Crash Count for Manhattan CB5
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 5,673
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 3,019
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 994
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 73
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 16
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025
Carnage in CB 105
Killed 16
+2
Crush Injuries 13
Lower leg/foot 5
Head 3
Lower arm/hand 2
Back 1
Chest 1
Whole body 1
Amputation 2
Back 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Severe Bleeding 30
Head 19
+14
Face 4
Lower arm/hand 3
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Whole body 1
Severe Lacerations 25
Head 10
+5
Face 5
Lower leg/foot 5
Lower arm/hand 3
Hip/upper leg 2
Concussion 29
Head 20
+15
Neck 3
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Back 1
Face 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Whiplash 77
Neck 40
+35
Head 17
+12
Back 13
+8
Whole body 3
Chest 2
Face 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Contusion/Bruise 341
Lower leg/foot 126
+121
Lower arm/hand 52
+47
Head 47
+42
Shoulder/upper arm 35
+30
Hip/upper leg 30
+25
Neck 13
+8
Back 12
+7
Abdomen/pelvis 10
+5
Whole body 9
+4
Face 8
+3
Chest 4
Eye 1
Abrasion 198
Lower leg/foot 73
+68
Lower arm/hand 50
+45
Head 26
+21
Shoulder/upper arm 16
+11
Face 13
+8
Hip/upper leg 9
+4
Back 6
+1
Whole body 5
Neck 4
Chest 1
Pain/Nausea 58
Lower leg/foot 15
+10
Back 10
+5
Shoulder/upper arm 10
+5
Whole body 9
+4
Neck 8
+3
Hip/upper leg 5
Lower arm/hand 4
Head 2
Eye 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Manhattan CB5?

Preventable Speeding in CB 105 School Zones

(since 2022)
W 47 St, 2 PM

W 47 St, 2 PM

Manhattan CB5: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 18, 2025

Just about 2 PM on Sep 10, 2025, on W 47 St, a driver in a Chevy SUV going west hit a 66‑year‑old man who was walking outside the intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and distraction by the driver (NYC Open Data crash 4841402).

This Week

  • Sep 9: a driver in a Ford pickup hit a man on a bike near 232 W 37 St (NYC Open Data crash 4841145).
  • Sep 9: a van driver making a left at W 25 St and Avenue of the Americas hit a woman walking, with failure to yield recorded by police (NYC Open Data crash 4841122).
  • Sep 8: a sedan driver hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 38 St and 8 Ave; police cited distraction by the driver (NYC Open Data crash 4840896).

How big is the toll here?

Since Jan 1, 2022, in Manhattan CB5 there have been 16 people killed, 3,012 injured, and 73 seriously injured in 5,662 crashes (NYC Open Data). In the past 12 months, 7 people were killed and 857 were injured here (PeriodStats, NYC Open Data). Pedestrians account for 9 of the deaths; people on bikes, 4 (mode split from NYC Open Data).

The risk clusters on known blocks. Avenue of the Americas is a top hotspot with deaths and injuries. So is 7 Avenue (NYC Open Data). Police most often record driver actions we can fix: failure to yield, distraction, unsafe speed, and improper turns (NYC Open Data).

Where the street fails people

Left turns cut people down at W 25 St and Sixth. Distraction hits people in the crosswalk at W 38 St and Eighth. The pattern repeats on the hour: crashes pile up from late afternoon into the evening rush (NYC Open Data).

There are fixes we can install now: daylight every corner, add leading pedestrian intervals, harden turns with concrete, and route trucks off the narrow blocks that carry the most people walking. Enforcement has to match the map.

Leaders with levers

Council Member Keith Powers backed a car‑free 34th Street busway. “It’s time to get buses moving faster, and the busway will do just that,” he said (AMNY). Cutting car volume saves lives on foot and on bikes.

At the state level, Senator Liz Krueger co‑sponsored and voted yes in committee for S 4045, which would require intelligent speed assistance for repeat speeders (Open States). Assembly Member Tony Simone co‑sponsors the Assembly speed‑limiter bill A 2299 and a bill to expand camera enforcement of plate obstruction A 7997 (Open States).

The tools exist. Slow the default speed. Stop the worst repeat offenders. Keep cars out where the crowds are thick. A man went down on W 47 St. He should have made it home.

