Crash Count for Bronx CB1
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,799
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 3,025
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 764
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 74
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 23
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025
Carnage in CB 201
Killed 23
+8
Crush Injuries 25
Lower leg/foot 7
+2
Whole body 6
+1
Back 5
Head 4
Neck 4
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Severe Bleeding 15
Head 10
+5
Lower leg/foot 2
Whole body 2
Lower arm/hand 1
Severe Lacerations 23
Lower leg/foot 11
+6
Face 5
Head 4
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Whole body 1
Concussion 24
Head 15
+10
Neck 3
Back 2
Chest 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Whiplash 129
Neck 52
+47
Back 33
+28
Head 31
+26
Whole body 8
+3
Shoulder/upper arm 7
+2
Chest 3
Hip/upper leg 3
Lower leg/foot 3
Lower arm/hand 1
Contusion/Bruise 159
Lower leg/foot 45
+40
Head 30
+25
Shoulder/upper arm 25
+20
Lower arm/hand 17
+12
Whole body 11
+6
Hip/upper leg 10
+5
Back 9
+4
Neck 8
+3
Face 5
Chest 4
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Eye 1
Abrasion 100
Lower arm/hand 33
+28
Lower leg/foot 17
+12
Head 13
+8
Face 12
+7
Shoulder/upper arm 7
+2
Whole body 6
+1
Hip/upper leg 5
Neck 3
Chest 2
Back 1
Eye 1
Pain/Nausea 45
Neck 9
+4
Head 8
+3
Lower leg/foot 6
+1
Shoulder/upper arm 6
+1
Back 5
Lower arm/hand 4
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Hip/upper leg 3
Whole body 2
Face 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Bronx CB1?

Preventable Speeding in CB 201 School Zones

(since 2022)
Bronx CB1: Death on East 149th, and a line of stretchers

Bronx CB1: Death on East 149th, and a line of stretchers

Bronx CB1: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025

Bronx CB1 is small on a map. On the ground, it bleeds.

Since 2022, 15 people are dead and 2,387 are hurt in 3,763 crashes here. Pedestrians took 403 injuries and 6 deaths. Cyclists took 246 injuries and 3 deaths. Heavy vehicles—trucks and buses—added weight to the toll. City data shows the count.

East 149th keeps taking people

A taxi going straight on East 149th struck a 61‑year‑old man crossing outside an intersection. He never woke up. The dataset lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Crash 4735638 records it.

Three months later, a 52‑year‑old man died at E 149 St and Morris Ave in a three‑SUV chain reaction. The record lists him as a pedestrian “Other Actions in Roadway.” The death sits in Crash 4803347.

A 57‑year‑old cyclist was going straight on E 149 St at Brook Ave. A Nova bus made a left. He was thrown and died. The city log calls it a left turn. Crash 4795059 is the source.

East 149 Street shows up on the hotspot list with deaths and dozens injured. So does Bruckner. The city’s own rollup names EAST 149 STREET and BRUCKNER BLVD.

Nights and sirens

The injuries stack up after dark. From 8 p.m. to midnight, injuries spike, with the 8 p.m. hour logging 145 injuries and 11 serious cases. Deaths hit at 9 p.m., 10 p.m., and 11 p.m. The clock is a weapon. Hourly data shows it.

“Demand for curb space in the city is increasing,” DOT said in another context about curb changes uptown. The line fits here too, where trucks, buses, SUVs, bikes and feet all fight for inches. The quote comes from the Upper West Side rollout story and is sourced here: West Side Spirit.

Trucks turn. Bodies break.

A tanker truck turned left at Bruckner and Southern. A moped came straight. A 22‑year‑old rear rider died. The entry lists a left turn by the truck. Crash 4820106 says so.

Motorcycles are fragile here. At Saint Anns and East 156th, a 21‑year‑old rider was ejected and died after a collision with an SUV. Crash 4747426 is the record.

The causes in the city ledger are dull words that hide hard endings: inattention, left turns, failure to yield, aggressive moves. “Other” covers the rest. In CB1, that “other” holds 7 deaths and 669 injuries. The dataset carries the weight.

What would stop the next one?

