Crash Count for Bronx CB7
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,339
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,784
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 31, 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.

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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

SUVs Crash on Aqueduct Avenue, Passenger Hurt

Two SUVs slammed together on Aqueduct Avenue. A front-seat passenger took the hit—abdomen, pelvis, whiplash. Police blamed driver errors. Night fell hard in the Bronx.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Aqueduct Avenue near West 190 Street in the Bronx at 9:30 p.m. Both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. The Jeep struck with its center front end; the Kia was hit on the right front quarter panel. Police listed 'Other Vehicular' factors for both vehicles, pointing to driver errors or vehicle-related issues as causes. A 39-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat of the Kia suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries and whiplash. She was not ejected and remained conscious. The report does not assign fault to the passenger or cite any passenger actions as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4724458 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan U-Turn Collides With Motorcycle Southbound

A sedan making an improper U-turn struck a southbound motorcycle on University Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver, helmeted and conscious, suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury. The collision caused front-end damage to both vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:57 on University Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was making an improper U-turn when it collided head-on with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained serious injuries including a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver's error in executing the U-turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and remained conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4724453 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sanchez Supports Dedicated Bus Lanes on Tremont Avenue

DOT floats fixes for Tremont Avenue’s crawling buses. Speeds lag under 5 mph. Riders stew in delays. Council Member Feliz now backs bus lanes. Community leaders push for bold moves. DOT promises a plan, but trust runs thin after past failures.

On May 6, 2024, the Department of Transportation (DOT) considered improvements for the Bronx’s Tremont Avenue bus corridor. The matter, discussed with Bronx Community Boards 5 and 6, is titled: “City Considers Fixes for Another Ridiculously Slow Cross-Bronx Bus.” Council Member Oswald Feliz, who once opposed a Fordham Road bus lane, now supports dedicated lanes on Tremont. Council Member Pierina Sanchez also represents the area. Residents and riders call the Bx36 the slowest bus in the Bronx, citing delays and crowding. DOT data shows no speed gains since 2022. The corridor’s narrow lanes and parking worsen congestion and danger. Community leaders urge a busway or bus/truck-only stretch. DOT plans traffic analysis through summer 2024, with a proposal due later. The agency claims its top priority is “fast, reliable, and on-time” bus service, but skepticism remains after past inaction.


Distracted SUV Driver Hits Bicyclist on East 207 Street

A 21-year-old bicyclist suffered a concussion and facial injuries when a distracted SUV driver making a left turn struck him head-on. The crash occurred early morning on East 207 Street, leaving the cyclist injured but conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, the crash involved a 2016 Nissan SUV making a left turn westbound on East 207 Street and a northbound bicyclist. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old male, sustained facial injuries and a concussion but remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver failed to yield while turning left, directly causing the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. This incident highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers in NYC.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722365 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Pedestrian Injured by Left-Turning Pickup Truck

A pedestrian crossing Bainbridge Avenue with the signal was struck by a northbound pickup truck making a left turn. The truck driver failed to keep right. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg abrasions but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling north on Bainbridge Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a pedestrian crossing the street with the signal. The pedestrian, a female, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as abrasions. The report cites 'Failure to Keep Right' as the contributing factor attributed to the vehicle driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and was conscious after the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Toyota pickup truck. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722382 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Collision on Gun Hill

A 54-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with back contusions after a collision on East Gun Hill Road. The impact struck the bike’s left side doors and the other vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist remained conscious.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 14:30 on East Gun Hill Road in the Bronx involving a bicyclist and an unspecified vehicle traveling southeast. The bicyclist, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and suffered back injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The point of impact was the left side doors of the bike and the left front quarter panel of the other vehicle. The bicyclist was conscious at the scene. The report lists an unspecified contributing factor but does not identify driver errors or victim behaviors as causes. The crash involved a single bicyclist occupant and an empty other vehicle. No further details on driver actions or violations were provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4726006 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan Collision on East Gun Hill Road Injures Driver

