Crash Count for Manhattan CB4
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,942
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,667
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 550
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 37
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 12
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 1, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Manhattan CB4?

Twelve Dead, 1,600 Hurt—Still No Action

Twelve Dead, 1,600 Hurt—Still No Action

Manhattan CB4: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 6, 2025

The Toll in Plain Sight

One death. Eleven left with injuries so severe they changed lives. That’s just the last twelve months in Manhattan CB4. The numbers are steady, unyielding. In three and a half years, twelve people have died and over 1,600 have been hurt on these streets. Most were walking or riding. Most never saw it coming.

The Latest Crashes: No End in Sight

Just last year, an 86-year-old woman was killed crossing with the signal at 8th Avenue and West 25th. The driver was in an SUV, turning left, not yielding. She died from head injuries. The crash report lists “failure to yield right-of-way” and “driver inattention” as causes. The driver was unlicensed. The woman never made it to the other side, according to NYC Open Data.

A 23-year-old cyclist died on West 36th Street. She was hit by an e-bike. The city calls it “driver inexperience” and “distraction.” The details are spare. The loss is not.

The Voices on the Street

People see what’s happening. “No one stops at these stop signs. We see people go through these red lights all the time,” said a woman named Nita. Another resident put it plain: “The crowding and the traffic signals are a problem,” said Jordan.

Leadership: Progress and Delay

Local leaders have moved, but not fast enough. State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal voted yes on a bill to require speed limiters for repeat speeders, aiming to keep the worst drivers from killing again. Assembly Member Tony Simone co-sponsored bills to expand speed camera enforcement and hold reckless drivers accountable. Council Member Erik Bottcher sponsored a bill to ban parking near crosswalks, a simple fix that saves lives. But the deaths keep coming. The city has the power to lower speed limits to 20 mph. It has not used it.

What Now: No More Waiting

Every day of delay is another day someone doesn’t come home. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Tell them to lower the speed limit, fix the crossings, and end the silence. The slow grind of traffic violence will not stop on its own. It takes a city to end it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Manhattan CB4 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Manhattan, city council district District 3, assembly district AD 75 and state senate district SD 47.
Which areas are in Manhattan CB4?
It includes the Chelsea-Hudson Yards and Hell’S Kitchen neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 3 and District 6, Assembly Districts AD 67 and AD 75, and State Senate Districts SD 28 and SD 47.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Manhattan CB4?
Cars and Trucks: 4 deaths, 11 serious injuries, 333 total crashes. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 2 serious injuries, 20 total crashes. Bikes: 0 deaths, 2 serious injuries, 56 total crashes, according to NYC Open Data.
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. Most crashes are preventable. Speeding, failure to yield, and unsafe street design are common causes. These are not random acts—they are the result of choices and policies.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can lower speed limits, expand speed camera enforcement, redesign dangerous intersections, and pass laws that hold reckless drivers accountable. They can act now, not later.
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

Tony Simone
Assembly Member Tony Simone
District 75
District Office:
214 W. 29th St. Suite 1401, New York, NY 10001
Legislative Office:
Room 326, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Erik Bottcher
Council Member Erik Bottcher
District 3
District Office:
224 West 30th St, Suite 1206, New York, NY 10001
212-564-7757
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1785, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6979
Twitter: ebottcher
Brad Hoylman-Sigal
State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal
District 47
District Office:
322 8th Ave. Suite 1700, New York, NY 10001
Legislative Office:
Room 310, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Manhattan CB4 Manhattan Community Board 4 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 10, District 3, AD 75, SD 47.

