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

Int 0193-2024
Dinowitz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.

Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.

Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.


Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.

Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.

Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.


Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized

Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.

CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.


SUVs Collide on Major Deegan, Driver Injured

Two SUVs crashed on Major Deegan Expressway at West Fordham Road. One driver suffered a concussion. Metal twisted. The night air filled with sirens. The cause remains unclear.

Two sport utility vehicles collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured and suffered a concussion. The other driver, age 40, was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front quarter panels. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808750 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Turns Improperly, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian

A sedan making a U-turn hit a 74-year-old woman crossing Jerome Ave. She suffered a head injury. Police cite improper turning by the driver. The street saw blood, not mercy.

A sedan struck a 74-year-old woman as she crossed Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, the driver was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. No other factors are cited. The driver’s error stands out in the official record.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808748 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured

A man clung to his car as a thief sped off. The driver sideswiped a parked car. The victim fell, suffering head trauma and a shattered leg. He faces amputation. The car was found abandoned. The street bears old scars.

NY Daily News reported on April 26, 2025, that a 32-year-old man in Pelham Bay, Bronx, was critically injured after trying to stop a carjacker. Surveillance video shows the victim sprinting to his double-parked Infiniti as a suspect entered and sped away. The suspect sideswiped a parked car, knocking the victim to the street. He suffered head trauma and a fractured leg, and may require amputation. The article quotes a local, 'This has absolutely happened before,' highlighting repeated car thefts in the area. The car was later found abandoned. The incident underscores persistent dangers for bystanders and the ongoing threat of vehicle theft in city neighborhoods.


Man Dragged By Stolen Car In Bronx

A man clung to his car as a thief sped off. The vehicle dragged him down the street. Police found him battered, head and leg broken. The car, abandoned, bore scars of violence. The thief vanished. The city’s system failed to stop it.

According to the New York Post (April 25, 2025), a 32-year-old man was critically injured after being dragged by his own car during a daylight theft on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The article reports, 'Officers found the victim badly injured with trauma to his head and leg a block away.' Surveillance footage shows the man trying to stop the thief by grabbing the car window as it sped away. The Infiniti was later found abandoned with heavy damage. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch called the Bronx 'the absolute best place' in New York City to steal a car, citing a 3.6% rise in thefts in the borough, despite a citywide decrease. The incident highlights ongoing gaps in car theft prevention and prosecution.


Alcohol-Fueled Pickup Slams Parked SUVs in Bronx

Pickup truck struck parked SUVs on Bedford Park Blvd. Alcohol involved. One driver injured, left incoherent. Metal twisted. Police cite alcohol as a factor.

A pickup truck collided with two parked SUVs at 380 Bedford Park Blvd in the Bronx. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured and found incoherent. According to the police report, 'Alcohol Involvement' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left front and rear of the SUVs. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when alcohol mixes with heavy vehicles on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807787 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Lane Use Injures Teens in Bronx Crash

A moped and sedan collided on West 183rd Street. Two teens hurt. Police cite improper lane use and inexperience. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving. System failed the young.

A moped and a sedan crashed at West 183rd Street in the Bronx. Two teenage boys, ages 13 and 16, were injured. The 13-year-old was trapped with a leg fracture. The 16-year-old driver was ejected and reported leg pain. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling west. The moped struck the sedan’s right front bumper. No other factors were listed. The system put young riders at risk. The street did not protect them.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807208 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx

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.


Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death

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.


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

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.


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

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.


SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured

SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.

An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804949 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge

Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.

A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803965 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue

Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.

A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804072 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash

A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.

A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803296 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver

A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.

A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803955 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.

According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801942 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed

A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.

According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802363 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04