Crash Count for Bronx CB8
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,685
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,461
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 361
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 27
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 8
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025
Carnage in CB 208
Killed 8
Crush Injuries 4
Head 2
Whole body 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Severe Bleeding 11
Head 7
+2
Face 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Whole body 1
Severe Lacerations 9
Head 3
Face 2
Whole body 2
Lower leg/foot 1
Neck 1
Concussion 15
Head 9
+4
Whole body 2
Back 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Whiplash 70
Neck 29
+24
Back 17
+12
Head 16
+11
Whole body 5
Chest 4
Hip/upper leg 3
Shoulder/upper arm 3
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Contusion/Bruise 62
Lower leg/foot 20
+15
Head 9
+4
Whole body 7
+2
Lower arm/hand 6
+1
Hip/upper leg 5
Shoulder/upper arm 4
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Face 3
Back 2
Chest 1
Eye 1
Neck 1
Abrasion 43
Lower leg/foot 18
+13
Head 7
+2
Face 6
+1
Lower arm/hand 6
+1
Shoulder/upper arm 3
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Back 1
Whole body 1
Pain/Nausea 16
Neck 5
Back 2
Lower arm/hand 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Whole body 2
Chest 1
Head 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Bronx CB8?

Preventable Speeding in CB 208 School Zones

(since 2022)

Bronx Streets Bleed—Leaders Stall. Demand Action Now.

Bronx CB8: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025

The Bodies in the Road

A woman steps into the crosswalk at Corlear and West 230th. An SUV turns left. She does not make it to the other side. She is 24. She dies where the light still blinks. In the last twelve months, 2 people have died and 7 more have suffered serious injuries on the streets of Bronx CB8. 336 have been hurt. The numbers are not just numbers. They are broken ribs, crushed skulls, and families left with silence.

The Machines That Kill

SUVs and cars did most of the damage. In three years, SUVs killed three pedestrians and left dozens more bleeding. Trucks, sedans, bikes, and mopeds all played their part. The violence is steady. It does not care about age. Children, the old, the young—no one is spared. The dead do not get to tell their stories. The living carry them.

The Leaders and Their Words

When a city bus nearly plunged off the Henry Hudson Parkway, the wall gave way. The bus was trying to avoid a double-parked car. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, hit the wall, and went through it. Thankfully, nobody was hurt. But the next time, someone will be. Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted that even a very big bus, going slowly, can do a lot of damage, and stressed the importance of enforcing parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car. He pointed out that parking regulations are not being enforced across the city.

Local leaders talk about enforcement. They talk about repairs. They do not talk about speed limits, protected crossings, or the hard work of redesign. The silence is loud. The clock keeps ticking.

The Call to Action

This is not fate. This is policy. Every death is a choice made by someone in power. Call your council member. Demand lower speed limits. Demand protected crossings. Demand action before another name is added to the list.

Take action now.

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Jeffrey Dinowitz
Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz
District 81
District Office:
3107 Kingsbridge Ave., Bronx, NY 10463
Legislative Office:
Room 632, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Eric Dinowitz
Council Member Eric Dinowitz
District 11
District Office:
277 West 231st Street, Bronx, NY 10463
718-549-7300
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1775, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7080
Twitter: @ericdinowitz
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 CB8 Bronx Community Board 8 sits in Bronx, Precinct 50, District 11, AD 81, SD 33.

It contains Kingsbridge Heights-Van Cortlandt Village, Kingsbridge-Marble Hill, Riverdale-Spuyten Duyvil.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 8

11
S 7785 Jackson votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.

Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.


11
S 4045 Rivera co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.

Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.

Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.


11
S 7678 Rivera votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Jun 11 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.

Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.


11
S 7785 Rivera votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.

Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.


10
S 8117 Jackson votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.

Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.

Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.


10
S 8117 Rivera votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.

Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.

Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.


9
S 915 Jackson co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.

Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.

Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.


9
S 915 Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.

Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.


9
S 915 Rivera votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.

Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.


3
Rear Passengers Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash

Jun 3 - Two rear passengers hurt on West 230th. Sedans collided. Driver distraction listed. Back and neck injuries. Streets stay dangerous.

Two rear passengers suffered injuries when sedans collided at West 230th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. One passenger sustained a back injury and whiplash, while another suffered a neck injury. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors before driver distraction. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the risk to passengers when drivers lose focus.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819352 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
1
Tire Failure Injures Passenger on Independence Avenue

Jun 1 - A sedan struck another on Independence Avenue in the Bronx. Tire failure sent metal into metal. A rear passenger suffered neck injuries. The street echoed with the sound of impact. One moment changed. The system failed the vulnerable again.

Two sedans collided near 3052 Independence Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Tire Failure/Inadequate.' One rear passenger, a 54-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists no driver errors beyond the mechanical failure. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors. The crash left a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger when vehicle systems fail.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817406 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
29
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Teen Pedestrian

May 29 - A driver hit a 17-year-old pedestrian at West 232nd Street. The teen suffered a facial bruise. Police cite failure to yield. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.