It contains Chelsea-Hudson Yards, Hell'S Kitchen.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 4

Box Truck Hits Parked Sedan on West 57th

A box truck making a left turn struck a parked sedan on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s right rear passenger suffered a back injury and shock. The collision damaged the left rear bumpers of both vehicles.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on West 57th Street made a left turn and collided with a parked sedan facing east. The impact occurred at the left rear bumper of the truck and the center back end of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the right rear passenger, a 57-year-old man, was injured with back trauma and experienced shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The truck driver held a permit license from New Jersey, while the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. No ejections or helmet use were noted. The collision caused damage to the left rear bumpers of both vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4685340 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Motorscooter Ejected in SUV Lane Violation

A 31-year-old man on a motorscooter was ejected and injured at 12 Avenue and West 50 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver improperly passed too closely, striking the scooter’s left front. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a motorscooter traveling south on 12 Avenue was struck on its left front quarter panel by a southbound SUV. The motorscooter driver, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The SUV driver failed to maintain proper lane discipline, causing the collision. The injured rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed; the motorscooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686687 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on 9th Avenue

A sedan struck the rear of an SUV on 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles traveled southbound at impact.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 9th Avenue near West 41st Street involving a sedan and a sport utility vehicle. The sedan, driven by a 20-year-old man from New Jersey, struck the left rear bumper of the SUV while both vehicles were traveling south. The driver of the sedan sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or additional contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling. The impact caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4687172 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 40-year-old man was hit by a taxi making a right turn on West 30 Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The impact injured his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on West 30 Street struck a pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian, a 40-year-old man, was crossing with the signal when the taxi made a right turn. The collision caused injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the driver. The taxi showed no damage from the impact. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4685212 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 33-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 10 Avenue near West 34 Street. She suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and conscious after the impact.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 10 Avenue at West 34 Street with the signal. The crash involved a 2023 BMW SUV making a left turn northwestbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle properly but failed to notice the pedestrian. There was no damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing lawfully.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686594 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
SUVs Collide on West 48th Street

Two SUVs crashed at West 48th Street and 10 Avenue in Manhattan. Impact hit the right side doors of one vehicle and the front center of the other. A 9-year-old female passenger suffered a facial contusion. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on West 48th Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The impact struck the right side doors of one SUV and the center front end of the other. A 9-year-old female occupant in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a facial contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The injury involved a passenger, not a pedestrian or cyclist, and no ejection occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683629 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Moped Rear-Ends Sedan on 9 Avenue

A moped slammed into the back of a stopped sedan on 9 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause. The sedan driver was unhurt. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.

According to the police report, a moped traveling south on 9 Avenue rear-ended a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The moped driver, a 25-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, indicating the moped driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The sedan driver was not injured. The moped's front end and the sedan's rear end both sustained damage. The moped driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683346 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on West 54th

A cyclist hit a woman crossing West 54th in Manhattan. She suffered bruises. The bike was undamaged. Police list no clear cause. The victim stayed conscious.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old woman was crossing West 54th Street in Manhattan when a cyclist traveling east struck her at the center front of the bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and remained conscious. The bike showed no damage. Police list contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the cyclist. The crash left the pedestrian with injury severity level 3.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4682826 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Pedestrian Injured Backing SUV in Manhattan

A 38-year-old woman was struck by a backing SUV on 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The vehicle’s right rear bumper hit her outside an intersection. She suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. Limited view contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2022 Nissan SUV backed up on 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The vehicle struck her with its right rear bumper while traveling south. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection and suffered a back contusion. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility during the backing maneuver. Additionally, "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" was noted, but no driver license issues or vehicle damage were reported. The pedestrian remained conscious after the impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686851 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal

A 25-year-old man was struck while crossing West 56 Street with the signal. The sedan, making a right turn, hit him with its front center. The pedestrian suffered bruises and arm injuries. The driver was inattentive and distracted at impact.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 56 Street made a right turn and struck a 25-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in busy Manhattan intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4679902 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Pick-up Truck Hits Bicyclist on West 49 Street

A pick-up truck struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist on West 49 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The crash involved driver distraction and caused no vehicle damage.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck and a bicycle collided on West 49 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling west and impacted on their right side doors. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, nor mention any safety equipment used.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4678157 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Moped Hits Parked Taxi on West 35 Street

A moped struck the left side of a parked taxi on West 35 Street in Manhattan. The female passenger on the moped suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The crash caused shock but no visible complaints. Unsafe lane changing was a factor.

