Crash Count for Manhattan CB3
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 5,059
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,735
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 815
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 45
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 19
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Nov 4, 2025
Carnage in CB 103
Detailed breakdowns aren’t yet available for this year slice; totals below reflect the selected window.
Killed 19
+4
Crush Injuries 11
Lower leg/foot 5
Hip/upper leg 2
Whole body 2
Back 1
Head 1
Neck 1
Amputation 2
Head 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Severe Bleeding 19
Head 13
+8
Face 2
Chest 1
Eye 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Severe Lacerations 8
Head 7
+2
Lower leg/foot 1
Concussion 17
Head 14
+9
Face 2
Neck 1
Whiplash 84
Neck 37
+32
Head 17
+12
Back 15
+10
Whole body 5
Shoulder/upper arm 4
Lower leg/foot 3
Lower arm/hand 2
Chest 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Contusion/Bruise 219
Lower leg/foot 79
+74
Lower arm/hand 40
+35
Head 32
+27
Shoulder/upper arm 23
+18
Back 13
+8
Hip/upper leg 12
+7
Face 9
+4
Chest 7
+2
Neck 4
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Eye 2
Whole body 1
Abrasion 171
Lower leg/foot 59
+54
Lower arm/hand 53
+48
Head 24
+19
Face 11
+6
Shoulder/upper arm 11
+6
Hip/upper leg 4
Chest 3
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Back 2
Whole body 2
Neck 1
Pain/Nausea 52
Lower leg/foot 12
+7
Back 10
+5
Lower arm/hand 10
+5
Neck 8
+3
Head 7
+2
Shoulder/upper arm 4
Chest 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Face 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Nov 4, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in CB 103?

Preventable Speeding in CB 103 School Zones

(since 2022)
Houston and A: a cyclist down, a pattern unbroken

Houston and A: a cyclist down, a pattern unbroken

Manhattan CB3: Jan 1, 2022 - Nov 4, 2025

On Oct 25, at E Houston and Avenue A, a taxi driver hit a 70‑year‑old woman on a bike. Police recorded driver distraction. She was injured. Source.

This Month

  • Oct 25: A taxi and a person on a bike collided at E Houston and Avenue A; the cyclist was hurt, and police listed driver distraction. Record.
  • Oct 24: A driver in a Mercedes SUV hit a person on a bike near E 8th Street; the cyclist was hurt. Record.

The toll in this district

Since 2022, 19 people have been killed and 2,723 injured in crashes in Manhattan CB3. Data.

People walking bear the brunt: 15 killed and 584 injured. People on bikes: 636 injured. Data.

Trucks and buses have been especially deadly here, tied to 7 of the 19 deaths. Cars and SUVs account for 6. Data.

The danger spikes at night. Four deaths came around 8 PM. Late hours pile up the injuries. Data.

Where the street bleeds

FDR Drive leads this district in harm, with 4 deaths and 261 injuries. Delancey Street logs 1 death and 155 injuries. Allen Street shows 1 death and 41 injuries. Data.

At Canal and Allen, police recorded a right‑turning bus driver failing to yield, killing an 88‑year‑old woman in the crosswalk on Sep 8, 2023. Crash record.

On July 4, 2024, a pickup driver drove into a July 4 crowd at Water and Jackson, killing four. A judge later found him guilty on top counts. “Daniel Hyden was found guilty on four counts of second‑degree murder,” ABC7 reported. Crash record.

What officials have — and have not — done

Night streets hurt people here. Police cite distraction in many cases. Alcohol shows up in the records too. Data.

There are tools on the table:

  • State bill S 4045 would require intelligent speed limiters for repeat speeders. State Sen. Brian Kavanagh voted yes in committee in June 2025. Record.
  • Assembly bill A 2299 is the companion. Assembly Member Harvey Epstein is a co‑sponsor. Record.
  • At City Hall, Council Member Carlina Rivera is the prime sponsor of a bill to build 5,000 secure bike‑parking stations over five years. Int. 1375‑2025.
  • Council Members Christopher Marte and Rivera also co‑sponsor a bill to ban parking near crosswalks. Int. 1138‑2024.

Here, the map points to clear fixes: daylight the corners on Delancey and Allen; harden turns on Avenue D; tighten truck routes and enforcement along FDR and Water; target night hours when deaths cluster. The city and state have the data. They have the bills.

Use the power you have

Four people died in a park on the Lower East Side. A woman went down on Houston and A. The record is public.

