Crash Count for Bronx CB7
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,320
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,774
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 359
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 24
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 8
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Bronx CB7?

No More Names for the Death List: Demand Safe Streets Now

No More Names for the Death List: Demand Safe Streets Now

Bronx CB7: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025

The Toll in Flesh and Blood

Two dead. Six with injuries that will never heal. In the last year, Bronx CB7 streets have not grown kinder. A 65-year-old man, crossing with the light at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road, was crushed by a turning van. A 39-year-old driver, stranded on the Major Deegan, was rear-ended and left to die while the other driver ran into the dark. His friends were on their way to help. He called them, gasping for breath, after the crash. He did not make it. “He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run. They were on their way to come give him a jump and he got hit waiting for them. And then he called to let them know, I’ve been hit. I can’t breathe.”

Eight killed. Twenty-four left with serious injuries. In three and a half years, these are the numbers. They do not count the families who wait for a phone call that never comes. They do not count the children who limp to school, or the elders who fear the crosswalk.

The Machinery of Harm

Cars and SUVs did most of the damage. Seventy-nine pedestrians were struck by cars or SUVs. Vans killed two. An ambulance killed one. Trucks, buses, bikes, mopeds, and motorcycles all left their mark. No one is safe when the street is built for speed.

What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done

The city talks about Vision Zero. They talk about lowering speed limits. They talk about cameras. But the dead keep coming. No new laws from local leaders have stopped the bleeding here.

Police say they are looking for the man who ran after killing Darryl Mathis. Police said Monday they were looking for a man who ran away after crashing his car into a disabled vehicle on the Major Deegan Expressway and killing its driver over the weekend.

There is no comfort in words. There is only the next crash.

What You Can Do

Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real protection for people on foot and on bikes.

Do not wait for another friend to call for help and never speak again. Take action now.

Citations

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Other Representatives

George Alvarez
Assembly Member George Alvarez
District 78
District Office:
2633 Webster Ave. 1st Floor, Bronx, NY 10458
Legislative Office:
Room 920, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Pierina Ana Sanchez
Council Member Pierina Ana Sanchez
District 14
District Office:
2065 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453
347-590-2874
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1816, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7074
Twitter: PiSanchezNYC
Gustavo Rivera
State Senator Gustavo Rivera
District 33
District Office:
2432 Grand Concourse, Suite 506, Bronx, NY 10458
Legislative Office:
Room 502, Capitol Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Bronx CB7 Bronx Community Board 7 sits in Bronx, Precinct 52, District 14, AD 78, SD 33.

It contains University Heights (North)-Fordham, Bedford Park, Norwood.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 7

Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights

A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.

CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.


Moped Strikes Cyclist on East 193rd Street

A moped hit a cyclist on East 193rd. Both men hurt. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Head injury reported. The street stayed open. Danger lingers.

A moped and a bicycle collided on East 193rd Street in the Bronx. The cyclist, age 20, and the moped driver, age 58, were both injured. The moped driver suffered a head contusion and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other factors were listed. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists and riders on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831509 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on Major Deegan

Sedan and SUV collided on Major Deegan. Improper lane change and distraction. One driver suffered neck pain. Both vehicles damaged. System failed to protect.

A sedan and an SUV crashed on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. One driver, a 33-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Both vehicles were damaged. Unsafe lane changing was listed as a contributing factor. The system allowed danger to persist. No mention of helmet or signal use.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831274 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pickup Truck Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Bronx Intersection

A pickup truck struck a 17-year-old crossing with the signal on West Fordham Road. The teen suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.

A 17-year-old pedestrian was injured when a pickup truck hit him at the intersection of West Fordham Road and Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the teen was crossing with the signal when the truck, making a left turn, struck him with its front end. The pedestrian sustained a contusion to his upper arm and remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any pedestrian error or equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831272 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Crash on Deegan Ramp

Two SUVs collided on Major Deegan ramp. One driver lost consciousness. One man injured. Metal twisted. Police cite vehicular factors. Danger rides with every turn.

Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on the Major Deegan Expressway ramp in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 51-year-old male driver lost consciousness and was injured. The other driver, a 45-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash left one man hurt and both vehicles damaged. Systemic danger persists on city ramps.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831271 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured on Webster Ave

Sedan struck e-bike on Webster Ave. Rider thrown, leg hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain hostile to those outside steel.

An e-bike rider, age 31, was injured when a sedan struck him on Webster Ave at E 205 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when the sedan failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the e-bike’s front end. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was in shock. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary cause. The report also notes 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by cyclists on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828338 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Passenger Dies After Bronx Car Crash

A 71-year-old passenger died. A 79-year-old driver struck two cars, then a pole. Metal twisted. Lives changed. The street stayed silent.

CBS New York (2025-07-12) reports a 71-year-old passenger died after a crash in Co-op City, Bronx. Police said a 79-year-old driver 'slammed into two cars before hitting a light pole.' The sequence ended in fatal injury. The article highlights the impact but does not detail causes. The crash underscores risks for passengers and raises questions about driver fitness and street design. No blame is assigned. The facts stand stark.


Dinowitz Supports Bike Lanes Opposes Parking Removal Plan

Dinowitzes fight the Harlem River Greenway bike lane. They defend parking. Cyclists and walkers wait for safe passage. DOT says protected lanes save lives. The Bronx stays exposed.

""We support bike lanes."" -- Eric Dinowitz

On July 8, 2025, Assembly Member Jeff Dinowitz and Council Member Eric Dinowitz publicly opposed the city's plan for a protected bike lane on Bailey Avenue, part of the Harlem River Greenway. The matter, described as an 'anti-car crusade,' centers on the removal of 46 parking spots. The Dinowitzes claim the redesign ignores community voices. DOT and local advocates argue the project will cut injuries and deaths, citing crash data. A safety analyst notes the Greenway will create safe, separated space for pedestrians and cyclists, reducing harm and boosting active travel. The Dinowitzes support bike lanes in principle but resist changes that reduce parking.


