Crash Count for Manhattan CB2
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,786
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,182
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 435
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 21
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 10
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 9, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Manhattan CB2?

No More Accidents—Only Choices: Demand Action on Deadly Streets

No More Accidents—Only Choices: Demand Action on Deadly Streets

Manhattan CB2: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 24, 2025

Death on Familiar Streets

In Manhattan CB2, violence does not come in a single storm. It arrives every week, every day, in the slow grind of wheels on asphalt and bodies broken in the crosswalk. In the last twelve months, three people died and 397 were injured in 859 crashes. Ten were left with injuries so severe they may never walk the same. The dead do not get a second chance.

Just last spring, a cyclist was killed at Centre and Broome. In October, a woman crossing with the signal at Crosby and Spring was struck and killed by a turning SUV. A man was crushed by a backing garbage truck on Cornelia Street. These are not rare events. They are the city’s heartbeat now.

The Human Cost

A crash is not an accident. It is a system working as designed. Most victims are walkers and cyclists. The numbers are cold: cars and SUVs caused the most harm, with 4 deaths and 235 injuries. Trucks and buses killed one, injured 23. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes left dozens more hurt. The cost is measured in lives cut short, families left waiting for someone who will not come home.

“It felt like he was scratching like big noise and I was honking like stop and he kept doing it,” said Martina Minor after a Midtown chase ended in wreckage and fear (ABC7).

Leadership: Action and Delay

Local leaders have moved, but slowly. Assembly Member Deborah Glick and State Senator Brian Kavanagh both voted to renew and expand speed camera enforcement near schools. Glick also sponsored bills to crack down on drivers who hide their plates and to extend camera enforcement. But the citywide 20 mph limit allowed by Sammy’s Law remains unused. Every day of delay is another day of risk.

What Now: No More Waiting

This is not fate. It is policy. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph limit. Demand cameras that work, and laws that stop repeat offenders. The dead cannot speak. You can.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Manhattan CB2 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Manhattan, city council district District 2, assembly district AD 66 and state senate district SD 27.
Which areas are in Manhattan CB2?
It includes the Soho-Little Italy-Hudson Square, Greenwich Village, and West Village neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 1, District 2, and District 3, Assembly Districts AD 65 and AD 66, and State Senate Districts SD 27 and SD 47.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Manhattan CB2?
Cars and SUVs caused the most harm to pedestrians: 4 deaths and 235 injuries. Trucks and buses killed 1 and injured 23. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes left dozens more hurt, with bikes causing 41 injuries including 1 serious injury.
Are these crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
These crashes are preventable. They happen because of policy choices, street design, and enforcement—not fate.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can lower the speed limit to 20 mph, expand speed camera enforcement, pass laws to stop repeat offenders, and redesign streets to protect people walking and biking.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

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Deborah Glick
Assembly Member Deborah Glick
District 66
District Office:
853 Broadway Suite 2007, New York, NY 10003
Legislative Office:
Room 621, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Carlina Rivera
Council Member Carlina Rivera
District 2
District Office:
254 East 4th Street, New York, NY 10009
212-677-1077
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1820, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7366
Twitter: CarlinaRivera
Brian Kavanagh
State Senator Brian Kavanagh
District 27
District Office:
Room 2011, 250 Broadway, New York, NY 10007
Legislative Office:
Room 512, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Manhattan CB2 Manhattan Community Board 2 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 6, District 2, AD 66, SD 27.

It contains Soho-Little Italy-Hudson Square, Greenwich Village, West Village.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 2

A 1280
Glick co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.

Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.

Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.


Limo Hits Cyclist on Mercer Street

A limo struck a 22-year-old cyclist on Mercer Street. The rider suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction. Both vehicles showed front-end damage.

According to the police report, a limo traveling south collided with a 22-year-old male bicyclist heading east on Mercer Street. The cyclist suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention/distraction as contributing factors. The cyclist was also affected by traffic control disregard. The bike was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the limo sustained damage to its center front end. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash underscores driver errors and systemic danger on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597379 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Street

A pedestrian crossing Grand Street with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.

According to the police report, an SUV making a left turn on Grand Street in Manhattan struck a male pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash highlights driver errors that led to the injury of a vulnerable road user.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4596305 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Near West 13th Street

A man crossing outside a crosswalk was struck by a Ford truck entering a parked position in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and a lower arm injury. The truck showed no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured while crossing the street near West 13th Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was hit by a 2015 Ford truck that was entering a parked position and traveling east. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The truck showed no damage. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4595515 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Pedestrian Hit by Turning SUV on Bowery

A 41-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck by a left-turning SUV on Bowery. The driver, inexperienced and distracted, hit the pedestrian with the vehicle’s left front bumper. The woman suffered a head contusion and remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 41-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bowery at an intersection with the signal. The driver, operating a 2013 Audi SUV, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention/distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious after the impact. The vehicle showed no damage despite the collision. The driver was licensed and from Connecticut. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4592324 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal

A 28-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck by an eastbound e-scooter on 7 Avenue near West 14 Street. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The scooter driver was inexperienced and speeding.

According to the police report, an e-scooter traveling east on 7 Avenue collided with a pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near West 14 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 28-year-old woman, sustained contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg. The report lists the contributing factors as unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. No other vehicles or occupants were involved. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4592964 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Bicyclist Abraded in 5th Avenue Sedan Crash

A sedan struck a bicyclist on 5th Avenue. The rider, 37, suffered arm abrasions. Both moved east, straight ahead. Police cite confusion as a crash factor. No driver errors listed. The cyclist was not ejected.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a sedan struck him on 5th Avenue. Both the bike and the sedan were traveling east, moving straight ahead at the time of the crash. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the sedan operator were noted. The sedan's left front bumper was the point of impact. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4592982 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Greenwich Street

A sedan struck a bicyclist traveling north on Greenwich Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, including a concussion. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was seriously hurt.

