, a 65-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his back. Another occupant was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Other Vehicular." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the primary error. The bus sustained damage to its left rear bumper and quarter panel. The bus carried ten occupants at the time. The pickup showed no reported damage.
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Driver Hits Child Playing on Longwood Ave▸Jul 29 - Westbound driver in a Ford sedan hit a six-year-old boy playing in the roadway by 965 Longwood Ave. Deep cuts. Hip injury. The child was conscious. Pavement was slippery. Police cited pedestrian confusion.
A driver in a Ford sedan, traveling west and going straight, hit a six-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway near 965 Longwood Ave in the Bronx. The crash was not at an intersection. Impact was to the right front bumper. The boy suffered severe lacerations and a hip injury and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. No damage was reported to the car. According to the police report, the listed contributing factors were 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Pavement Slippery.' The driver held a valid New York license.
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Sedans Disregard Signal, Strike Pedestrians on Hunts Point Ave▸Jun 27 - Two sedans collided on Hunts Point Ave, Bronx. Three pedestrians not in the roadway were injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Impact left bodies broken, pain sharp, danger clear.
Two sedans crashed at Hunts Point Ave and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. Three pedestrians, not in the roadway, were struck and injured. One suffered crush injuries and lost consciousness. Two drivers and two passengers were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' One driver was unlicensed. The impact was severe, with injuries to entire bodies and one abdomen. The report lists no helmet or signal issues for those injured. Systemic failure at the intersection left vulnerable people hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working at Bronx Intersection▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at Gleason Avenue. She suffered crush injuries to her leg. The driver and a passenger were unhurt. The street saw pain, not justice.
A sedan making a right turn struck a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at the intersection of 1690 Gleason Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, and a passenger were not injured. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The impact left the pedestrian hurt while the vehicle showed no damage.
17S 8344
Torres votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
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Elderly Man Struck and Left Unconscious in Bronx Intersection▸Mar 19 - An 81-year-old man lay bleeding and unconscious beneath the streetlights at Westchester and Metcalf. No driver stopped. No car remained. Only silence and the old man alone in the dark, another pedestrian left behind in the Bronx night.
According to the police report, an 81-year-old pedestrian was struck while crossing at the corner of Westchester Avenue and Metcalf Avenue in the Bronx. The report states the man was found unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. No driver remained at the scene, and no vehicle description was provided. The report notes, 'No driver stayed. No car described.' The pedestrian was left alone, with no witnesses or aid from the motorist responsible. The absence of any driver information or vehicle details underscores the systemic danger faced by pedestrians, especially when drivers flee and accountability vanishes. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior.
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Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision▸Feb 25 - A Honda Odyssey struck two teens on a bike in the Bronx. The 17-year-old boy died at the hospital. The 14-year-old girl survived. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. The street held the silence after impact.
ABC7 reported on February 25, 2025, that a 14-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy were riding a bike at Metcalf Ave and E 172nd St in the Bronx when a Honda Odyssey driven by a 42-year-old man struck them. Police found both teens at the scene. The boy was later pronounced dead at Jacobi Hospital. The girl and the driver survived. According to ABC7, 'The driver remained at the scene and no arrests were made.' The investigation continues. No information was given about how the crash occurred or any contributing driver actions. The case highlights ongoing dangers for young cyclists in city streets and the need for thorough investigations into each crash.
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Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision,
ABC7,
Published 2025-02-25
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Teen Motorcyclist Killed in Bronx Head-On Crash▸Feb 24 - A 17-year-old on a motorbike collided head-on with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue. He was thrown from his seat, his skull striking the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in over the Bronx.
A 17-year-old male riding a motorbike was killed in a violent head-on collision with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue near East 172nd Street in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 18:44, with both vehicles listed as 'Going Straight Ahead' before impact. The police report states the motorbike struck the SUV's right front quarter panel, resulting in the teen being ejected and suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time. Both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified' in the official documentation. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'He flew from the seat. His skull met the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in.' No driver errors are specifically cited in the police report, and no mention is made of victim behavior as a contributing factor beyond the absence of a helmet.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸Feb 4 - A 55-year-old man pedaled south on Westchester Avenue at dawn. A vehicle struck him from behind. His head was crushed, blood pooled, but he stayed conscious. The street was quiet. The driver followed too closely and was distracted.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man was riding his bicycle south on Westchester Avenue near Home Street in the Bronx at 6:05 a.m. when a vehicle struck him from behind. The report states the cyclist suffered crush injuries to his head but remained conscious as blood pooled on the pavement. The police report explicitly cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the street as quiet at the time of the collision and notes that the driver was distracted. No contributing factors related to the cyclist's behavior or equipment were listed in the report. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, which led to the violent impact.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Infant on Longfellow Ave▸Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
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Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
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Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Oct 1 - A driver in a Ford SUV collided with a two-person e-bike on Rosedale Ave at Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. Both riders were ejected. One lay unconscious with head trauma. Police recorded “Traffic Control Disregarded.”
Two people on an e-bike collided with a driver in a Ford SUV at Rosedale Ave and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. The crash ejected both riders. The 18-year-old rider suffered head injuries and was found unconscious with crush injuries. The 20-year-old passenger reported head pain. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Police recorded that driver error; no other contributing factors were listed. Records note the SUV traveling east and the e-bike heading south before impact.
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Distracted driver injured changing lanes on Bruckner▸Sep 6 - A driver in an SUV crashed while changing lanes on the Bruckner Expressway eastbound Exit 52 in the Bronx. The 24-year-old was injured with an elbow and hand wound and an amputation complaint. Police recorded driver inattention and distraction.
