Crash Count for Manhattan CB2
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,633
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,593
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 602
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 28
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 11
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 14, 2025
Carnage in CB 102
Killed 10
+1
Crush Injuries 4
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Chest 1
Head 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Severe Bleeding 13
Head 5
Lower leg/foot 3
Lower arm/hand 2
Whole body 2
Face 1
Severe Lacerations 9
Face 3
Hip/upper leg 2
Head 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Concussion 27
Head 19
+14
Neck 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Back 1
Face 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Whiplash 67
Neck 34
+29
Head 18
+13
Back 12
+7
Whole body 3
Face 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Lower leg/foot 1
Contusion/Bruise 172
Lower leg/foot 65
+60
Head 28
+23
Lower arm/hand 25
+20
Hip/upper leg 12
+7
Shoulder/upper arm 12
+7
Back 8
+3
Whole body 8
+3
Face 5
Neck 5
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Chest 3
Abrasion 138
Lower leg/foot 42
+37
Lower arm/hand 41
+36
Head 20
+15
Shoulder/upper arm 10
+5
Face 7
+2
Hip/upper leg 7
+2
Neck 5
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Whole body 3
Back 2
Pain/Nausea 29
Lower leg/foot 8
+3
Head 3
Hip/upper leg 3
Neck 3
Whole body 3
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Back 2
Lower arm/hand 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Chest 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 14, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Manhattan CB2?

Preventable Speeding in CB 102 School Zones

(since 2022)
CB2’s Crosswalks: 10 deaths, 1,198 injuries, and the clock won’t stop

CB2’s Crosswalks: 10 deaths, 1,198 injuries, and the clock won’t stop

Manhattan CB2: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025

Speed and steel don’t blink. People do.

Since 2022 in Manhattan CB2, 10 people were killed and 1,198 were injured in crashes. Twenty-two were seriously hurt. Pedestrians and cyclists take the hits most often. The hours do not spare the daylight.

“As we mourn the loss of the victims… we are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez after two people were killed at Canal and Bowery. Gothamist | NY1

“Canal Street is only as safe as its most dangerous block,” said Ben Furnas. Gothamist

“Demand for curb space… is increasing,” DOT said as it rolled out paid parking overnight uptown. West Side Spirit

Where the street keeps breaking

Five people walking were killed in CB2 since 2022. Two people on bikes. Three vehicle occupants. Pedestrians were hurt 324 times; cyclists 348. Heavy vehicles play a part: trucks and buses account for 26 pedestrian injuries and one death. Open Data

Corners repeat. Lafayette Street racks up injuries and serious injuries. So does Seventh Avenue. Broome Street saw two lives end.

The worst hours stack in the afternoon and early evening. 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. piles on injuries day after day; deaths strike at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m., 8 p.m., and 11 p.m. The danger does not wait for night. Open Data

Names become numbers at known corners

October 28, 2024. A 54‑year‑old woman, crossing with the signal at Spring and Crosby, was struck and killed by a left‑turning Jeep. Cops marked failure to yield. Open Data

May 16, 2024. Cornelia Street. A garbage truck backing killed a 35‑year‑old man on foot. The report says “backing unsafely.” Open Data

May 1, 2025. Broome at Centre. A cyclist was killed in a crash involving an SUV and a box truck. Open Data

June 23, 2024. The Bowery at East 4th. An elderly woman was struck and killed by a taxi traveling straight; the record cites traffic control disregarded. Open Data

The patterns we keep ignoring

Contributing factors keep circling back: disregarded signals, inattention, unsafe speed, failures to yield, and unsafe backing. “Other” dominates too often. It adds up to six deaths and 522 injuries by that label alone. The box on the form may be vague. The harm is not. Open Data

SUVs and sedans lead the toll on people walking: 175 pedestrian injuries and four deaths from cars and SUVs; taxis add another death and 35 more injuries; trucks take one more life. Bikes injure too, often at crowded crossings. This is a crowded grid built for legs, not speed. Open Data

Fix the turns. Clear the corners. Slow the cars.

The crash map points to the same moves: daylight the corners at Lafayette, Seventh, and Broome; add hardened left turns where drivers keep cutting across walkers; add leading pedestrian intervals and no‑turn‑on‑red at the repeat sites. Narrow lanes and raise crossings on Broome. Rein in truck backing on Cornelia with off‑hour loading and strict backing plans.

Citywide, the tools are on the table. Albany renewed 24/7 school‑zone speed cameras through 2030. AMNY Council and state leaders have also pushed bills to stop plate‑covering and expand automated enforcement. Open States A 7997 Open States A 8787

Lower speeds save lives. The city now has the power to act on speeds and to curb repeat speeders with limiters if Albany finishes the job. The Senate has moved on a bill to require intelligent speed assistance for drivers with repeated violations; Senator Brian Kavanagh voted yes in committee. Open States S 4045

Families keep paying at the crosswalk. Officials speak of plans and pilots. The numbers on these blocks do not wait.

For next steps and contacts, see our Take Action page.

Citations

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Other Representatives

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
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.

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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 2

1
Int 0193-2024 Rivera votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.

May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.

Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.


26
Taxi Slams Sedan on Greenwich Avenue

Apr 26 - A taxi rear-ended a sedan on Greenwich Avenue. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Metal and glass met in the dark. Pain followed.