Pass the speed‑limiter bills. Build the bike parking. Daylight the corners. Slow the turns. If you want it to stop, act. Start here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this?
Manhattan Community Board 3 covers Chinatown–Two Bridges, the Lower East Side, and the East Village.
How bad is it?
From 2022 through Nov 4, 2025, crashes in Manhattan CB3 killed 19 people and injured 2,723. People walking account for 15 of the deaths and 584 injuries; people on bikes suffered 636 injuries. Trucks and buses are tied to 7 of the 19 deaths. Source: NYC Open Data crash, person, and vehicle tables.
When is it most dangerous?
Evenings. The crash records show four deaths around 8 PM, with injuries stacking up into the night. Source: NYC Open Data crash table hourly distribution.
Which streets are worst?
FDR Drive leads with 4 deaths and 261 injuries. Delancey Street and Allen Street also rank high. Source: NYC Open Data crash table (top locations).
How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC Open Data’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets: Crashes, Persons, and Vehicles. We filtered records to the period Jan 1, 2022–Nov 4, 2025 and to Manhattan Community Board 3 (Lower East Side, East Village, Chinatown–Two Bridges). We counted deaths and injuries by mode from the Persons table and linked contributing factors and vehicle types from the Crashes and Vehicles tables. Data were accessed Nov 4, 2025. You can view the base datasets here, with related tables linked on that page.
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.

Citations

Citations

Other Representatives

Assembly Member Grace Lee

District 65

Twitter: @AMGraceLee

Council Member Christopher Marte

District 1

State Senator Brian Kavanagh

District 27

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

1
Int 0193-2024 Rivera votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.

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.


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.


29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn

Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.

NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.


28
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Delancey and Clinton

Apr 28 - A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.

A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808869 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash

Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.

CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.


26
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street

Apr 26 - A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.

A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811066 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
26
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt

Apr 26 - Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.

Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809535 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
20
Pickup Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Avenue C

Apr 20 - Pickup turned left at Avenue C. Bumper hit 87-year-old woman crossing. She fell. Blood pooled on the street. Head injury. No driver belt. City street, hard impact.

An 87-year-old woman was struck by a pickup truck turning left at the corner of East 6th Street and Avenue C in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck's bumper hit the woman as she crossed the intersection. She suffered a head injury, with blood pooling on the pavement. The driver, a 65-year-old man, wore no seat belt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, but the data does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash left the woman with severe lacerations to her head.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806893 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
19
Distracted Drivers Collide on FDR Drive

Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. A child and another occupant were hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh met in Manhattan traffic.

Two sedans collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, three people were hurt: a 39-year-old driver with neck injuries, a child, and another adult occupant. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling south and struck at the center front and left rear bumper. The injured driver wore a lap belt. No other contributing factors were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806900 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
12
Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured

Apr 12 - Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.

A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805151 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
12
Car Strikes Elderly Woman in East Village Crosswalk

Apr 12 - A car hit a 78-year-old woman head-on in a Manhattan crosswalk. Blood ran from her scalp. She stood, stunned. The street kept moving. The city did not yield.

A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound car at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 5th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing against the signal when the car hit her head-on. She suffered a head injury and stood in shock, bleeding from the scalp. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were cited in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured and the street unchanged.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805762 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
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
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt

Apr 11 - Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.

Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805053 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
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 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.


9
Taxi Hits Woman Crossing East Broadway

Apr 9 - A yellow cab struck a 57-year-old woman on East Broadway. She took a blow to the head. The street fell silent. The driver stayed belted. Shock hung in the air.

A yellow taxi hit a 57-year-old woman as she crossed near 95 East Broadway. She suffered a head injury and stood in shock. According to the police report, the crash happened at the center front of the cab. Both the driver and the pedestrian had 'Unspecified' listed as contributing factors. No driver errors were detailed in the data. The driver wore a seatbelt. The report does not mention any other injuries. The street went quiet after the impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806109 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
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.


5
Chevy Sedan Hits Woman Crossing With Signal

Apr 5 - Chevy sedan turned left at 2nd Avenue. Its front struck a woman crossing with the light. She stayed conscious. Her leg bloodied. Two men in the car were unhurt.

A Chevy sedan turned left at 2nd Avenue and East 10th Street. Its front end struck a 35-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, she remained conscious and suffered a bruised, bloodied leg. Two men inside the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal, when the impact occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805765 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08