A driver in an SUV crashed while changing lanes on the eastbound Bruckner Expressway Exit 52 in the Bronx. The 24-year-old man driving was injured, with an elbow and hand injury and an amputation complaint. A 54-year-old male occupant was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver. The vehicle was traveling east; pre-crash action was changing lanes. The point of impact and reported damage were to the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Northbound Pickup Hits Parked Bus, Driver Crushed▸Aug 12 - The driver of a northbound pickup hit a parked bus on Morrison near Westchester. Metal buckled. A 65-year-old bus driver suffered crush injuries to his back. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Other Vehicular.
The driver of a northbound pickup truck hit a parked GMC bus on Morrison Avenue near Westchester Avenue. The bus driver, a 65-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his back. Another occupant was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Other Vehicular." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the primary error. The bus sustained damage to its left rear bumper and quarter panel. The bus carried ten occupants at the time. The pickup showed no reported damage.
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Driver Hits Child Playing on Longwood Ave▸Jul 29 - Westbound driver in a Ford sedan hit a six-year-old boy playing in the roadway by 965 Longwood Ave. Deep cuts. Hip injury. The child was conscious. Pavement was slippery. Police cited pedestrian confusion.
A driver in a Ford sedan, traveling west and going straight, hit a six-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway near 965 Longwood Ave in the Bronx. The crash was not at an intersection. Impact was to the right front bumper. The boy suffered severe lacerations and a hip injury and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. No damage was reported to the car. According to the police report, the listed contributing factors were 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Pavement Slippery.' The driver held a valid New York license.
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Sedans Disregard Signal, Strike Pedestrians on Hunts Point Ave▸Jun 27 - Two sedans collided on Hunts Point Ave, Bronx. Three pedestrians not in the roadway were injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Impact left bodies broken, pain sharp, danger clear.
Two sedans crashed at Hunts Point Ave and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. Three pedestrians, not in the roadway, were struck and injured. One suffered crush injuries and lost consciousness. Two drivers and two passengers were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' One driver was unlicensed. The impact was severe, with injuries to entire bodies and one abdomen. The report lists no helmet or signal issues for those injured. Systemic failure at the intersection left vulnerable people hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working at Bronx Intersection▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at Gleason Avenue. She suffered crush injuries to her leg. The driver and a passenger were unhurt. The street saw pain, not justice.
A sedan making a right turn struck a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at the intersection of 1690 Gleason Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, and a passenger were not injured. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The impact left the pedestrian hurt while the vehicle showed no damage.
17S 8344
Torres votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
19
Elderly Man Struck and Left Unconscious in Bronx Intersection▸Mar 19 - An 81-year-old man lay bleeding and unconscious beneath the streetlights at Westchester and Metcalf. No driver stopped. No car remained. Only silence and the old man alone in the dark, another pedestrian left behind in the Bronx night.
According to the police report, an 81-year-old pedestrian was struck while crossing at the corner of Westchester Avenue and Metcalf Avenue in the Bronx. The report states the man was found unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. No driver remained at the scene, and no vehicle description was provided. The report notes, 'No driver stayed. No car described.' The pedestrian was left alone, with no witnesses or aid from the motorist responsible. The absence of any driver information or vehicle details underscores the systemic danger faced by pedestrians, especially when drivers flee and accountability vanishes. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior.
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Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision▸Feb 25 - A Honda Odyssey struck two teens on a bike in the Bronx. The 17-year-old boy died at the hospital. The 14-year-old girl survived. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. The street held the silence after impact.
ABC7 reported on February 25, 2025, that a 14-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy were riding a bike at Metcalf Ave and E 172nd St in the Bronx when a Honda Odyssey driven by a 42-year-old man struck them. Police found both teens at the scene. The boy was later pronounced dead at Jacobi Hospital. The girl and the driver survived. According to ABC7, 'The driver remained at the scene and no arrests were made.' The investigation continues. No information was given about how the crash occurred or any contributing driver actions. The case highlights ongoing dangers for young cyclists in city streets and the need for thorough investigations into each crash.
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Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision,
ABC7,
Published 2025-02-25
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Teen Motorcyclist Killed in Bronx Head-On Crash▸Feb 24 - A 17-year-old on a motorbike collided head-on with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue. He was thrown from his seat, his skull striking the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in over the Bronx.
A 17-year-old male riding a motorbike was killed in a violent head-on collision with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue near East 172nd Street in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 18:44, with both vehicles listed as 'Going Straight Ahead' before impact. The police report states the motorbike struck the SUV's right front quarter panel, resulting in the teen being ejected and suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time. Both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified' in the official documentation. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'He flew from the seat. His skull met the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in.' No driver errors are specifically cited in the police report, and no mention is made of victim behavior as a contributing factor beyond the absence of a helmet.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸Feb 4 - A 55-year-old man pedaled south on Westchester Avenue at dawn. A vehicle struck him from behind. His head was crushed, blood pooled, but he stayed conscious. The street was quiet. The driver followed too closely and was distracted.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man was riding his bicycle south on Westchester Avenue near Home Street in the Bronx at 6:05 a.m. when a vehicle struck him from behind. The report states the cyclist suffered crush injuries to his head but remained conscious as blood pooled on the pavement. The police report explicitly cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the street as quiet at the time of the collision and notes that the driver was distracted. No contributing factors related to the cyclist's behavior or equipment were listed in the report. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, which led to the violent impact.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Infant on Longfellow Ave▸Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
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Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
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Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Sep 6 - A driver in an SUV crashed while changing lanes on the Bruckner Expressway eastbound Exit 52 in the Bronx. The 24-year-old was injured with an elbow and hand wound and an amputation complaint. Police recorded driver inattention and distraction.