A taxi struck the rear of a sedan at 70 Greenwich Avenue in Manhattan. One driver, age 23, was injured with back pain. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Both vehicles were occupied by licensed male drivers. The taxi hit the sedan's back end, damaging both cars. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists driver errors as the main contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808349 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
24
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Greenwich Ave

Apr 24 - SUV hit a 67-year-old man on Greenwich Ave. He suffered arm injuries and bruises. Police list no clear cause. The street stays dangerous for those on foot.

A 67-year-old man walking outside the intersection on Greenwich Ave was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his arm and a contusion. The SUV's right front quarter panel took the impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for pedestrians, especially older New Yorkers, even when no clear cause is recorded.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807969 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
18
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Hudson Street

Apr 18 - A sedan hit a 19-year-old cyclist at 540 Hudson Street. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. The street saw blood and shock. Metal met flesh. The system failed.

A 19-year-old cyclist was injured after a collision with a sedan at 540 Hudson Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered injuries to his entire body, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The sedan's left rear quarter panel was damaged. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention and use lanes properly.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807327 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway

Apr 17 - SUV cut left on Broadway. Cyclist hit, thrown, neck hurt. Police cite driver inattention and bad lane use. City street, hard impact, another rider down.

A Jeep SUV making a left turn struck a southbound cyclist at 530 Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and minor burn. According to the police report, driver inattention/distraction and improper passing or lane usage contributed to the crash. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the report first lists driver errors as the main factors. No serious injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808338 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
16
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick

Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.

A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806413 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
16
A 7997 Glick sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, likely reducing overall street safety.

Apr 16 - Assembly bill A 7997 lets speed cameras catch drivers hiding or altering plates. It extends camera use in school zones. Lawmakers push to close loopholes that shield reckless drivers from accountability.

Assembly bill A 7997, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Deborah Glick with co-sponsors Jo Anne Simon, John Zaccaro Jr., Linda Rosenthal, and Tony Simone, was introduced on April 16, 2025. It 'permits the use of photo speed violation monitoring systems in New York City for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction, concealment, and/or distortion; extends provisions permitting the use of speed cameras in certain school zones.' By targeting plate obstruction, the bill seeks to stop drivers from dodging speed camera enforcement, a move that could help protect pedestrians and cyclists from repeat offenders.


12
Taxis Collide at Unsafe Speed on 5th Ave

Apr 12 - Two taxis struck on 5th Ave. One driver bruised. Unsafe speed listed. Metal bent. No pedestrians hurt. The street stayed loud.

Two taxis crashed on 5th Avenue at West 9th Street in Manhattan. One driver, a 49-year-old woman, suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before mentioning safety equipment. The crash left one driver injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger of speed on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806465 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death

Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.

The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.


11
Sedan Turns Left, Pedestrian Struck at Sixth Avenue

Apr 11 - A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on Avenue of the Americas. He suffered a back injury and shock. The crash left him bruised at the intersection.

A sedan making a left turn struck a 42-year-old man crossing Avenue of the Americas at West 10th Street. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The man suffered a back injury and was in shock, with a contusion noted. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805726 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
11
Pickup Truck Swerves, Cyclist Injured on Bleecker

Apr 11 - Pickup veered on Bleecker. Bike struck. Cyclist thrown, leg torn. Unsafe lane change cut him down. Metal met flesh. Blood on the street. Truck kept rolling.

A pickup truck and a bicycle collided on Bleecker Street at Sullivan Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured, suffering abrasions and leg trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The pickup was merging when it struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only contributing factor cited is the truck driver's unsafe lane change.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805728 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
11
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash

Apr 11 - Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.


10
Int 1233-2025 Bottcher co-sponsors bill to require vegetated medians, boosting cyclist and pedestrian safety.

Apr 10 - Council bill orders trees and plants on new medians between bike lanes and car traffic. Concrete gets green. Barriers grow roots. The city must build for life, not speed.

Int 1233-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced April 10, 2025, it demands new medians between bicycle lanes and motor vehicles be built for trees and vegetation, pending feasibility. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to the planting of vegetation on new medians separating bicycle lanes from motorized vehicle traffic.” Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Bottcher, Ossé, Brannan, Hanif, and Brooks-Powers. They push the city to plant, or allow planting, in every new median. The law would take effect 120 days after passage. No safety analyst note was provided.


10
Int 1105-2024 Bottcher votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.

Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.

Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.


10
Int 1105-2024 Marte votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.

Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.

Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.


10
Int 1105-2024 Rivera votes yes to boost street safety transparency and accountability.

Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.

Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.


10
Int 1105-2024 Rivera votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.

Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.

Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.


8
Teen E-Scooter Rider Injured by Pickup on Sixth Avenue

Apr 8 - A 16-year-old e-scooter rider struck by a pickup truck on Avenue of the Americas suffered a hip injury. The crash left the teen bruised and conscious. Police cited pedestrian or cyclist confusion.

A 16-year-old girl riding an e-scooter was injured when a pickup truck hit her on Avenue of the Americas at West 3rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the teen suffered a hip contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were cited in the data. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804786 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
7
Cyclist Injured in Howard Street Crash

Apr 7 - A 52-year-old cyclist struck and hurt on Howard Street. Face injured. Shock followed. Police cite confusion as cause. No other vehicles listed. Night in Manhattan, danger on two wheels.

A 52-year-old male cyclist was injured at 1 Howard Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a facial injury and was in shock after the crash. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The cyclist complained of pain or nausea. No helmet use was noted as a factor. The crash happened at night, leaving one vulnerable road user hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815334 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
7
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen

Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.

Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.