Crash Count for Manhattan CB3
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,702
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,993
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 587
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 29
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 17
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 24, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Manhattan CB3?

Seventeen Dead. Thousands Hurt. How Many More Before City Hall Acts?

Seventeen Dead. Thousands Hurt. How Many More Before City Hall Acts?

Manhattan CB3: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 31, 2025

The Toll on Our Streets

Seventeen dead. Nearly two thousand injured. That is the cost of traffic violence in Manhattan CB3 since 2022. The numbers do not bleed, but people do. In the last twelve months alone, one person died and 646 were hurt—most of them walking, biking, or just trying to live their lives. The wounds are not abstract. They are broken skulls, crushed chests, faces torn open, and lives ended at the curb.

Just last week, a 65-year-old man on an e-bike was hit on Second Avenue. The driver fled. Paramedics found the man unconscious, his head split open. “They immediately started doing CPR and quickly put him in the ambulance,” a witness said. The driver was unlicensed. He was arrested two hours later, charged with leaving the scene and driving without a license. The street was closed. The red light on the crumpled bike kept blinking in the dark (West Side Spirit).

Patterns of Harm

Cars and trucks kill and maim the most. Of the deaths and injuries to pedestrians here, most come from sedans, SUVs, and trucks. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes also leave scars, but the steel machines do the worst damage. The violence is steady. It does not care about age. Children, elders, workers—no one is spared. The city counts the bodies. It does not count the empty chairs.

What Leaders Have Done—And Not Done

Local leaders have taken some steps. Council Member Christopher Marte called out the city for “ongoing neglect” after a deadly bridge crash (West Side Spirit). Assembly Member Grace Lee and Senator Brian Kavanagh both voted to extend school speed zones, a move that will help protect children. But the pace is slow. The danger is not.

Every day without action is another day someone does not come home.

Call to Action: Make Them Hear You

This is not fate. This is policy. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand speed cameras everywhere children walk. Demand that repeat speeders lose their keys. Do not wait for another name on the list. Act now.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Manhattan CB3 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Manhattan, city council district District 1, assembly district AD 65 and state senate district SD 27.
Which areas are in Manhattan CB3?
It includes the Chinatown-Two Bridges, Lower East Side, and East Village neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 1 and District 2, Assembly Districts AD 65, AD 66, and AD 74, and State Senate District SD 27.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Manhattan CB3?
Cars and Trucks: 6 deaths, 7 serious injuries, 321 other injuries. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 0 serious injuries, 28 other injuries. Bikes: 1 death, 1 serious injury, 42 other injuries. Cars and trucks do the most harm (NYC Open Data).
Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
These are not just accidents. The steady toll of deaths and injuries comes from policy choices—speed limits, enforcement, street design. Every crash that kills or maims could have been prevented.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can lower speed limits, expand speed cameras, redesign streets for safety, and pass laws to keep repeat dangerous drivers off the road. They can act now, not after another death.
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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Other Representatives

Grace Lee
Assembly Member Grace Lee
District 65
District Office:
Room 302, 64 Fulton St., New York, NY 10038
Legislative Office:
Room 429, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Christopher Marte
Council Member Christopher Marte
District 1
District Office:
65 East Broadway, New York, NY 10002
212-587-3159
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1815, New York, NY 10007
212-587-3159
Twitter: ChrisMarteNYC
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 CB3 Manhattan Community Board 3 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 7, District 1, AD 65, SD 27.

It contains Chinatown-Two Bridges, Lower East Side, East Village.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 3

City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street

City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.

New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.


Manhattan Bridge Crash Kills Two Bystanders

A car sped off Manhattan Bridge, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and bench sitter May Kwok. Police found guns, alcohol, and an overdue rental. The city faces calls to fix a deadly intersection.