Start with the corners that take the most. Harden left turns. Daylight the crosswalks on East 149 and at Bruckner. Give long leading walk signals. Focus night enforcement where the injuries spike. The map points to EAST 149 STREET and BRUCKNER BLVD.

Citywide, the tools are on the table. Albany renewed 24‑hour school‑zone cameras through 2030, and NYC has the authority to set safer speeds. Our own reporting lays out the steps to drop speeds and rein in repeat speeders. See the plan in our Take Action guide.

Who will stand up the limit? Who will tame the worst drivers?

Sammy’s Law gave NYC the power to set its own limits. Advocates push a 20 mph default. Our guide explains how to press City Hall and the Council. Read it here: Take Action.

In Albany, lawmakers advanced bills to force speed‑limiting tech on repeat offenders. Senator Jose Serrano voted yes in committee on S 4045. Assembly Member Amanda Septimo co‑sponsors the Assembly version, A 2299. The bill targets drivers who rack up points and camera tickets. The summaries are in the legislative records and in our Take Action page.

This is not theory. In CB1, fifteen dead is not theory. It is a street, a corner, a turn, a body. Slow the cars. Fix the turns. Stop the repeat speeders.

Read, then act. One call can move a vote. Start here: Take Action.

Citations

Citations

Other Representatives

Amanda Septimo
Assembly Member Amanda Septimo
District 84
District Office:
384 E. 149th St. Suite 202, Bronx, NY 10455
Legislative Office:
Room 536, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Diana Ayala
Council Member Diana Ayala
District 8
District Office:
105 East 116th Street, New York, NY 10029
212-828-9800
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1880, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6960
Jose Serrano
State Senator Jose Serrano
District 29
District Office:
335 E. 100th St., New York, NY 10029
Legislative Office:
Room 418, Capitol Building 172 State St., Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Bronx CB1 Bronx Community Board 1 sits in Bronx, Precinct 40, District 8, AD 84, SD 29.

It contains Mott Haven-Port Morris, Melrose.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 1

23
Motorscooter Rider Ejected, Arm Broken in Bronx Crash

Apr 23 - Motorscooter and SUV collided on Westchester Ave. Rider thrown, arm fractured. Police cite following too closely. Wrecked scooter, shaken passengers. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.

A motorscooter and an SUV crashed on Westchester Ave at Tinton Ave in the Bronx. An 18-year-old motorscooter rider was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Two other men, aged 27 and 39, were listed as occupants and reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor for all involved. The motorscooter was demolished. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808448 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
22
Distracted Drivers Collide on Madison Ave Bridge

Apr 22 - Two cars crashed on Madison Ave Bridge. A woman and a baby suffered head injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal hit metal. The city failed them.

Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on the Madison Ave Bridge. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. A 38-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 1-year-old girl riding as a passenger suffered head injuries. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old man, was also involved. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The baby was in a child restraint. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken. No other factors were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810079 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
16
Sedans Collide on Bruckner Expressway, Driver Injured

Apr 16 - Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Expressway. One driver, age 67, took a hit to the shoulder. Metal crumpled. The street stayed hungry.

Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 67-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder injury and abrasion. The vehicles struck center front to center back. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal issues were noted. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the danger of high-speed traffic on city expressways.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807234 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
16
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at E 152 St Intersection

Apr 16 - A woman crossing 3rd Avenue with the signal was hit by a speeding SUV. She suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and lane changing led to the crash. The street turned violent in a blink.

A 41-year-old woman was crossing 3rd Avenue at E 152nd Street with the signal when a station wagon/SUV struck her. She suffered a head abrasion. According to the police report, unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing were contributing factors. The driver, a 37-year-old woman, was traveling south in the SUV. The report lists no errors by the pedestrian. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection, underscoring the danger posed by driver actions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811053 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
16
Garbage Truck and Sedan Collide on Bruckner

Apr 16 - Garbage truck and sedan crashed on Bruckner. One driver suffered back injury. Unsafe lane change and failure to yield led to impact. Metal and bodies jarred. Streets stayed dangerous.

A garbage truck and a sedan collided on Bruckner Blvd at St Anns Pl in the Bronx. One driver, age 28, was injured with back pain. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. Both vehicles had a single occupant. The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel; the truck was damaged on its right front bumper. The crash underscores the risks when drivers change lanes unsafely and fail to yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810032 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
15
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx

Apr 15 - Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.

ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.


14
SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Westchester Ave

Apr 14 - Sedan slammed into SUV’s rear on Westchester Ave. Three men hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Neck injury reported. Streets stay dangerous.

A sedan struck the back of an SUV at 644 Westchester Ave in the Bronx. Three men were injured, including a driver who suffered neck pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The SUV was hit in the center back end; the sedan’s front was crushed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark in the city’s crash ledger.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808831 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
14
Taxi and SUV Crash Injures Three Passengers

Apr 14 - A taxi and SUV collided on East 149th Street. Three passengers, ages 7, 15, and 71, suffered neck injuries. Impact struck the taxi’s right side and the SUV’s front. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.

A taxi and an SUV crashed at 329 E 149th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, three passengers—a 7-year-old boy, a 15-year-old boy, and a 71-year-old woman—sustained neck injuries and whiplash. The taxi was hit on its right side doors; the SUV’s left front bumper took the impact. Both vehicles were traveling west. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The crash left vulnerable passengers hurt, underscoring the risks on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807609 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
12
Sedans Collide on Major Deegan Expressway, Driver Injured

Apr 12 - Two sedans crashed head to tail on Major Deegan. One driver suffered back injuries. Three others were shaken but not seriously hurt. No clear cause named. Metal and bodies took the blow.

Two sedans crashed on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided, with one sedan striking the center back end of the other. One driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Three other occupants, including a 72-year-old woman, reported unspecified injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807233 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death

Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.

The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.


11
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash

Apr 11 - Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.


10
Int 1105-2024 Ayala votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.

Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.

Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.


9
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on E 138 St

Apr 9 - Two vehicles turned left on E 138 St. Metal struck metal. A woman suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane use. The street bore the weight.

A chassis cab and a sedan collided while both made left turns on E 138 St at Gerard Ave in the Bronx. One driver, a 62-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact hit the sedan's left side doors and the truck's right front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805504 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
7
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen

Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.

Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.


6
Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street

Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.

NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.


4
Distracted Cyclist Strikes Child Pedestrian Bronx

Apr 4 - A cyclist hit a four-year-old girl crossing E 147 St with the signal. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street saw pain and confusion. The city failed to protect its smallest.

A four-year-old girl was struck by a cyclist while crossing E 147 St at St Anns Ave in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when the bike, traveling north, hit her. According to the police report, the child suffered a fracture and dislocation to her lower leg and foot. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805501 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
3
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash

Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.

According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.


2
Three SUVs Crush Pedestrian on E 149th

Apr 2 - Three SUVs collided on E 149th. A 52-year-old man was crushed beneath their wheels. He died in the street. The crash left no room for escape. Daylight, metal, and weight ended a life.

A deadly crash unfolded on E 149th Street near Morris Avenue in the Bronx. Three SUVs collided. According to the police report, a 52-year-old pedestrian was crushed beneath the vehicles and died at the scene. The report states, “His body was crushed beneath the weight. He died there, in daylight, under wheels that did not stop in time.” No driver errors or contributing factors were specified in the data. The crash involved multiple drivers and passengers, but only the pedestrian suffered fatal injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803347 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
2
Improper Turn by Sedan Injures Cyclist on E 149 St

Apr 2 - A sedan turned wrong on E 149 St. The car struck a 22-year-old cyclist. The cyclist was ejected and hurt his arm. Police cite improper turning. The street stayed dangerous.

A sedan making a U-turn on E 149 St at Brook Ave hit a 22-year-old man riding a bike. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury with a fracture and dislocation. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan’s right front quarter panel struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The data lists no driver errors for the cyclist. The police report does not mention helmet use as a factor. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed the risk of improper turns on Bronx streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803031 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
1
Cyclist Thrown, Severely Hurt on Melrose Ave

Apr 1 - A man rides north on Melrose. Metal slams metal. He is thrown, torn open at the waist. Blood pools. He clutches wounds, conscious, waiting for help.

A 48-year-old man riding a bike north on Melrose Ave at E 157th Street was struck and ejected, suffering severe lacerations to his abdomen and pelvis. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The report describes the man conscious at the scene, clutching his wounds. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when lane usage breaks down.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805516 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19