According to the police report, a moped traveling west collided with the left side doors of a parked taxi on West 35 Street in Manhattan. The moped driver was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The female passenger on the moped, age 33, was injured with damage to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists unsafe lane changing as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The taxi had no occupants at the time and sustained damage to its left side doors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677699 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Bus Strikes Bicyclist on 8th Avenue

A 36-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a bus hit him on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries. The bus showed no damage. Driver inattention was cited as a factor.

According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a bicyclist also heading north. The 36-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The bus impacted the left side doors, but sustained no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bus driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in collisions involving vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677212 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Motorcycle Hits Taxi's Right Rear Quarter

A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of a taxi on West 57 Street in Manhattan. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a helmet. The taxi was starting from parking when the crash occurred.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 57 Street collided with the right rear quarter panel of a taxi that was starting from parking. The motorcyclist, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The contributing factor listed was improper passing or lane usage by the taxi driver. The taxi had two occupants and was licensed to drive in New York. The motorcycle driver held a permit license. The collision caused damage to the taxi's right side doors and the motorcycle's right front bumper. No ejection occurred, and no other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4674941 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Moped Strikes SUV’s Right Rear Panel

A moped collided with the right rear quarter panel of an SUV on Avenue of the Americas. The 31-year-old moped driver was partially ejected and suffered a head contusion. The SUV driver was licensed; the moped driver was not.

According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck the right rear quarter panel of a northbound SUV. The moped driver, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained a head injury described as a contusion. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the moped or SUV operator's part. The moped driver was unlicensed, while the SUV driver was licensed. The moped driver wore a helmet. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4674153 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Hoylman-Sigal Supports Moped Registration at Point of Sale

Albany lawmakers move to force moped registration before sale. The bill aims to block illegal, unregistered mopeds from city streets. Dealers, not riders, would handle paperwork. Advocates say this targets bad actors and protects pedestrians from rogue machines.

On October 23, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Manhattan) introduced a bill in Albany to require moped dealers to register vehicles with the DMV before buyers leave the shop. The bill, supported by Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Upper East Side), seeks to close a loophole that lets illegal mopeds flood city streets. The matter summary states: 'New legislation in Albany seeks to eliminate the use of illegal mopeds by requiring sellers to register them with the DMV before buyers can take them out of the shop.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This common-sense bill would simply ensure that the registration happens at the point of sale, before someone rides out of the shop.' Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project backs the move, stressing manufacturer responsibility. Attorney Daniel Flanzig says the law could clear streets of unregistered, dangerous vehicles. The bill is not yet law, but enforcement actions against illegal mopeds are already underway.


SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 26-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a left turn on West 35 Street in Manhattan. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing West 35 Street with the signal. The crash occurred when a 2009 Dodge SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the hip and upper leg and was in shock at the scene. There is no indication of any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4673637 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 35-year-old woman was injured crossing 7 Avenue at West 20 Street. The sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its front center. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 7 Avenue made a left turn and struck a 35-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection of West 20 Street. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4674159 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making Left Turn

A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan turning left on 12 Avenue in Manhattan. The motorcyclist, a 46-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. The sedan driver was licensed and making a left turn when hit.

According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 12 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 46-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to lane use. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage included the sedan's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4672186 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08
Pedestrian Injured by Distracted Truck on West 37th

A 43-year-old man working in the roadway was struck by a GMC pick-up truck in Manhattan. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper. The man suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg.

According to the police report, a 43-year-old male pedestrian was injured while working in the roadway on West 37th Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was struck by a 2023 GMC pick-up truck traveling westbound. The point of impact was the truck's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. There was no damage reported to the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670932 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08