A 17-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of West 232nd Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the teen in the face and causing a contusion. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was noted. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at Bronx intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817844 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
27
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Major Deegan

May 27 - Night crash on Major Deegan. Metal hits metal. Three people hurt. Faces bloodied, necks wrenched, arms bruised. No cause listed. The road stays dangerous. Pain lingers in the Bronx.

A collision between a station wagon/SUV and a sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx left three occupants injured. According to the police report, a 20-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and pain, a 23-year-old male driver had arm injuries, and an 18-year-old female rear passenger sustained facial abrasions. All were conscious after the crash. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. Both injured passengers and the driver wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV was traveling north and struck on the left front quarter panel, with damage to the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not specify what led to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816085 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
24
Bronx Rear-End Crash Injures Three Inside Cars

May 24 - A pick-up truck and sedans collided on Bailey Avenue at Van Cortlandt Avenue West. Three people inside suffered back injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets in the Bronx bore the brunt.

A rear-end collision struck Bailey Avenue at Van Cortlandt Avenue West in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pick-up truck and sedans were involved. Three people were injured: a 35-year-old male driver and two 31-year-old female passengers, all with back injuries and whiplash. The report states vehicles were stopped in traffic when others, going straight ahead, crashed into them. Impacts hit the center front and back ends. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use. The toll fell on those inside, with pain and damage left behind.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815676 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
24
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Netherland Ave

May 24 - An SUV turned left across Netherland Avenue. A motorcycle struck its front. Two riders were thrown. One suffered a head injury. The other took a blow to the leg. Both stayed conscious. The crash left pain, blood, and broken rhythm in the Bronx.

A crash at 3555 Netherland Avenue in the Bronx involved a station wagon/SUV making a left turn and a motorcycle traveling straight. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The motorcycle hit the SUV's front. Two people on the motorcycle were ejected. A 27-year-old female passenger suffered a head injury and reported pain and nausea. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a concussion and a leg injury. Both were conscious at the scene. The SUV driver’s actions are listed as the primary contributing factor. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815679 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
23
SUV and Sedan Collide on Corlear Avenue

May 23 - Two cars slammed together at Corlear Avenue and West 236th. Metal bent. Seven people hurt. Shoulders, necks, backs. A child among the injured. Police blame driver distraction. The street stayed open. The pain lingered.

Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at Corlear Avenue and West 236th Street in the Bronx. Seven people were injured, including a 12-year-old girl. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The impact left multiple occupants with injuries to their shoulders, necks, and backs. Both drivers were women, each licensed in New York. The sedan struck the SUV on its left side doors, while the sedan’s front end took the brunt. Police listed no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes pain, shock, and nausea among those hurt. The toll fell on passengers and drivers alike.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816722 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
14
Police Chase Ends In Bronx Fatality

May 14 - A black Mercedes, fleeing police, struck Kelvin Mitchell on Webster Avenue. The impact hurled him through the air, dragging him 100 feet. Mitchell died at the scene. The driver fled. Two memorials now mark the spot where he fell.

Streetsblog NYC reported on May 14, 2025, that Kelvin Mitchell, a 43-year-old father, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in the Bronx. Witnesses and video show a police van chasing a speeding Mercedes before the crash, raising questions about NYPD pursuit policy. The article notes, 'A police van was in pursuit of the speeding Mercedes, according to video obtained by Streetsblog.' The NYPD’s policy restricts chases to serious crimes and discourages them in residential areas, yet the pursuit occurred near homes and a bodega. The department declined to comment. The crash highlights risks from high-speed chases and inconsistent enforcement of pursuit guidelines.


11
Bronx Man Killed in Hit-and-Run

May 11 - A black Mercedes struck Kelvin Mitchell as he crossed Webster Avenue. The driver fled. Mitchell died steps from home. Police have not caught the driver. The street stayed quiet. The loss cut deep. The danger remains.

NY Daily News reported on May 11, 2025, that Kelvin Mitchell, 43, was killed by a hit-and-run driver while crossing Webster Ave. near E. 168th St. in the Bronx. The article states, "Mitchell was crossing Webster Ave. midblock... when he was mowed down by the driver of a black Mercedes-Benz." Surveillance video showed the Mercedes speeding in a bus lane before the crash. The driver did not stop. NYPD could not confirm if police were pursuing the car. Mitchell was a father and community figure. The crash highlights the lethal risk of speeding and hit-and-run drivers, and the lack of immediate accountability. No arrests have been made.


10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian

May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.

ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.


7
SUV Crash on Major Deegan Involves Alcohol

May 7 - SUV slammed center back end on Major Deegan. Alcohol involved. Driver bruised, face hit. Another occupant hurt. Metal twisted. Police report calls out alcohol.

A Jeep SUV crashed on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. Two men, both 34, were inside. The driver suffered a facial bruise. Another occupant was also hurt. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The SUV was demolished at the center back end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811239 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19