West Side Spirit (2025-07-28) reports two women face charges after a car, speeding off Manhattan Bridge, killed cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and pedestrian May Kwok. Police found guns, alcohol, and an overdue rental at the scene; one driver refused a breathalyzer. Council Member Marte criticized the Department of Transportation for 'ongoing neglect.' The crash site, long known as dangerous, drew protests and renewed calls for city action. The indictment remains sealed until the next court date.


Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be

A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.

According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.


Child Pedestrian Hurt Boarding Vehicle on Chrystie

A car struck an eight-year-old girl as she boarded a vehicle on Chrystie Street. She suffered facial abrasions. The crash left her conscious but injured. Police list no driver errors.

An eight-year-old girl was injured while getting on or off a vehicle, not a school bus, on Chrystie Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she suffered abrasions to her face and remained conscious after the crash. No driver errors or contributing factors are listed in the report. The incident involved an unspecified vehicle type. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830578 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Toyota Sienna Hits Elderly Pedestrian at Grand St

A Toyota Sienna struck a 70-year-old man crossing Grand Street. The crash left him with crushed legs. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed busy. The city moved on.

A 2017 Toyota Sienna, driven by a 65-year-old man, struck a 70-year-old pedestrian at the intersection of Grand Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his lower legs. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The driver was not injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No vehicle damage was noted. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians at city intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830262 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes

A firefighter died on FDR Drive. The driver fled. At Port Authority, a bus crash left over two dozen hurt. No arrests. The city’s streets remain brutal for those on foot and in transit.

Patch reported on July 24, 2025, that an FDNY firefighter was killed in a hit-and-run on FDR Drive. The driver left the scene. No arrests have been made. The article also notes, 'More Than 2 Dozen Injured In Bus Crash At Port Authority Bus Terminal.' Both incidents highlight ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and point to gaps in enforcement and street safety. Investigations continue, but the city’s traffic violence persists.


Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown

A driver tore through Midtown, smashing cars and fleeing police. Metal scraped. Horns blared. The chase ended at Lexington and 50th. Police drew guns. The driver was arrested. Streets bore the scars.

According to ABC7 (2025-07-22), a driver struck multiple vehicles—including a police cruiser—while fleeing police through Midtown Manhattan. The pursuit began after a hit at Park Ave and ended at 50th and Lexington. The suspect, Jose Foster, faces charges including assault, reckless endangerment, and fleeing police. Witness Martina Minor said, "It felt like he was scratching like big noise and I was honking like stop and he kept doing it." The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases in dense city streets, with property damage and potential harm to bystanders.


Deadly Canal Street Bridge Collision

A driver sped off the Manhattan Bridge, killed a cyclist and a woman on a bench. The intersection stayed dangerous. Another crash hit the same spot the next day. City action lags. Lives end. Cars keep coming.

Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-21) reports a driver with a history of hit-and-run plowed off the Manhattan Bridge, killing cyclist Kevin Scott Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, had been charged for a prior hit-and-run while unlicensed but was released pending trial. The article notes, 'New Yorkers have been begging for years for city officials to make Canal Street safer.' The intersection's highway design and delayed Department of Transportation safety plans leave it perilous. The day after the fatal crash, another car sped off the bridge and crashed at the same spot, underscoring systemic danger.


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Speeding Sedan Injures Pedestrian on Bowery

A sedan struck a pedestrian on Bowery at Canal. Unsafe speed and alcohol played a role. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Passengers and driver were also hurt. The crash left bruises and whiplash.

A sedan traveling west on Bowery at Canal Street struck a 20-year-old pedestrian, injuring his lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Alcohol Involvement' were listed as contributing factors. The driver and two passengers, ages 21 and 25, were also injured, with reports of whiplash and bruises. The driver was trapped in the vehicle. The crash damaged the sedan's left side doors. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of impact. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829639 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown

A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck a cyclist and a woman on a bench. Both died. The driver fled but was caught. Police found booze and drugs in the car. Systemic failures left danger unchecked.

