Hit-and-Run Is Policy: Bronx Streets Still Kill with City Hall’s Blessing

Two cars slammed together in the Bronx. Both drivers hurt. Police blame distraction. Head injuries and whiplash. Streets remain dangerous for all.

According to the police report, two vehicles collided at 9:54 PM on East 184 Street near Ryer Avenue in the Bronx. A Ford SUV and a BMW sedan, both heading west, struck each other at the left front quarter panels. The 23-year-old woman driving the BMW suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, showing the risk when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737021 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

Two SUVs crashed at East 175 Street and Monroe Avenue in the Bronx. A rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention, distraction, unsafe speed, and traffic control disregard as contributing factors in the collision.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided on East 175 Street near Monroe Avenue in the Bronx at 4:50 p.m. The first vehicle was traveling south with no occupants, while the second was parked eastbound with three occupants. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the left front quarter panel of the parked SUV. A 47-year-old male rear passenger in the second SUV was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' 'Unsafe Speed,' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The injured occupant was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738047 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A sedan driver suffered a severe knee injury in a rear-end collision on Jerome Avenue. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as causes. The impact damaged the vehicle's left front bumper, leaving the driver conscious but fractured.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old female sedan driver was injured in a crash at 2352 Jerome Avenue, Bronx, around 12:05 a.m. The vehicle was traveling north when it struck another vehicle from behind. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors to the collision. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious but suffered a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not indicate any victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction and tailgating in urban traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4735528 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A moped driver was injured and ejected after a sedan merging southbound collided with the moped's left front bumper on the Major Deegan Expressway. The crash caused neck abrasions and left front damage to both vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan merging southbound struck a moped that was parked, impacting the moped's left front bumper and the sedan's left front quarter panel. The moped driver, a 34-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained neck abrasions classified as injury severity 3. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor in the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing behaviors. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors during merging maneuvers on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4735537 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A moped struck a pedestrian at the Anthony Avenue intersection. Both young men suffered moderate injuries. The crash left them bruised and scraped, conscious but hurt on the Bronx street.

According to the police report, a northbound moped collided with a pedestrian at the intersection of Anthony Avenue in the Bronx. The 16-year-old moped driver suffered abrasions to his arm and hand. The 22-year-old pedestrian sustained contusions to his knee, leg, and foot. Both remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the moped's center front end. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both parties. No helmet or safety equipment was used by the moped driver. The pedestrian was engaged in 'other actions in roadway' at the time. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield are listed, but the intersection setting underscores the danger for vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737018 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A 19-year-old unlicensed moped driver crashed at unsafe speed on Creston Avenue. He suffered neck abrasions. Police cite speed and traffic control disregard. The moped’s front end was crushed.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old male driving a moped southbound on Creston Avenue in the Bronx crashed at 1:05 a.m. The driver was unlicensed and had one passenger. The moped struck an object, damaging the center front end. The driver sustained neck abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors as central to the crash. No other contributing factors related to the victim's behavior were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733808 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

DOT wants a two-way busway on Tremont Avenue. Cars and taxis must turn off. Buses crawl at 4.5 mph here. Most travelers ride the bus. Council members urge careful planning. Committee backs the plan. DOT will study traffic and consult the community.

On June 18, 2024, the Department of Transportation proposed an 11-block, 0.6-mile two-way busway on Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The plan, discussed in the Municipal Services Committee, would force cars and taxis to turn off, leaving the lane for buses, trucks, and emergency vehicles. The matter summary notes, 'The Bx36 bus, which travels this corridor, is among the slowest in the Bronx, with speeds dropping to as low as 4.5 miles per hour.' Council Members Pierina Sanchez and Oswald Feliz, who represent the area, expressed cautious optimism and called for community engagement. Committee Chair Lucia Deng reported, 'There was zero pushback on the concept of busways or bus lanes.' The committee even pushed for a longer route. DOT will conduct further analysis and present detailed plans to local boards in the fall. No formal safety assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.

• City Proposes Short Busway For Clogged Cross-Bronx Roadway, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-18

An 18-year-old male bicyclist riding east on Grand Concourse was injured when a northbound SUV struck his left side. The collision caused fractures and dislocations to the cyclist’s lower arm and hand. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.

According to the police report, at approximately 8:30 PM, a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling north on Grand Concourse collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The SUV struck the bicyclist on the left side doors, causing injuries described as fractures and dislocations to the cyclist’s elbow, lower arm, and hand. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before the crash. The lack of identified driver errors leaves the cause unclear, but the impact and injuries highlight the vulnerability of the bicyclist in this collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733777 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A female SUV driver traveling north on Jerome Avenue suffered a facial contusion after a collision impacting the vehicle’s right front bumper. The driver was conscious and restrained, sustaining moderate injury in the Bronx.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old female driver of a 2024 Hyundai SUV was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx at 8:19 a.m. The vehicle sustained damage to the right front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was not ejected but suffered a contusion to her face, classified as a moderate injury (severity 3). The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash, with no mention of pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was registered in Connecticut. The collision caused injury to the driver herself, highlighting risks even to vehicle occupants. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4731938 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A sedan driver made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx, colliding with a parked vehicle. The driver and front passenger suffered head and neck injuries. The crash exposed dangers of improper turning maneuvers in busy city streets.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:16 on Grand Avenue near Buchanan Place in the Bronx. A sedan, traveling south, was making a left turn when it struck a parked vehicle on its right front quarter panel. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, sustained a head injury and whiplash, while the front passenger, a 48-year-old woman, suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the driver. Vehicle damage was noted on the right front quarter panel of the sedan, while the parked vehicle showed no damage. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. This incident highlights the risks posed by improper turning maneuvers in urban traffic environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733807 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A speeding SUV collided with a moped on East 175 Street. The impact ejected an 8-year-old passenger hanging outside the moped, causing serious lower leg injuries. The crash exposed dangers of unsafe vehicle speeds and vulnerable riders.

According to the police report, at 17:33 on East 175 Street, a 2018 SUV traveling west struck a moped also traveling west. The SUV's left side doors were the point of impact, hitting the moped's left front bumper. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. An 8-year-old female passenger riding or hanging on the outside of the moped was ejected during the collision. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The passenger was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the risks posed by speeding vehicles to vulnerable passengers on mopeds.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739336 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A motorcycle engaged in a police pursuit struck a parked SUV in the Bronx. The unlicensed motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cited unsafe speed as the contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near 2401 Marion Avenue around 12:50 a.m. A 19-year-old male motorcyclist, unlicensed and involved in a police pursuit, collided with a parked GMC SUV. The motorcycle struck the left rear quarter panel of the SUV, sustaining damage to its center back end. The motorcyclist was injured with abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, showed no damage from the impact. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors, focusing the cause on the motorcyclist's unsafe speed during the pursuit.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4731516 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.

Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.

• File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.

Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.

• File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.

Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.

Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.

Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.

Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-07