A driver in an SUV crashed while changing lanes on the eastbound Bruckner Expressway Exit 52 in the Bronx. The 24-year-old man driving was injured, with an elbow and hand injury and an amputation complaint. A 54-year-old male occupant was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver. The vehicle was traveling east; pre-crash action was changing lanes. The point of impact and reported damage were to the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Northbound Pickup Hits Parked Bus, Driver Crushed▸Aug 12 - The driver of a northbound pickup hit a parked bus on Morrison near Westchester. Metal buckled. A 65-year-old bus driver suffered crush injuries to his back. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Other Vehicular.
The driver of a northbound pickup truck hit a parked GMC bus on Morrison Avenue near Westchester Avenue. The bus driver, a 65-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his back. Another occupant was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Other Vehicular." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the primary error. The bus sustained damage to its left rear bumper and quarter panel. The bus carried ten occupants at the time. The pickup showed no reported damage.
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Driver Hits Child Playing on Longwood Ave▸Jul 29 - Westbound driver in a Ford sedan hit a six-year-old boy playing in the roadway by 965 Longwood Ave. Deep cuts. Hip injury. The child was conscious. Pavement was slippery. Police cited pedestrian confusion.
A driver in a Ford sedan, traveling west and going straight, hit a six-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway near 965 Longwood Ave in the Bronx. The crash was not at an intersection. Impact was to the right front bumper. The boy suffered severe lacerations and a hip injury and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. No damage was reported to the car. According to the police report, the listed contributing factors were 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Pavement Slippery.' The driver held a valid New York license.
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Sedans Disregard Signal, Strike Pedestrians on Hunts Point Ave▸Jun 27 - Two sedans collided on Hunts Point Ave, Bronx. Three pedestrians not in the roadway were injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Impact left bodies broken, pain sharp, danger clear.
Two sedans crashed at Hunts Point Ave and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. Three pedestrians, not in the roadway, were struck and injured. One suffered crush injuries and lost consciousness. Two drivers and two passengers were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' One driver was unlicensed. The impact was severe, with injuries to entire bodies and one abdomen. The report lists no helmet or signal issues for those injured. Systemic failure at the intersection left vulnerable people hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working at Bronx Intersection▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at Gleason Avenue. She suffered crush injuries to her leg. The driver and a passenger were unhurt. The street saw pain, not justice.
A sedan making a right turn struck a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at the intersection of 1690 Gleason Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, and a passenger were not injured. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The impact left the pedestrian hurt while the vehicle showed no damage.
17S 8344
Torres votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
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Elderly Man Struck and Left Unconscious in Bronx Intersection▸Mar 19 - An 81-year-old man lay bleeding and unconscious beneath the streetlights at Westchester and Metcalf. No driver stopped. No car remained. Only silence and the old man alone in the dark, another pedestrian left behind in the Bronx night.
According to the police report, an 81-year-old pedestrian was struck while crossing at the corner of Westchester Avenue and Metcalf Avenue in the Bronx. The report states the man was found unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. No driver remained at the scene, and no vehicle description was provided. The report notes, 'No driver stayed. No car described.' The pedestrian was left alone, with no witnesses or aid from the motorist responsible. The absence of any driver information or vehicle details underscores the systemic danger faced by pedestrians, especially when drivers flee and accountability vanishes. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior.
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Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision▸Feb 25 - A Honda Odyssey struck two teens on a bike in the Bronx. The 17-year-old boy died at the hospital. The 14-year-old girl survived. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. The street held the silence after impact.
ABC7 reported on February 25, 2025, that a 14-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy were riding a bike at Metcalf Ave and E 172nd St in the Bronx when a Honda Odyssey driven by a 42-year-old man struck them. Police found both teens at the scene. The boy was later pronounced dead at Jacobi Hospital. The girl and the driver survived. According to ABC7, 'The driver remained at the scene and no arrests were made.' The investigation continues. No information was given about how the crash occurred or any contributing driver actions. The case highlights ongoing dangers for young cyclists in city streets and the need for thorough investigations into each crash.
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Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision,
ABC7,
Published 2025-02-25
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Teen Motorcyclist Killed in Bronx Head-On Crash▸Feb 24 - A 17-year-old on a motorbike collided head-on with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue. He was thrown from his seat, his skull striking the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in over the Bronx.
A 17-year-old male riding a motorbike was killed in a violent head-on collision with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue near East 172nd Street in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 18:44, with both vehicles listed as 'Going Straight Ahead' before impact. The police report states the motorbike struck the SUV's right front quarter panel, resulting in the teen being ejected and suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time. Both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified' in the official documentation. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'He flew from the seat. His skull met the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in.' No driver errors are specifically cited in the police report, and no mention is made of victim behavior as a contributing factor beyond the absence of a helmet.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸Feb 4 - A 55-year-old man pedaled south on Westchester Avenue at dawn. A vehicle struck him from behind. His head was crushed, blood pooled, but he stayed conscious. The street was quiet. The driver followed too closely and was distracted.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man was riding his bicycle south on Westchester Avenue near Home Street in the Bronx at 6:05 a.m. when a vehicle struck him from behind. The report states the cyclist suffered crush injuries to his head but remained conscious as blood pooled on the pavement. The police report explicitly cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the street as quiet at the time of the collision and notes that the driver was distracted. No contributing factors related to the cyclist's behavior or equipment were listed in the report. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, which led to the violent impact.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Infant on Longfellow Ave▸Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
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Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
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Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Aug 12 - The driver of a northbound pickup hit a parked bus on Morrison near Westchester. Metal buckled. A 65-year-old bus driver suffered crush injuries to his back. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Other Vehicular.
The driver of a northbound pickup truck hit a parked GMC bus on Morrison Avenue near Westchester Avenue. The bus driver, a 65-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his back. Another occupant was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Other Vehicular." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the primary error. The bus sustained damage to its left rear bumper and quarter panel. The bus carried ten occupants at the time. The pickup showed no reported damage.