According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Greenwich Street. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained a head injury with a concussion. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The sedan and bike were both traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. No other contributing factors or violations were noted. The bicyclist was conscious but seriously injured. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4594673 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 27-year-old woman was hit by a taxi on East 3 Street in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal when the taxi, traveling southwest, struck her at the front center. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling southwest on East 3 Street struck a 27-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was not ejected and was in a designated crossing area. No safety equipment or helmet was noted. The taxi had no occupants other than the driver at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4590990 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Crashes Into Parked Vehicles on 5th Avenue

A speeding SUV slammed into multiple parked cars on Manhattan’s 5th Avenue. The driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered injuries across his entire body and was left in shock. The crash caused significant damage to several vehicles lined up along the street.

According to the police report, a 32-year-old male driver operating a 2019 SUV was traveling southbound on 5th Avenue when he collided with several parked vehicles. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" and "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as contributing factors. The driver was injured with bodily harm to his entire body and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The impact damaged the center front end of the SUV and the rear ends and sides of multiple parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved or injured in this incident.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4584215 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Perry Street

A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing Perry Street. The driver, traveling west, hit the pedestrian with the right front bumper. The victim suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was inattentive.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured crossing Perry Street outside of an intersection. The driver, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 42-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was noted. The pedestrian was conscious and not at an intersection when struck. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4585381 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Driver Injured as Sedans Collide on West 13

Two sedans crashed late on West 13 Street. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention. Both cars showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and buckled in.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 13 Street at 11:42 p.m. The crash left a 34-year-old male driver with neck injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Police listed driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report does not blame the injured driver, focusing instead on inattention as the cause.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4583144 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Washington Square South

A sedan struck a bicyclist on Washington Square South. The cyclist, a 39-year-old woman, suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike showed no damage; the sedan’s right side doors were hit.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Washington Square South collided with a bicyclist also traveling east. The bicyclist, a 39-year-old woman wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The sedan’s right side doors were impacted and damaged. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered moderate injuries. The bike showed no damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash. The collision occurred on the right side of the sedan, indicating the point of impact was on the vehicle’s right side doors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4580233 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUVs on 5 Avenue

A 32-year-old male driver struck two parked SUVs on 5 Avenue. The impact hit the right front bumper of his vehicle and damaged the left rear quarter panel and center back end of the parked cars. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash.

According to the police report, a 32-year-old male driver was traveling straight ahead on 5 Avenue when he collided with two parked SUVs. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected but sustained head injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The collision damaged the right front bumper of the driver's vehicle and the left rear quarter panel and center back end of the parked SUVs. No other injuries or victims were reported. The driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4579228 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian on Kenmare Street

A 22-year-old man was hit by a motorcycle while crossing Kenmare Street in Manhattan. The rider was going straight westbound. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash involved improper lane usage and driver distraction.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Kenmare Street struck a 22-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The motorcycle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely to the pedestrian rather than the vehicle. No safety equipment or pedestrian fault was noted. The crash highlights dangers from driver lane misuse and distraction in Manhattan.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4580305 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Taxi Strikes Female Bicyclist on Thompson Street

A 27-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and injured after a taxi struck her on Thompson Street. The impact hit her face, causing contusions. The taxi showed no damage. Driver errors included improper lane usage and disregarding traffic control.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old female bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a taxi on Thompson Street. The bicyclist suffered facial contusions and bruises. The taxi, driven by a licensed male driver, had no visible damage. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash occurred with both vehicles traveling straight ahead, with the taxi impacting the center front end of the bike. The report does not assign fault to the bicyclist but highlights the taxi driver's failure to maintain proper lane usage and obey traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4578792 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 57-year-old man was struck by a taxi making a right turn on Broadway. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash caused no damage to the taxi.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Broadway made a right turn and struck a 57-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The taxi driver made the turn without damage to the vehicle. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights confusion or error on the part of the pedestrian despite crossing legally.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4577647 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
E-Bike Rider Ejected in West 4 Street Crash

A 19-year-old e-bike driver was ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on West 4 Street. The impact struck the bike’s right front quarter panel and the sedan’s left front bumper. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and shock.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver was injured and ejected during a crash on West 4 Street. The collision involved a sedan traveling west and an e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the bike’s right front quarter panel and the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor by the e-bike driver. The rider sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4577645 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal

A 60-year-old woman was struck by a box truck while crossing West 14 Street against the signal. She suffered a back injury and was in shock. The truck was making a right turn and showed no damage. The pedestrian was injured at the intersection.

According to the police report, a 60-year-old female pedestrian was injured on West 14 Street in Manhattan after being hit by a box truck making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was reported to be in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The box truck, driven by a licensed male driver, showed no damage and had one occupant. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the driver. The pedestrian's crossing against the signal is noted as a contributing factor, but no blame is assigned. The incident highlights the dangers present at intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4574445 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Moped Driver Injured in Manhattan Sedan Crash

A moped and sedan collided on West Street in Manhattan. The moped driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan struck the moped’s left front quarter panel. Driver distraction was a key factor. The moped rider was helmeted but injured.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on West Street in Manhattan involving a sedan and a moped, both traveling north. The moped driver, a 25-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan struck the moped on its left front quarter panel, damaging its right side doors. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The moped driver was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted beyond driver distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4574728 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16