Take one step now: ask your officials to back safer speeds and speed limiters. Start here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC Open Data’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets for Crashes, Persons, and Vehicles, filtered to Manhattan Community Board 5 and the period Jan 1, 2022–Sep 18, 2025. We counted total crashes, injuries, serious injuries, and deaths, and summarized recent incidents by their crash IDs. You can explore the base datasets here. Data was accessed Sep 18, 2025.
What are the worst spots in this area?
Avenue of the Americas and 7 Avenue stand out for deaths and injuries in CB5. Recent serious injuries also occurred at W 25 St & Avenue of the Americas and W 38 St & 8 Ave (NYC Open Data).
Which driver actions show up most often?
Police frequently record failure to yield, driver distraction/inattention, unsafe speed, and improper turns in CB5 crashes (NYC Open Data Vehicles/Persons tables).
What can the city change on these blocks?
Daylight every corner, add leading pedestrian intervals, harden left turns with concrete, and steer trucks off narrow pedestrian corridors. These measures target the failures recorded by police here.
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 Tony Simone

District 75

Twitter: @tonysimone

Council Member Keith Powers

District 4

State Senator Liz Krueger

District 28

Other Geographies

Manhattan CB5 Manhattan Community Board 5 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 14, District 4, AD 75, SD 28.

It contains Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square, Midtown-Times Square.

See also
Boroughs
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 5

20
SUV Rear-Ends Another on 8 Avenue

Jun 20 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on 8 Avenue. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles traveled north. Damage centered on front and rear ends.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 8 Avenue while traveling north. The rear SUV struck the back of the front SUV. The front passenger in the struck vehicle, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The rear driver failed to maintain attention, leading to the rear-end collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their center front and back ends respectively. No other factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640430 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
19
Two Sedans Collide on West 27th Street

Jun 19 - Two sedans traveling west collided on West 27th Street in Manhattan. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 28-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.

According to the police report, two sedans collided while both were traveling straight ahead on West 27th Street in Manhattan. The point of impact was the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. A 28-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. He was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Vehicle damage was noted on one sedan, while the other showed no damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640930 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
Unlicensed Driver Sedan Hits Bicyclist West 47 Street

Jun 18 - A sedan making a left turn struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist riding south on West 47 Street. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The sedan showed front-end damage. The bicyclist was not ejected.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on West 47 Street was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist going straight south. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old male, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock at the scene. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end. The driver of the sedan was unlicensed, which is a critical contributing factor. The bicyclist was not ejected and was riding normally. No other contributing factors were specified in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640031 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
E-Scooter Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash

Jun 18 - A 45-year-old man on an e-scooter was ejected and suffered a head injury after colliding with an SUV on East 51 Street near Lexington Avenue. The scooter struck the SUV’s right rear quarter panel. The rider suffered minor bleeding and shock.

According to the police report, a 45-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a collision with a 2019 Toyota SUV on East 51 Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter was traveling south and struck the right rear quarter panel of the SUV, which was traveling west. The e-scooter driver suffered a head injury with minor bleeding and was in shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-scooter driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The point of impact and vehicle damage confirm the collision dynamics. No helmet or signaling factors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641407 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Collision with Parked SUV

Jun 18 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist struck a parked 2023 Cadillac SUV on West 45th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered chest contusions and bruises. The crash occurred at 3:20 a.m. Driver distraction was a key factor in the impact.

According to the police report, a male bicyclist, age 30, collided with a parked 2023 Cadillac SUV on West 45th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured, sustaining chest contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, specifically noting use of a hands-free cell phone. The bicyclist was traveling westbound and struck the parked vehicle while going straight ahead. No helmet or signaling issues were cited. The parked SUV had no occupants at the time. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction even when vehicles are stationary.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638501 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
16
SUV Collides with Taxi on Madison Avenue

Jun 16 - A 36-year-old male driver lost consciousness while driving a 2021 Jeep SUV northbound on Madison Avenue. The SUV struck the left side doors of a northbound taxi. The driver was semiconscious and injured, suffering internal complaints.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Jeep SUV lost consciousness while traveling north on Madison Avenue. The SUV collided with the left side doors of a northbound taxi carrying two occupants. The driver of the SUV was semiconscious after the crash and sustained internal injuries. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, indicating a medical event or impairment that led to the crash. The taxi was passing at the time of impact. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The injured driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638502 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
15
Pick-up Truck Hits Bicyclist on East 45 Street

Jun 15 - A pick-up truck turning right struck a bicyclist traveling south on East 45 Street near Lexington Avenue. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The truck sustained damage to its right rear quarter panel.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a right turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight south on East 45 Street. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The truck was damaged on its right rear quarter panel. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The incident highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638057 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
15
Two E-Scooters Collide on West 39th Street

Jun 15 - Two e-scooters crashed at West 39th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One rider, a 32-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The collision damaged the left side doors of one scooter and the front end of the other.