Two sedans collided on East Gun Hill Road in the afternoon. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite improper lane usage as the cause. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:25 on East Gun Hill Road involving two sedans. One driver, a 64-year-old male, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor to the collision. One vehicle was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred at the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed, and no additional contributing factors were cited. The report focuses on driver error related to lane usage, with no mention of victim fault or behaviors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722531 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Injures Pedestrian on West Fordham

A moped driver without a license struck a pedestrian crossing West Fordham Road outside an intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and shock. The driver was ejected and injured in the crash. Impact occurred at the moped’s left front bumper.

According to the police report, a male moped driver, unlicensed in New York, was traveling north on West Fordham Road at 11:38 AM when his vehicle's left front bumper struck a male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was in shock. The driver, aged 29, was ejected from the moped and suffered an upper arm injury. The report lists no specific contributing factors but highlights the driver’s unlicensed status and the point of impact as the left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but no contributing factor was assigned to the pedestrian. The crash caused injury severity level 3 for both individuals, underscoring the dangers posed by unlicensed vehicle operation and the vulnerability of pedestrians outside intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4721518 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Jackson Supports Safety Boosting Automated Street Cleaning Enforcement

A new state bill would let New York City street sweepers use cameras to catch cars blocking cleaning routes. Repeat offenders rack up most tickets. Lawmakers say dirty streets and blocked drains endanger everyone. The law would sunset in 2029.

Assembly Bill (unnumbered) was introduced by Brooklyn Assembly Member Brian Cunningham on April 25, 2024. The bill is pending in the state legislature. It would allow New York City to mount enforcement cameras on street sweepers to ticket cars parked illegally during street cleaning hours. The bill summary states it 'fulfills the Sanitation Department's longstanding ask for help getting vehicles out of the way of road-cleaning operations.' Cunningham, who sponsors the bill, said, 'Dirty streets are totally unacceptable.' Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch supports the change, noting that state law must allow automated ticketing. Uptown Manhattan State Senator Robert Jackson introduced a similar Senate bill. The law would phase in after a year and expire by mid-2029, giving officials time to assess its impact. No formal safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.


Int 0857-2024
Dinowitz co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.

Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.

Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.


SUV and Sedan Collide on Bronx Webster Avenue

A southbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided at Webster Avenue. The sedan was making a left turn when impact occurred. A front passenger in the SUV suffered a concussion and head injury, restrained by a lap belt. Driver errors remain unspecified.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 18:26. A 2023 Hyundai SUV traveling south struck a 2019 Volkswagen sedan making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the left front bumper of both vehicles. The SUV carried four occupants; the front passenger, a 61-year-old female, sustained a concussion and head injury, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The sedan had three occupants. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists the passenger's contributing factors as unspecified, and no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The collision's cause remains unclear, but the left turn maneuver by the sedan was a critical moment leading to impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717741 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Moped Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian on East Kingsbridge

A moped traveling north on East Kingsbridge Road struck a 9-year-old girl crossing outside a crosswalk. The child suffered facial abrasions. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and injury.

At 19:17, a moped driven by a licensed male operator traveling north on East Kingsbridge Road collided with a 9-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the point of impact was the moped's right front bumper, damaging the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her face and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash, attributing fault to the moped driver. The pedestrian's crossing location was noted as 'Pedestrian Not at Intersection,' but no contributing factors related to the victim were listed. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable child.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717756 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Motorcycle Slams Parked SUV on Grand Concourse

Motorcycle crashed into parked SUV on Grand Concourse. Young, unlicensed rider hurt. Slippery pavement and inexperience fueled the impact. No injuries in SUV. Steel and skin met hard Bronx asphalt.

