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

12
Teen Cyclist Hurt by Sedan on 7 Avenue

May 12 - A 15-year-old cyclist struck a sedan on 7 Avenue. The teen suffered a shoulder injury and bruises. Both moved south. Obstruction and tailgating played a role. The cyclist stayed conscious. No vehicles damaged.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old male bicyclist was injured when he collided with a 2021 Ford sedan on 7 Avenue. The crash left the cyclist with a shoulder injury and bruises. Both the bike and sedan traveled south, going straight. The report lists obstruction or debris and following too closely as contributing factors. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bike and the right side doors of the sedan. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4527764 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
12
Two-Vehicle Collision on East 34th Street

May 12 - A sedan and an SUV collided head-on on East 34th Street just after midnight. The sedan driver, a 63-year-old man, suffered a shoulder injury and bruising. Both drivers were distracted. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east and an SUV traveling west collided on East 34th Street. The sedan driver, a 63-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder and upper arm contusion. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted at the time of the crash. The sedan driver also contributed to the crash by driving at an unsafe speed. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead before the collision. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4528524 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
11
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan

May 11 - A 61-year-old woman was struck by a northbound bicyclist making a right turn at Columbus Circle. She suffered a fractured elbow and hand. The cyclist had no vehicle damage. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal and went into shock.

According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal at Columbus Circle in Manhattan. The cyclist, traveling north and making a right turn, struck her with the center front end of his bike. The pedestrian suffered a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the cyclist. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no blame is assigned. The bike sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers faced by pedestrians outside intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4526867 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
6
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Lane Change Crash

May 6 - A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 23 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was struck during a lane change maneuver. The impact caused bruising to his hip and upper leg. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling west on West 23 Street was injured when another vehicle made an improper lane change. The crash involved a collision at the center back end of the bike and the center front end of the other vehicle. The 25-year-old male bicyclist suffered contusions and bruising to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor. No safety equipment was noted on the bicyclist. The driver error identified was improper lane usage, which led to the collision and injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4526690 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
3
S 8992 KRUEGER sponsors bill to boost bus lane enforcement, improving street safety.

May 3 - Senate bill S 8992 cracks down on drivers blocking bus lanes. Cameras catch violators. Owners pay. Streets clear for buses, safer for those on foot and bike.

Senate bill S 8992, sponsored by Senator Krueger, sits at the sponsorship stage as of May 3, 2022. The bill's title: 'Relates to owner liability for failure of operator to comply with bus operation-related local law or regulation traffic restrictions and to the adjudication of certain parking infractions.' It extends a bus rapid transit demonstration, using cameras to enforce bus lane rules. Krueger pushes for owner accountability. The measure aims to keep bus lanes clear, targeting those who block transit and endanger vulnerable road users.


30
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Slamming Parked Car

Apr 30 - An 18-year-old on an e-bike struck a parked car on West 31st Street. He flew from his seat, tore his leg, and hit the pavement. Blood pooled. He was conscious, alone, and hurt. The city moved on. The streetlights flickered.

An 18-year-old e-bike rider crashed into a parked car on West 31st Street in Manhattan. He was ejected from the bike, suffering severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious but bleeding on the street. A 26-year-old passenger in the parked car was not reported injured. The report does not list any driver errors or helmet use as contributing factors. The crash left the rider alone and hurt while traffic continued around him.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4523523 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
30
Cyclist Ignores Signal, Strikes Pedestrian

Apr 30 - Cyclist turned left on West 48 Street. He hit a woman crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. Traffic control was ignored. The bike’s front end struck her. The street became a danger zone.

According to the police report, a male cyclist riding east on West 48 Street made a left turn and struck a female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, showing the cyclist failed to obey traffic signals. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was also noted. The bike’s center front end hit the pedestrian and was damaged. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and classified with moderate injury severity.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4524211 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
29
Taxi Hits Bicyclist on West 30th Street

Apr 29 - A taxi changing lanes struck a bicyclist going straight on West 30th Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on West 30th Street collided with a bicyclist also traveling east. The taxi driver was changing lanes when the crash occurred. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's left front quarter panel were points of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in Manhattan traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4523522 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
29
Rear SUV Slams Into Stopped Vehicle Midtown

Apr 29 - Two SUVs collided on West 48 Street. The rear SUV hit the front vehicle’s back. A 28-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention. No pedestrians or cyclists were hurt.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles crashed on West 48 Street near 8 Avenue in Manhattan. The rear SUV struck the center back end of the front SUV, which was slowing or stopping. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 28-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and traveling eastbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4523098 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
29
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal

Apr 29 - A 19-year-old woman was struck by a northbound pick-up truck making a left turn on East 40 Street. She suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and shocked.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 40 Street with the signal. The driver of a 2018 Ford pick-up truck, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to her shoulder and upper arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary driver error. The pedestrian's contributing factors include 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver’s failure to yield was the key cause. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed in New Jersey.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4523503 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
29
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

Apr 29 - A 42-year-old woman was struck on Park Avenue South while crossing with the signal. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries. The driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield right-of-way.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Park Avenue South struck a 42-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with East 20 Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. She sustained contusions and injuries to her hip and upper leg. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper, causing visible damage to that area. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4525115 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
28
Moped Driver Injured in Manhattan SUV Crash

Apr 28 - An 11-year-old boy on a moped was struck by an SUV in Manhattan. The boy suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. Police cited driver inattention and traffic control disregard as causes. The SUV showed no damage.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at West 34 Street in Manhattan involving a moped and a Ford SUV. The moped driver, an 11-year-old boy, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. The moped was traveling east and struck the left front bumper of the westbound SUV. The SUV sustained no damage. The boy was not wearing any safety equipment. The report does not assign fault to the victim but highlights driver errors as causes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4523500 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
27
Sedan Slams Cyclist on 7 Avenue

Apr 27 - A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on 7 Avenue. The rider took chest injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. The cyclist stayed conscious. No ejection. System failed to protect.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a sedan struck him from behind on 7 Avenue near West 38 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered chest injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound, straight ahead. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The sedan hit the bike at the left rear bumper, impacting the bike's left front. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The cyclist's safety equipment status is unknown.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4523521 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
22
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Sedan Crash

Apr 22 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries in a collision with a parked sedan on West 48 Street in Manhattan. The bike struck the sedan’s center front end. The rider was not wearing safety equipment and suffered minor burns.

According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked sedan on West 48 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained head injuries and minor burns. The bike’s center front end struck the sedan, which showed no damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not indicate any driver errors by the sedan driver, who was parked at the time. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4521907 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
19
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal

Apr 19 - A 38-year-old man was hit by an eastbound e-bike on West 48 Street. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. He suffered a neck injury and whiplash but remained conscious. The e-bike showed no damage after impact.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing West 48 Street against the signal. The pedestrian was struck by an eastbound e-bike traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash but remained conscious. The e-bike sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the e-bike operator. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted but no blame is assigned. No helmet or signaling issues were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4520758 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection

Apr 18 - An e-scooter struck a 46-year-old man at 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The scooter driver followed too closely and traveled at unsafe speed. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, an e-scooter traveling south on 8th Avenue collided with a pedestrian at the intersection. The 46-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Unsafe Speed." The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4520216 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
17
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Near Union Square

Apr 17 - A 57-year-old man was hit by a bus traveling west near Union Square East. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow and lower arm. The bus showed no damage. The man was conscious and suffered bruising. The crash happened off intersection.

According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Union Square East struck a 57-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection and engaged in other actions in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruising to his elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The bus had no visible damage and was driven by a licensed female driver going straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the bus's right side doors. No helmet or signaling factors were mentioned.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4523119 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
17
Pedestrian Injured in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash

Apr 17 - A 58-year-old woman was struck while crossing 8 Avenue at West 30 Street. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The vehicle hit her center front. She remained conscious.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8 Avenue near West 30 Street in Manhattan. The 58-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4520109 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
16
Bicyclist Struck Making Left Turn in Manhattan

Apr 16 - A 24-year-old woman on a bike was hit turning left on East 16 Street. She took the impact on her right side. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old female bicyclist was injured while making a left turn on East 16 Street near Union Square East in Manhattan. She was struck on her right side by an unspecified vehicle impacting its center front end. The bicyclist suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from her bike. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors for either party. No mention of helmet use or other safety equipment was made in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4519942 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
16
Improper Left Turn Injures Sedan Passenger

Apr 16 - A sedan turned left into a garbage truck on Madison Avenue. The crash slammed metal, left a young passenger hurt. Head trauma and whiplash. Driver error: turning improperly.

According to the police report, a 2021 Honda sedan made an improper left turn on Madison Avenue at East 43rd Street and collided with a northbound garbage truck. The sedan’s left side doors took the impact; the truck’s right front bumper was damaged. An 18-year-old female passenger in the sedan’s left rear seat suffered head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the sedan operator. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted. The garbage truck was traveling straight and was not cited for any errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4520103 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19