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Driver Hits Child Playing on Longwood Ave▸Jul 29 - Westbound driver in a Ford sedan hit a six-year-old boy playing in the roadway by 965 Longwood Ave. Deep cuts. Hip injury. The child was conscious. Pavement was slippery. Police cited pedestrian confusion.
A driver in a Ford sedan, traveling west and going straight, hit a six-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway near 965 Longwood Ave in the Bronx. The crash was not at an intersection. Impact was to the right front bumper. The boy suffered severe lacerations and a hip injury and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. No damage was reported to the car. According to the police report, the listed contributing factors were 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Pavement Slippery.' The driver held a valid New York license.
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Sedans Disregard Signal, Strike Pedestrians on Hunts Point Ave▸Jun 27 - Two sedans collided on Hunts Point Ave, Bronx. Three pedestrians not in the roadway were injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Impact left bodies broken, pain sharp, danger clear.
Two sedans crashed at Hunts Point Ave and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. Three pedestrians, not in the roadway, were struck and injured. One suffered crush injuries and lost consciousness. Two drivers and two passengers were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' One driver was unlicensed. The impact was severe, with injuries to entire bodies and one abdomen. The report lists no helmet or signal issues for those injured. Systemic failure at the intersection left vulnerable people hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working at Bronx Intersection▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at Gleason Avenue. She suffered crush injuries to her leg. The driver and a passenger were unhurt. The street saw pain, not justice.
A sedan making a right turn struck a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at the intersection of 1690 Gleason Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, and a passenger were not injured. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The impact left the pedestrian hurt while the vehicle showed no damage.
17S 8344
Torres votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
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Elderly Man Struck and Left Unconscious in Bronx Intersection▸Mar 19 - An 81-year-old man lay bleeding and unconscious beneath the streetlights at Westchester and Metcalf. No driver stopped. No car remained. Only silence and the old man alone in the dark, another pedestrian left behind in the Bronx night.
According to the police report, an 81-year-old pedestrian was struck while crossing at the corner of Westchester Avenue and Metcalf Avenue in the Bronx. The report states the man was found unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. No driver remained at the scene, and no vehicle description was provided. The report notes, 'No driver stayed. No car described.' The pedestrian was left alone, with no witnesses or aid from the motorist responsible. The absence of any driver information or vehicle details underscores the systemic danger faced by pedestrians, especially when drivers flee and accountability vanishes. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior.
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Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision▸Feb 25 - A Honda Odyssey struck two teens on a bike in the Bronx. The 17-year-old boy died at the hospital. The 14-year-old girl survived. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. The street held the silence after impact.
ABC7 reported on February 25, 2025, that a 14-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy were riding a bike at Metcalf Ave and E 172nd St in the Bronx when a Honda Odyssey driven by a 42-year-old man struck them. Police found both teens at the scene. The boy was later pronounced dead at Jacobi Hospital. The girl and the driver survived. According to ABC7, 'The driver remained at the scene and no arrests were made.' The investigation continues. No information was given about how the crash occurred or any contributing driver actions. The case highlights ongoing dangers for young cyclists in city streets and the need for thorough investigations into each crash.
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Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision,
ABC7,
Published 2025-02-25
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Teen Motorcyclist Killed in Bronx Head-On Crash▸Feb 24 - A 17-year-old on a motorbike collided head-on with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue. He was thrown from his seat, his skull striking the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in over the Bronx.
A 17-year-old male riding a motorbike was killed in a violent head-on collision with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue near East 172nd Street in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 18:44, with both vehicles listed as 'Going Straight Ahead' before impact. The police report states the motorbike struck the SUV's right front quarter panel, resulting in the teen being ejected and suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time. Both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified' in the official documentation. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'He flew from the seat. His skull met the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in.' No driver errors are specifically cited in the police report, and no mention is made of victim behavior as a contributing factor beyond the absence of a helmet.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸Feb 4 - A 55-year-old man pedaled south on Westchester Avenue at dawn. A vehicle struck him from behind. His head was crushed, blood pooled, but he stayed conscious. The street was quiet. The driver followed too closely and was distracted.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man was riding his bicycle south on Westchester Avenue near Home Street in the Bronx at 6:05 a.m. when a vehicle struck him from behind. The report states the cyclist suffered crush injuries to his head but remained conscious as blood pooled on the pavement. The police report explicitly cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the street as quiet at the time of the collision and notes that the driver was distracted. No contributing factors related to the cyclist's behavior or equipment were listed in the report. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, which led to the violent impact.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Infant on Longfellow Ave▸Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
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Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
13
Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Jul 29 - Westbound driver in a Ford sedan hit a six-year-old boy playing in the roadway by 965 Longwood Ave. Deep cuts. Hip injury. The child was conscious. Pavement was slippery. Police cited pedestrian confusion.
A driver in a Ford sedan, traveling west and going straight, hit a six-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway near 965 Longwood Ave in the Bronx. The crash was not at an intersection. Impact was to the right front bumper. The boy suffered severe lacerations and a hip injury and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. No damage was reported to the car. According to the police report, the listed contributing factors were 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Pavement Slippery.' The driver held a valid New York license.
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Sedans Disregard Signal, Strike Pedestrians on Hunts Point Ave▸Jun 27 - Two sedans collided on Hunts Point Ave, Bronx. Three pedestrians not in the roadway were injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Impact left bodies broken, pain sharp, danger clear.
Two sedans crashed at Hunts Point Ave and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. Three pedestrians, not in the roadway, were struck and injured. One suffered crush injuries and lost consciousness. Two drivers and two passengers were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' One driver was unlicensed. The impact was severe, with injuries to entire bodies and one abdomen. The report lists no helmet or signal issues for those injured. Systemic failure at the intersection left vulnerable people hurt.