According to the New York Post (2025-07-20), a 23-year-old woman drove a stolen, drug-filled car into a cyclist and a woman on a bench at Bowery and Canal, killing both. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, had faced charges for a previous crash but was released without bail. The article reports, 'Romero was behind the wheel of a booze- and drug-filled stolen blue Chevy Malibu when it plowed into a man on a bicycle and a 63-year-old woman on a bench.' Police said the car was packed with pills, marijuana, and alcohol. Romero and her passenger fled but were quickly caught. The case highlights gaps in bail reform and vehicle oversight.


Distracted Pickup Hits Cyclist on Avenue D

A pickup truck struck a cyclist on Avenue D. The rider, twenty, ejected and bruised, left in shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh met on Manhattan asphalt.

A pickup truck collided with a twenty-year-old cyclist on Avenue D in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered facial bruises and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the report centers driver distraction as the cause. No injuries were reported for the truck's occupants. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829505 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Taxi Strikes Cyclist on East 14th Street

A taxi hit a cyclist at 1st Ave and East 14th. The rider, 21, suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous for those outside a car.

A taxi and a bicycle collided at 1st Avenue and East 14th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The taxi showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The crash left the cyclist hurt, underscoring the risks faced by those traveling outside a car.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829508 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash

A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.

CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.


Taxi U-Turn Strikes Cyclist on Bowery

A taxi making a U-turn hit a cyclist on Bowery. The rider suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street saw blood and broken bone. The system failed the vulnerable again.

A taxi collided with a cyclist on Bowery at East 4th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not ejected. No helmet use is noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver distraction on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827947 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Delancey

A sedan turned left on Delancey and hit a cyclist. The rider took a blow to the shoulder. Police cite failure to yield. Passengers in the car were shaken. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.

A sedan making a left turn on Delancey Street collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, suffered a shoulder injury and bruising. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Four car occupants, all in their early twenties, were listed as uninjured or with unspecified injuries. The crash involved a Honda sedan and a bicycle. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The impact highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers fail to yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827925 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Defective Brakes Cause Canal Street Crash

Box truck and SUV collided on Canal Street. Faulty brakes and driver inexperience led to injury. One driver bruised. Metal and flesh met in the afternoon heat.

A box truck and an SUV crashed at 125 Canal Street in Manhattan. One woman, driving the SUV, suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Brakes Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The truck was stopped in traffic when the SUV struck its rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827024 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
SUV Turns Strike Cyclist on Chrystie Street

SUV cut across Chrystie. Bike rider thrown. Arm gashed. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane change. Metal against flesh. System failed to protect.

A 23-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV collided with his bike at 229 Chrystie Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn while the cyclist was turning left. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an arm injury. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any cyclist error. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to use lanes properly.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825883 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
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Improper Turn Injures Two on Chrystie Street

SUV and sedan collided on Chrystie near Canal. Two occupants hurt. Police cite improper turning. Metal struck metal. Passengers bore the force.

Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, crashed on Chrystie Street at Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Two people were injured: a 38-year-old front passenger suffered hip and leg injuries, and a 55-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or actions by the injured are noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825870 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Passengers Hurt

Two SUVs slammed together on FDR Drive. A young woman and a man suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Pain followed. No clear cause named. The city’s danger showed itself again.

Two sport utility vehicles crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 19-year-old female rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and a 36-year-old male front passenger sustained a neck injury and shock. Both vehicles were traveling south and struck at the center front and back ends. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825119 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Distracted Drivers Crash Van and Sedan on St Marks

Two drivers and two passengers hurt when van and sedan collide on St Marks Place. Police cite driver inattention. Impact leaves injuries and bruises. System failed to protect those inside.

Two vehicles, a van and a sedan, collided on St Marks Place in Manhattan. Two drivers and two passengers were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left one driver with a back contusion and others with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were damaged at their center ends. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed distraction and unlicensed driving to endanger all inside.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825115 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31