According to the police report, two e-scooters collided on West 39th Street near Broadway. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one southbound, the other westbound—when the crash occurred. A 32-year-old male rider was injured, sustaining abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. One scooter was damaged on the left side doors, the other at the center front end. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638875 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
11
Alcohol-Impaired Sedan Injures Rear Passenger

Jun 11 - A sedan struck with its right front bumper in Manhattan. Alcohol was involved. A 21-year-old woman in the rear seat suffered back bruises. She stayed conscious and belted. The crash shows the cost of driver impairment.

According to the police report, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west on West 42 Street in Manhattan struck a passenger inside the vehicle. The right rear passenger, a 21-year-old woman, suffered back contusions and bruises. She was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The sedan's right front bumper was the point of impact. The passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other driver errors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637390 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
8
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Turning Left Manhattan

Jun 8 - A sedan turning left struck a bicyclist going straight on 5th Avenue near 69th Street. The cyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries, bruised but conscious. Police cited failure to yield and improper lane usage as factors in the crash.

According to the police report, a 2018 Hyundai sedan was making a left turn on 5th Avenue near 69th Street in Manhattan when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight southbound. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, including contusions and bruises. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the impact. The collision occurred at the sedan’s left front bumper and the bike’s right side doors. No mention was made of the cyclist’s safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637518 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
8
Unlicensed Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Collision

Jun 8 - A 39-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash with a moped in Manhattan near West 31st Street. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped showed no damage.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between a bicyclist and a moped traveling in opposite directions near West 31st Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The moped driver was licensed and traveling east, while the bicyclist was unlicensed and traveling west. Both vehicles impacted at their center front ends. No driver errors were explicitly listed in the report, but the bicyclist's unlicensed status is noted. The moped showed no damage. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637370 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
8
A 7043 Krueger votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Jun 8 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


6
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash

Jun 6 - A sedan made a left turn on West 49 Street, colliding with a northbound bicyclist. The rider was ejected and suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The bicyclist wore a helmet.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 8 Avenue attempted a left turn onto West 49 Street and struck a northbound bicyclist going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his shoulder and upper arm. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor for the crash, attributed to the driver. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained front-end damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635501 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
6
A 7043 Simone votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Jun 6 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


5
Moped Driver Injured in SUV Lane-Change Crash

Jun 5 - A moped and an SUV collided on West 58 Street in Manhattan. The moped driver was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The SUV struck the moped’s left front bumper while changing lanes unsafely. The driver was left in shock.

According to the police report, a moped traveling east on West 58 Street collided with a station wagon/SUV also traveling east. The SUV made an unsafe lane change, striking the moped’s left front bumper with its right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 28-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. He was wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the contributing factor. The moped driver was left in shock and injured but was not at fault in the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642967 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
4
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger

Jun 4 - Two sedans collided on 8 Avenue in Manhattan late at night. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s center back end. A 29-year-old male passenger in the front car suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash involved following too closely.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on 8 Avenue near West 27 Street in Manhattan at 11:30 p.m. The rear vehicle, traveling behind the front car, failed to maintain a safe distance and struck the front car’s center back end. The front car carried a 29-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat, who was injured with a head injury and concussion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused center front and center back end damage to the vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634999 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
4
Bicyclist Injured Rear-Ended by Box Truck

Jun 4 - A 41-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 42 Street in Manhattan. The bike struck the center back end of a box truck traveling the same direction. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries. The truck showed no damage.

According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling southeast on West 42 Street collided with the rear of a box truck going the same direction. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Following Too Closely" twice as contributing factors, indicating driver error in maintaining safe distance. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. The box truck sustained no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck driver’s license status is not listed, but the bicyclist’s license was unlicensed. The impact point was the center back end of the truck.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4650368 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
3
Pedicab Hits Pedestrian on 5th Avenue

Jun 3 - A pedicab struck a 37-year-old man walking on 5th Avenue. The pedestrian suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. The pedicab was involved in a police pursuit. The crash involved aggressive driving and disregard for traffic control.

According to the police report, a pedicab traveling north on 5th Avenue struck a pedestrian not at an intersection. The 37-year-old man sustained abrasions to his shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The pedicab was engaged in a police pursuit at the time. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The limousine involved was traveling north and was struck on its left side doors. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no safety equipment or pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634718 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
1
Two Sedans Collide on West 42nd Street

Jun 1 - Two sedans crashed head-to-tail on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The driver of one vehicle suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as causes. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling westbound on West 42nd Street collided. The driver of one sedan, a 46-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front and rear sections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634705 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
1
S 6808 Krueger votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.

Jun 1 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.