23
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working at Bronx Intersection▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at Gleason Avenue. She suffered crush injuries to her leg. The driver and a passenger were unhurt. The street saw pain, not justice.
A sedan making a right turn struck a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at the intersection of 1690 Gleason Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, and a passenger were not injured. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The impact left the pedestrian hurt while the vehicle showed no damage.
17S 8344
Torres votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
19
Elderly Man Struck and Left Unconscious in Bronx Intersection▸Mar 19 - An 81-year-old man lay bleeding and unconscious beneath the streetlights at Westchester and Metcalf. No driver stopped. No car remained. Only silence and the old man alone in the dark, another pedestrian left behind in the Bronx night.
According to the police report, an 81-year-old pedestrian was struck while crossing at the corner of Westchester Avenue and Metcalf Avenue in the Bronx. The report states the man was found unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. No driver remained at the scene, and no vehicle description was provided. The report notes, 'No driver stayed. No car described.' The pedestrian was left alone, with no witnesses or aid from the motorist responsible. The absence of any driver information or vehicle details underscores the systemic danger faced by pedestrians, especially when drivers flee and accountability vanishes. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior.
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Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision▸Feb 25 - A Honda Odyssey struck two teens on a bike in the Bronx. The 17-year-old boy died at the hospital. The 14-year-old girl survived. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. The street held the silence after impact.
ABC7 reported on February 25, 2025, that a 14-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy were riding a bike at Metcalf Ave and E 172nd St in the Bronx when a Honda Odyssey driven by a 42-year-old man struck them. Police found both teens at the scene. The boy was later pronounced dead at Jacobi Hospital. The girl and the driver survived. According to ABC7, 'The driver remained at the scene and no arrests were made.' The investigation continues. No information was given about how the crash occurred or any contributing driver actions. The case highlights ongoing dangers for young cyclists in city streets and the need for thorough investigations into each crash.
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Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision,
ABC7,
Published 2025-02-25
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Teen Motorcyclist Killed in Bronx Head-On Crash▸Feb 24 - A 17-year-old on a motorbike collided head-on with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue. He was thrown from his seat, his skull striking the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in over the Bronx.
A 17-year-old male riding a motorbike was killed in a violent head-on collision with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue near East 172nd Street in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 18:44, with both vehicles listed as 'Going Straight Ahead' before impact. The police report states the motorbike struck the SUV's right front quarter panel, resulting in the teen being ejected and suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time. Both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified' in the official documentation. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'He flew from the seat. His skull met the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in.' No driver errors are specifically cited in the police report, and no mention is made of victim behavior as a contributing factor beyond the absence of a helmet.
4
Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸Feb 4 - A 55-year-old man pedaled south on Westchester Avenue at dawn. A vehicle struck him from behind. His head was crushed, blood pooled, but he stayed conscious. The street was quiet. The driver followed too closely and was distracted.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man was riding his bicycle south on Westchester Avenue near Home Street in the Bronx at 6:05 a.m. when a vehicle struck him from behind. The report states the cyclist suffered crush injuries to his head but remained conscious as blood pooled on the pavement. The police report explicitly cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the street as quiet at the time of the collision and notes that the driver was distracted. No contributing factors related to the cyclist's behavior or equipment were listed in the report. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, which led to the violent impact.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Infant on Longfellow Ave▸Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
19
Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
13
Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Jun 27 - Two sedans collided on Hunts Point Ave, Bronx. Three pedestrians not in the roadway were injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Impact left bodies broken, pain sharp, danger clear.
Two sedans crashed at Hunts Point Ave and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. Three pedestrians, not in the roadway, were struck and injured. One suffered crush injuries and lost consciousness. Two drivers and two passengers were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' One driver was unlicensed. The impact was severe, with injuries to entire bodies and one abdomen. The report lists no helmet or signal issues for those injured. Systemic failure at the intersection left vulnerable people hurt.
23
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working at Bronx Intersection▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at Gleason Avenue. She suffered crush injuries to her leg. The driver and a passenger were unhurt. The street saw pain, not justice.
A sedan making a right turn struck a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at the intersection of 1690 Gleason Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, and a passenger were not injured. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The impact left the pedestrian hurt while the vehicle showed no damage.
17S 8344
Torres votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
19
Elderly Man Struck and Left Unconscious in Bronx Intersection▸Mar 19 - An 81-year-old man lay bleeding and unconscious beneath the streetlights at Westchester and Metcalf. No driver stopped. No car remained. Only silence and the old man alone in the dark, another pedestrian left behind in the Bronx night.
According to the police report, an 81-year-old pedestrian was struck while crossing at the corner of Westchester Avenue and Metcalf Avenue in the Bronx. The report states the man was found unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. No driver remained at the scene, and no vehicle description was provided. The report notes, 'No driver stayed. No car described.' The pedestrian was left alone, with no witnesses or aid from the motorist responsible. The absence of any driver information or vehicle details underscores the systemic danger faced by pedestrians, especially when drivers flee and accountability vanishes. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior.
25
Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision▸Feb 25 - A Honda Odyssey struck two teens on a bike in the Bronx. The 17-year-old boy died at the hospital. The 14-year-old girl survived. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. The street held the silence after impact.
ABC7 reported on February 25, 2025, that a 14-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy were riding a bike at Metcalf Ave and E 172nd St in the Bronx when a Honda Odyssey driven by a 42-year-old man struck them. Police found both teens at the scene. The boy was later pronounced dead at Jacobi Hospital. The girl and the driver survived. According to ABC7, 'The driver remained at the scene and no arrests were made.' The investigation continues. No information was given about how the crash occurred or any contributing driver actions. The case highlights ongoing dangers for young cyclists in city streets and the need for thorough investigations into each crash.