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Taxi and Bus Collide on Major Deegan Expressway

A taxi and bus crashed on Major Deegan. Both drivers injured. Police cite traffic control ignored and inexperience. Metal bent. Shock followed. Streets stayed dangerous.

A taxi and a bus collided on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. Both drivers, a 51-year-old man and a 45-year-old woman, suffered injuries. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles damaged at the front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report shows both drivers were in shock. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. Systemic danger persists when traffic rules are ignored.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825993 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Slams Parked Sedan on Grand Concourse

A distracted driver hit a parked sedan on Grand Concourse. The crash left the driver with neck injuries. Impact was hard and sudden. Streets stayed dangerous in the Bronx.

A sedan traveling north struck a parked Toyota sedan at 2760 Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the main contributing factor. The impact hit the left rear bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of driver distraction on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825098 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Lane Use Injures Toddler on Webster

A two-year-old boy suffered face injuries in a Bronx crash. Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue. Police cite improper lane use and driver distraction. The child was left in shock.

Two sedans crashed at 2703 Webster Avenue in the Bronx. A two-year-old boy, riding as a rear passenger, was injured in the face and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision occurred as one sedan made a U-turn and the other traveled straight. No helmet or signal issues were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger to young passengers when drivers fail to use lanes properly and lose focus.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825146 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Speeding Driver Injures Pedestrian at Bedford Park

A driver sped through Bedford Park. A man crossing was struck. His leg was hurt. Shock followed. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. The street bore witness.

A pedestrian was injured at Bedford Park Blvd and Valentine Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, a driver traveling south made a left turn at unsafe speed and struck a 49-year-old man crossing at the intersection. The pedestrian suffered injury to his lower leg and was in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. No vehicle type was specified. The crash left the pedestrian with pain and trauma.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825681 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Sedan on E 197 St

SUV ran a traffic control, struck a sedan. Two people suffered neck injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets failed to protect.

An SUV and a sedan collided at E 197 St and Marion Ave in the Bronx. Two occupants, a 39-year-old woman and a 19-year-old man, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor. The SUV hit the sedan's left front bumper. Both injured persons were conscious. The report lists no other contributing factors before the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824599 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle Slams Truck on Jerome Avenue Curve

Motorcycle struck pick-up truck at unsafe speed. Two ejected. Teen passenger suffered leg fracture. Nineteen-year-old driver injured. Metal, bone, and speed collided in the Bronx dusk.

A motorcycle and a pick-up truck collided at 3449 Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed. Two people on the motorcycle were ejected: a 19-year-old driver with neck injuries and a 14-year-old passenger with a fractured leg. The pick-up truck was making a U-turn. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No safety equipment was used by the injured motorcycle occupants. No other errors or helmet use were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824337 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Int 0857-2024
Dinowitz votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.

Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.

Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.


Int 0857-2024
Sanchez votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.

Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.

Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.


Pierina Sanchez Supports Vendor Permit Cap Lift and Reform

Council bill targets permit caps and harsh crackdowns. Vendors crowd curbs. More feet on the street. Pedestrian presence rises. City weighs who belongs on the sidewalk.

On June 29, 2025, the City Council debated a bill to lift street vendor permit caps and decriminalize violations. Bronx Democrat Pierina Sanchez introduced the measure, stating, 'I am the daughter and granddaughter of street vendors.' The bill aims to replace criminal charges with fines and remove barriers for thousands of vendors. Mayor Eric Adams opposes lifting the cap, citing sidewalk crowding. The matter summary: 'change may be coming for the thousands of street vendors operating in New York City.' Safety analysts note that easing restrictions can boost pedestrian activity and street presence, creating 'safety in numbers' and calming traffic. This could improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists.


Unlicensed Driver Ignores Signal, Bronx Crash Injures Three

A driver ran a traffic control, slammed into an SUV on Mosholu Parkway. Three people hurt. One passenger knocked unconscious. Unlicensed driver behind the wheel. Metal, glass, pain. System failed.

A crash on East Mosholu Parkway North at Bainbridge Avenue left three people injured, including an 18-year-old passenger who was knocked unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the collision involved a sedan and an SUV. The sedan's driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No helmet or signal use is cited as a factor. The impact sent pain through metal and flesh. The system allowed danger to spread.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824334 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bronx Driver Hits Three Pedestrians

A car slammed into three men at Hunts Point. One lies in critical condition. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The driver faces charges. Blood stains the Bronx night.

ABC7 reported on June 28, 2025, that a driver struck three pedestrians at Hunts Point Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard. Police say Charles Jenkins, 28, collided with a Mercedes, then hit three men and several parked cars. One victim, age 33, was critically hurt; two others are stable. Jenkins faces multiple vehicular assault charges. ABC7 notes, 'Authorities are trying to determine what led up to the collision.' The crash highlights the danger at busy Bronx intersections and the consequences when drivers lose control.


Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Teen Cyclist

A sedan struck a 17-year-old bicyclist on Jerome Ave. The teen was ejected and suffered fractures. Police cite traffic control disregard and failure to yield. System failed the vulnerable. Metal crushed flesh.

A sedan hit a 17-year-old bicyclist at Jerome Ave and E 196 St in the Bronx. The cyclist was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike, demolishing it. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist wore no safety equipment, but the report lists driver errors as primary factors. No blame is placed on the injured teen.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823387 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04