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

16
Cyclist Severs Pedestrian’s Leg on East 55th

Jun 16 - A man’s leg split open by a passing bike at East 55th and 2nd. Blood pooled on the concrete. The cyclist kept riding. The man stood bleeding, alone in the noon sun. Shock and pain filled the street.

A pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after being struck by a cyclist at the corner of East 55th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the cyclist did not stop after the crash. The pedestrian was left bleeding and in shock. Both the cyclist and the pedestrian had 'Alcohol Involvement' listed as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Unspecified' as an additional factor. The cyclist was not injured and wore no safety equipment. The incident highlights the danger faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially when alcohol is involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4602997 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
15
Pedestrian Injured Crossing at East 51st Street

Jun 15 - A 24-year-old woman was struck while crossing East 51st Street with the signal. Two sedans were involved. The driver making a right turn hit her. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver was distracted.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 51st Street at the intersection with Park Avenue. She was crossing with the signal when a sedan making a right turn struck her with its center front end. The impact caused contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. Two sedans were involved: one moving west and making the turn, the other parked. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered moderate injuries. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537565 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
15
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Sedan Collision

Jun 15 - A 54-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash with a sedan on East 56 Street near Park Avenue. The cyclist suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. Driver distraction was cited as the cause.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 56 Street in Manhattan involving a southbound bicyclist and an eastbound sedan. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both vehicles. The sedan struck the bike at the left front bumper, impacting the bike's center front end. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in interactions between motor vehicles and vulnerable cyclists.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537577 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
14
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on 8 Avenue

Jun 14 - A sedan struck a bicyclist on 8 Avenue near West 34 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver failed to yield during unsafe lane changing.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2014 Ford sedan collided with her on 8 Avenue. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was traveling north, and the bicyclist was traveling west, both going straight ahead before impact. The point of impact was the left side doors of the bike and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The sedan driver’s errors included unsafe lane changing and disregarding traffic control.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537881 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
13
SUV Strikes Teen Crossing West 58th Street

Jun 13 - A Toyota SUV hit a 16-year-old girl midblock on West 58th Street. She fell hard. Blood pooled from her head. The right front of the SUV crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk. No driver errors listed.

A 16-year-old girl was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing West 58th Street near 8th Avenue, far from any crosswalk. According to the police report, 'A Toyota SUV struck a 16-year-old girl crossing midblock. She fell hard, bleeding from the head. The right front crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk.' The girl suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The driver, a 40-year-old man, and a 29-year-old female passenger were not reported injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537416 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
13
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

Jun 13 - A 69-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on West 46 Street near 8 Avenue. She was crossing with the signal when the driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 46 Street struck a 69-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection near 8 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and injured but not ejected. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537403 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
11
Taxi Rear Passenger Injured Following Too Closely

Jun 11 - A taxi traveling west on West 57 Street struck its own rear passenger. The 38-year-old woman suffered a head injury and shock. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a taxi moving west on West 57 Street caused injury to its left rear passenger. The 38-year-old female occupant sustained a head injury and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the primary contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The vehicle showed no damage, and the passenger was not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536783 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
11
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Madison Avenue

Jun 11 - Sedan turned right, struck e-scooter. Rider, 37, suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Crash left scooter rider hurt in Manhattan.

According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Madison Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 37-year-old e-scooter rider was injured, suffering abrasions and trauma to the hip and upper leg. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The sedan struck the scooter's right front quarter panel. The e-scooter rider was conscious and not ejected. No contributing factors were cited for the scooter rider. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536784 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
11
Distracted Bike Hits Pedestrian in Manhattan

Jun 11 - A 22-year-old woman was struck by a bike on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The bike showed no damage. Alcohol was involved.

According to the police report, a bike traveling west on 8th Avenue struck a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with alcohol involvement. The bike had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted bike riders in Manhattan.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537395 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
9
SUV Door Strikes Southbound Bicyclist

Jun 9 - A 31-year-old female bicyclist riding south on 7 Avenue was struck on her side by an SUV door. The cyclist suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV was parked with no damage reported.