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Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision,
ABC7,
Published 2025-02-25
24
Teen Motorcyclist Killed in Bronx Head-On Crash▸Feb 24 - A 17-year-old on a motorbike collided head-on with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue. He was thrown from his seat, his skull striking the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in over the Bronx.
A 17-year-old male riding a motorbike was killed in a violent head-on collision with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue near East 172nd Street in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 18:44, with both vehicles listed as 'Going Straight Ahead' before impact. The police report states the motorbike struck the SUV's right front quarter panel, resulting in the teen being ejected and suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time. Both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified' in the official documentation. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'He flew from the seat. His skull met the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in.' No driver errors are specifically cited in the police report, and no mention is made of victim behavior as a contributing factor beyond the absence of a helmet.
4
Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸Feb 4 - A 55-year-old man pedaled south on Westchester Avenue at dawn. A vehicle struck him from behind. His head was crushed, blood pooled, but he stayed conscious. The street was quiet. The driver followed too closely and was distracted.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man was riding his bicycle south on Westchester Avenue near Home Street in the Bronx at 6:05 a.m. when a vehicle struck him from behind. The report states the cyclist suffered crush injuries to his head but remained conscious as blood pooled on the pavement. The police report explicitly cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the street as quiet at the time of the collision and notes that the driver was distracted. No contributing factors related to the cyclist's behavior or equipment were listed in the report. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, which led to the violent impact.
20
Aggressive Driver Hits Infant on Longfellow Ave▸Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
19
Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
13
Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at Gleason Avenue. She suffered crush injuries to her leg. The driver and a passenger were unhurt. The street saw pain, not justice.
A sedan making a right turn struck a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at the intersection of 1690 Gleason Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, and a passenger were not injured. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The impact left the pedestrian hurt while the vehicle showed no damage.
17S 8344
Torres votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
19
Elderly Man Struck and Left Unconscious in Bronx Intersection▸Mar 19 - An 81-year-old man lay bleeding and unconscious beneath the streetlights at Westchester and Metcalf. No driver stopped. No car remained. Only silence and the old man alone in the dark, another pedestrian left behind in the Bronx night.
According to the police report, an 81-year-old pedestrian was struck while crossing at the corner of Westchester Avenue and Metcalf Avenue in the Bronx. The report states the man was found unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. No driver remained at the scene, and no vehicle description was provided. The report notes, 'No driver stayed. No car described.' The pedestrian was left alone, with no witnesses or aid from the motorist responsible. The absence of any driver information or vehicle details underscores the systemic danger faced by pedestrians, especially when drivers flee and accountability vanishes. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior.
25
Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision▸Feb 25 - A Honda Odyssey struck two teens on a bike in the Bronx. The 17-year-old boy died at the hospital. The 14-year-old girl survived. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. The street held the silence after impact.
ABC7 reported on February 25, 2025, that a 14-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy were riding a bike at Metcalf Ave and E 172nd St in the Bronx when a Honda Odyssey driven by a 42-year-old man struck them. Police found both teens at the scene. The boy was later pronounced dead at Jacobi Hospital. The girl and the driver survived. According to ABC7, 'The driver remained at the scene and no arrests were made.' The investigation continues. No information was given about how the crash occurred or any contributing driver actions. The case highlights ongoing dangers for young cyclists in city streets and the need for thorough investigations into each crash.
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Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision,
ABC7,
Published 2025-02-25
24
Teen Motorcyclist Killed in Bronx Head-On Crash▸Feb 24 - A 17-year-old on a motorbike collided head-on with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue. He was thrown from his seat, his skull striking the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in over the Bronx.
A 17-year-old male riding a motorbike was killed in a violent head-on collision with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue near East 172nd Street in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 18:44, with both vehicles listed as 'Going Straight Ahead' before impact. The police report states the motorbike struck the SUV's right front quarter panel, resulting in the teen being ejected and suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time. Both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified' in the official documentation. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'He flew from the seat. His skull met the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in.' No driver errors are specifically cited in the police report, and no mention is made of victim behavior as a contributing factor beyond the absence of a helmet.
4
Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸Feb 4 - A 55-year-old man pedaled south on Westchester Avenue at dawn. A vehicle struck him from behind. His head was crushed, blood pooled, but he stayed conscious. The street was quiet. The driver followed too closely and was distracted.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man was riding his bicycle south on Westchester Avenue near Home Street in the Bronx at 6:05 a.m. when a vehicle struck him from behind. The report states the cyclist suffered crush injuries to his head but remained conscious as blood pooled on the pavement. The police report explicitly cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the street as quiet at the time of the collision and notes that the driver was distracted. No contributing factors related to the cyclist's behavior or equipment were listed in the report. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, which led to the violent impact.
20
Aggressive Driver Hits Infant on Longfellow Ave▸Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
19
Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
13
Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
19
Elderly Man Struck and Left Unconscious in Bronx Intersection▸Mar 19 - An 81-year-old man lay bleeding and unconscious beneath the streetlights at Westchester and Metcalf. No driver stopped. No car remained. Only silence and the old man alone in the dark, another pedestrian left behind in the Bronx night.
According to the police report, an 81-year-old pedestrian was struck while crossing at the corner of Westchester Avenue and Metcalf Avenue in the Bronx. The report states the man was found unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. No driver remained at the scene, and no vehicle description was provided. The report notes, 'No driver stayed. No car described.' The pedestrian was left alone, with no witnesses or aid from the motorist responsible. The absence of any driver information or vehicle details underscores the systemic danger faced by pedestrians, especially when drivers flee and accountability vanishes. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior.