According to the police report, a motorcycle heading south on Grand Concourse struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked SUV at 16:20. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old unlicensed man, suffered abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was wearing a helmet and remained conscious. The SUV’s licensed driver was not injured. The report lists slippery pavement and driver inexperience as contributing factors. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The crash left the motorcycle driver with moderate injuries, underscoring the risks when inexperience and hazardous road conditions collide.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717749 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Int 0745-2024
Dinowitz co-sponsors bill to improve micromobility data collection, no direct safety impact.

Council orders DOT to reveal bike and micromobility numbers. Streets and bridges get counted. Riders’ paths mapped. City must show where safety fails and where it works. Data goes public. No more hiding the truth.

Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and became law September 14, 2024, as Local Law 88. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Schulman, Hudson, Restler, and others. The law forces DOT to publish monthly and annual data on bike and micromobility use, plus crash and safety project details. The city must show where riders go, where danger lurks, and what it does to fix it. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it stands.


SUVs Crash on West Fordham Road, Driver Hurt

Two SUVs slammed together on West Fordham Road in the Bronx. One driver, 54, took a hard hit to the neck. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.

According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on West Fordham Road near the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 5 p.m. The 54-year-old male driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before the crash. The impact struck the left front bumper and side doors of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report highlights distraction behind the wheel as a key factor in this violent collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716685 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV and Bus Slam on Jerome Avenue

A 72-year-old SUV driver took chest injuries and whiplash when his vehicle struck a northbound bus on Jerome Avenue. Both drivers moved straight. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.

According to the police report, a 72-year-old man driving a 2022 SUV collided with a northbound bus at 3066 Jerome Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 AM. The SUV's right front bumper hit the bus's left front quarter panel. The SUV driver suffered chest trauma and whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver, with no clear driver error identified. The bus driver was licensed and also going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The SUV's left rear bumper and the bus's left front quarter panel were damaged. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716686 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Turning Left Hits Parked Sedan

An SUV making a left turn struck a parked sedan on East 198 Street in the Bronx. The front passenger in the SUV suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was incoherent after the crash. Unsafe speed and driver distraction contributed.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 on East 198 Street near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. A 2018 SUV was making a left turn when it collided with a parked 2009 sedan. The SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were damaged at the center front end. The front passenger in the SUV, a 32-year-old male, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and was incoherent after the crash. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the driver of the SUV. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver errors involving excessive speed and distraction during a turning maneuver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716646 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Unlicensed Moped Driver Injured in Improper Turn Crash

A 20-year-old unlicensed moped driver suffered full-body abrasions after a collision caused by an improper turn. The crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx, with the driver partially ejected and sustaining serious injuries to the entire body.

According to the police report, the crash happened at 20:12 on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The moped, driven by a 20-year-old male with an unlicensed New York driver’s status, was traveling north when it collided with a vehicle making an improper U-turn southbound. The point of impact was the moped’s center front end and the other vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The moped driver was partially ejected and sustained abrasions over his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The police report identifies 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor, emphasizing driver error. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The moped carried two occupants, but only the driver’s injuries are detailed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716645 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 60-year-old woman suffered full-body bruises and shock after an SUV hit her at an intersection. The driver made a left turn, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on East Gun Hill Road near Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 6:50 p.m. A 60-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by a 2023 Kia SUV making a left turn. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises over her entire body and was in shock. The report lists no explicit contributing factors for the driver, but the collision happened during the driver's left turn, indicating a failure to yield to a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The SUV sustained no damage despite the injury to the pedestrian. The report does not list any pedestrian errors or helmet use as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716423 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan and Box Truck Collide on Webster Avenue

A sedan and box truck collided head-on while traveling north on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The impact injured a 24-year-old male rear passenger in the sedan, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:45 on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles were traveling north, with the sedan struck on its right front bumper and the box truck impacted at its center front end. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. The injured party was a 24-year-old male rear passenger in the sedan who suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had three occupants, and the box truck had one driver. The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the victim or pedestrian behaviors. Driver errors are implied by the collision between two vehicles traveling in the same direction, but no explicit failure to yield or other violations are cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4723030 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07