According to the police report, a southbound bicyclist was injured when an SUV door opened into her path on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained a head contusion and remained conscious. The SUV was parked at the time of the crash, and no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, specifically passenger distraction and driver inattention/distraction. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the center front end of the bike and the right side doors of the SUV. No blame is assigned to the bicyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536575 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
9
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Sedan Collision

Jun 9 - A 43-year-old male bicyclist was hit by a sedan entering a parked position on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist suffered a facial contusion but was conscious and wearing a helmet. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 43-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a sedan that was entering a parked position. The bicyclist sustained a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as the contributing factor, indicating confusion on the part of the bicyclist. The sedan showed no damage, and the bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the sedan operator were noted in the data. The bicyclist was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535623 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
8
Motorbike Ejected Driver Injured on West 42 Street

Jun 8 - A motorbike and sedan collided on West 42 Street in Manhattan. The motorbike driver was ejected and suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The motorbike overturned. The sedan had front-end damage. No other injuries reported.

According to the police report, a motorbike traveling eastbound on West 42 Street collided with a sedan also traveling eastbound. The motorbike driver, a 47-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorbike overturned upon impact. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the motorbike driver. No pedestrian involvement or additional contributing factors were noted. A parked sedan nearby was damaged on its left side doors but had no occupants at the time.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536532 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
8
Sedan Rear-Ends Truck on West 23rd Street

Jun 8 - A sedan struck a stopped tractor truck in Manhattan’s West 23rd Street corridor. The front passenger in the sedan suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Air bags deployed. The truck was stopped in traffic. Impact was center front to center back.

According to the police report, a 2009 sedan traveling east on West 23rd Street rear-ended a stopped 2018 tractor truck diesel. The truck was stopped in traffic while the sedan was going straight ahead. The collision occurred at the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the truck. The front passenger in the sedan, a 21-year-old female, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Air bags deployed in the sedan. No driver errors or contributing factors were specified in the report. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535603 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
5
Van Backs Into Bicyclist at Union Square

Jun 5 - A van backing up struck a bicyclist traveling south near Union Square West in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The van’s rear and the bike’s front were damaged in the collision.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a 2022 GMC van backed unsafely into him near 15 Union Square West in Manhattan. The bicyclist was traveling south going straight ahead when the van, also traveling south but backing up, hit him at the center front end of the bike and the center back end of the van. The cyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor for the van driver. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4534369 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
5
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Left Turn Collision

Jun 5 - A 44-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 57 Street near 7 Avenue. The cyclist was making a left turn when he collided with another vehicle traveling straight. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm.

According to the police report, a bicyclist was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan when he collided with another vehicle traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists the bicyclist's contributing factors as unspecified. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The collision occurred at the center front end of both vehicles. No driver errors were explicitly noted in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535871 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
4
Taxi and Moped Collide on Avenue of Americas

Jun 4 - A taxi and moped crashed while both made right turns on Avenue of the Americas. Two 23-year-olds on the moped were injured, suffering abrasions to their elbows and lower arms. Both drivers showed signs of inattention and inexperience.

According to the police report, a taxi and a moped collided on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Both vehicles were traveling north and making right turns when the crash occurred. The moped carried two occupants, a 23-year-old male driver and a 23-year-old female passenger, both injured with abrasions to their elbows and lower arms. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness; the passenger wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers, along with driver inexperience for the moped operator. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from the vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4534225 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
3
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Lexington

Jun 3 - A 34-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle on Lexington Avenue while crossing with the signal. The rider showed inattention and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Lexington Avenue struck a 34-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The motorcycle showed no damage, indicating impact at the center front end. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered moderate injuries. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or pedestrian fault were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535504 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
2
Unlicensed Moped Rider Injured Hitting Parked Car

Jun 2 - A moped rider crashed into a parked car on West 34th. He suffered leg and foot injuries. The driver was unlicensed. No other people were hurt. The street stayed quiet after the impact.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old man riding an unlicensed moped struck the left side doors of a parked car on West 34th Street in Manhattan. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the moped. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The moped driver wore a helmet. No one else was injured. The parked vehicle showed no damage to its right front quarter panel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4534221 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
2
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at East 43 Street

Jun 2 - A 58-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan at East 43 Street. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the impact.

According to the police report, a 58-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on East 43 Street when a northbound sedan struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and did not have any listed contributing factors. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at intersections even without clear driver fault noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4534220 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
1
A 8936 Krueger votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.

Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.