25
Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision▸Feb 25 - A Honda Odyssey struck two teens on a bike in the Bronx. The 17-year-old boy died at the hospital. The 14-year-old girl survived. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. The street held the silence after impact.
ABC7 reported on February 25, 2025, that a 14-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy were riding a bike at Metcalf Ave and E 172nd St in the Bronx when a Honda Odyssey driven by a 42-year-old man struck them. Police found both teens at the scene. The boy was later pronounced dead at Jacobi Hospital. The girl and the driver survived. According to ABC7, 'The driver remained at the scene and no arrests were made.' The investigation continues. No information was given about how the crash occurred or any contributing driver actions. The case highlights ongoing dangers for young cyclists in city streets and the need for thorough investigations into each crash.
-
Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision,
ABC7,
Published 2025-02-25
24
Teen Motorcyclist Killed in Bronx Head-On Crash▸Feb 24 - A 17-year-old on a motorbike collided head-on with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue. He was thrown from his seat, his skull striking the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in over the Bronx.
A 17-year-old male riding a motorbike was killed in a violent head-on collision with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue near East 172nd Street in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 18:44, with both vehicles listed as 'Going Straight Ahead' before impact. The police report states the motorbike struck the SUV's right front quarter panel, resulting in the teen being ejected and suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time. Both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified' in the official documentation. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'He flew from the seat. His skull met the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in.' No driver errors are specifically cited in the police report, and no mention is made of victim behavior as a contributing factor beyond the absence of a helmet.
4
Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸Feb 4 - A 55-year-old man pedaled south on Westchester Avenue at dawn. A vehicle struck him from behind. His head was crushed, blood pooled, but he stayed conscious. The street was quiet. The driver followed too closely and was distracted.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man was riding his bicycle south on Westchester Avenue near Home Street in the Bronx at 6:05 a.m. when a vehicle struck him from behind. The report states the cyclist suffered crush injuries to his head but remained conscious as blood pooled on the pavement. The police report explicitly cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the street as quiet at the time of the collision and notes that the driver was distracted. No contributing factors related to the cyclist's behavior or equipment were listed in the report. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, which led to the violent impact.
20
Aggressive Driver Hits Infant on Longfellow Ave▸Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
19
Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
13
Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Mar 19 - An 81-year-old man lay bleeding and unconscious beneath the streetlights at Westchester and Metcalf. No driver stopped. No car remained. Only silence and the old man alone in the dark, another pedestrian left behind in the Bronx night.
According to the police report, an 81-year-old pedestrian was struck while crossing at the corner of Westchester Avenue and Metcalf Avenue in the Bronx. The report states the man was found unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. No driver remained at the scene, and no vehicle description was provided. The report notes, 'No driver stayed. No car described.' The pedestrian was left alone, with no witnesses or aid from the motorist responsible. The absence of any driver information or vehicle details underscores the systemic danger faced by pedestrians, especially when drivers flee and accountability vanishes. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior.
25
Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision▸Feb 25 - A Honda Odyssey struck two teens on a bike in the Bronx. The 17-year-old boy died at the hospital. The 14-year-old girl survived. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. The street held the silence after impact.
ABC7 reported on February 25, 2025, that a 14-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy were riding a bike at Metcalf Ave and E 172nd St in the Bronx when a Honda Odyssey driven by a 42-year-old man struck them. Police found both teens at the scene. The boy was later pronounced dead at Jacobi Hospital. The girl and the driver survived. According to ABC7, 'The driver remained at the scene and no arrests were made.' The investigation continues. No information was given about how the crash occurred or any contributing driver actions. The case highlights ongoing dangers for young cyclists in city streets and the need for thorough investigations into each crash.
-
Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision,
ABC7,
Published 2025-02-25
24
Teen Motorcyclist Killed in Bronx Head-On Crash▸Feb 24 - A 17-year-old on a motorbike collided head-on with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue. He was thrown from his seat, his skull striking the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in over the Bronx.
A 17-year-old male riding a motorbike was killed in a violent head-on collision with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue near East 172nd Street in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 18:44, with both vehicles listed as 'Going Straight Ahead' before impact. The police report states the motorbike struck the SUV's right front quarter panel, resulting in the teen being ejected and suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time. Both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified' in the official documentation. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'He flew from the seat. His skull met the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in.' No driver errors are specifically cited in the police report, and no mention is made of victim behavior as a contributing factor beyond the absence of a helmet.
4
Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸Feb 4 - A 55-year-old man pedaled south on Westchester Avenue at dawn. A vehicle struck him from behind. His head was crushed, blood pooled, but he stayed conscious. The street was quiet. The driver followed too closely and was distracted.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man was riding his bicycle south on Westchester Avenue near Home Street in the Bronx at 6:05 a.m. when a vehicle struck him from behind. The report states the cyclist suffered crush injuries to his head but remained conscious as blood pooled on the pavement. The police report explicitly cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the street as quiet at the time of the collision and notes that the driver was distracted. No contributing factors related to the cyclist's behavior or equipment were listed in the report. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, which led to the violent impact.
20
Aggressive Driver Hits Infant on Longfellow Ave▸Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
19
Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
13
Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Feb 25 - A Honda Odyssey struck two teens on a bike in the Bronx. The 17-year-old boy died at the hospital. The 14-year-old girl survived. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. The street held the silence after impact.
ABC7 reported on February 25, 2025, that a 14-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy were riding a bike at Metcalf Ave and E 172nd St in the Bronx when a Honda Odyssey driven by a 42-year-old man struck them. Police found both teens at the scene. The boy was later pronounced dead at Jacobi Hospital. The girl and the driver survived. According to ABC7, 'The driver remained at the scene and no arrests were made.' The investigation continues. No information was given about how the crash occurred or any contributing driver actions. The case highlights ongoing dangers for young cyclists in city streets and the need for thorough investigations into each crash.
- Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision, ABC7, Published 2025-02-25
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Teen Motorcyclist Killed in Bronx Head-On Crash▸Feb 24 - A 17-year-old on a motorbike collided head-on with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue. He was thrown from his seat, his skull striking the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in over the Bronx.
A 17-year-old male riding a motorbike was killed in a violent head-on collision with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue near East 172nd Street in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 18:44, with both vehicles listed as 'Going Straight Ahead' before impact. The police report states the motorbike struck the SUV's right front quarter panel, resulting in the teen being ejected and suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time. Both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified' in the official documentation. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'He flew from the seat. His skull met the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in.' No driver errors are specifically cited in the police report, and no mention is made of victim behavior as a contributing factor beyond the absence of a helmet.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸Feb 4 - A 55-year-old man pedaled south on Westchester Avenue at dawn. A vehicle struck him from behind. His head was crushed, blood pooled, but he stayed conscious. The street was quiet. The driver followed too closely and was distracted.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man was riding his bicycle south on Westchester Avenue near Home Street in the Bronx at 6:05 a.m. when a vehicle struck him from behind. The report states the cyclist suffered crush injuries to his head but remained conscious as blood pooled on the pavement. The police report explicitly cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the street as quiet at the time of the collision and notes that the driver was distracted. No contributing factors related to the cyclist's behavior or equipment were listed in the report. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, which led to the violent impact.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Infant on Longfellow Ave▸Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
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Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
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Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Feb 24 - A 17-year-old on a motorbike collided head-on with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue. He was thrown from his seat, his skull striking the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in over the Bronx.
A 17-year-old male riding a motorbike was killed in a violent head-on collision with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue near East 172nd Street in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 18:44, with both vehicles listed as 'Going Straight Ahead' before impact. The police report states the motorbike struck the SUV's right front quarter panel, resulting in the teen being ejected and suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time. Both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified' in the official documentation. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'He flew from the seat. His skull met the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in.' No driver errors are specifically cited in the police report, and no mention is made of victim behavior as a contributing factor beyond the absence of a helmet.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸Feb 4 - A 55-year-old man pedaled south on Westchester Avenue at dawn. A vehicle struck him from behind. His head was crushed, blood pooled, but he stayed conscious. The street was quiet. The driver followed too closely and was distracted.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man was riding his bicycle south on Westchester Avenue near Home Street in the Bronx at 6:05 a.m. when a vehicle struck him from behind. The report states the cyclist suffered crush injuries to his head but remained conscious as blood pooled on the pavement. The police report explicitly cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the street as quiet at the time of the collision and notes that the driver was distracted. No contributing factors related to the cyclist's behavior or equipment were listed in the report. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, which led to the violent impact.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Infant on Longfellow Ave▸Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
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Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
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Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Feb 4 - A 55-year-old man pedaled south on Westchester Avenue at dawn. A vehicle struck him from behind. His head was crushed, blood pooled, but he stayed conscious. The street was quiet. The driver followed too closely and was distracted.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man was riding his bicycle south on Westchester Avenue near Home Street in the Bronx at 6:05 a.m. when a vehicle struck him from behind. The report states the cyclist suffered crush injuries to his head but remained conscious as blood pooled on the pavement. The police report explicitly cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the street as quiet at the time of the collision and notes that the driver was distracted. No contributing factors related to the cyclist's behavior or equipment were listed in the report. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and attention, which led to the violent impact.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Infant on Longfellow Ave▸Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
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Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
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Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Jan 20 - A sedan surged north on Longfellow Avenue. An infant boy lay crushed in the street. The driver did not stop. The child’s cries pierced the night. Aggressive driving and failure to yield left a baby broken on Bronx asphalt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Longfellow Avenue struck an infant boy who was in the roadway near 817 Longfellow Ave in the Bronx at 20:10. The report states the woman driving the sedan did not stop after the collision. The infant suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was conscious but injured. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the crash. The report notes the child was a pedestrian not at an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but lists driver errors first and foremost. The sedan sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed. The incident underscores the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and a driver’s failure to yield, with a vulnerable child left injured in the street.
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Taxi With Failing Brakes Crushes Pedestrian’s Neck▸Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
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Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Jan 19 - A taxi slides down Boone Avenue, brakes useless on slick pavement. The left bumper slams a man, crushing his neck. He lies broken and conscious in the harsh glare, blood pooling on cold asphalt. Systemic failures leave flesh shattered.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Boone Avenue near 1829 struck a 48-year-old man who was in the roadway. The report states the taxi 'slides on wet asphalt' and that 'brakes fail,' resulting in the vehicle’s left front bumper striking the pedestrian. The man suffered severe crush injuries to his neck and was found conscious but gravely hurt in the street. The police report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors to the crash. No driver error beyond these mechanical and environmental failures is cited, but the systemic danger is clear: a vehicle unable to stop, a vulnerable pedestrian left exposed, and a city street transformed into a site of trauma. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s behavior.
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Driver Flees After Striking Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.
Jan 13 - A 71-year-old woman crossing Boynton Avenue in a marked crosswalk was struck and left bleeding by a fleeing driver. Blood pooled on the pavement. She suffered head wounds and deep cuts. The driver vanished, leaving only silence behind.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old woman was crossing Boynton Avenue near 1030 in the Bronx, using a marked crosswalk. The incident occurred at approximately 16:50. The narrative states she was struck by a vehicle while crossing, resulting in severe head wounds and deep lacerations. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver did not remain at the scene; the report notes, 'The driver vanished. Only silence remained.' The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified' and provides no details about the vehicle or driver. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Crossing, No Signal, Marked Crosswalk,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to remain at the scene and the systemic danger posed by hit-and-run incidents.