Nine Dead, Hundreds Hurt—Bronx Streets Still Kill

An e-bike rider was violently ejected after a collision on Wood Ave in the Bronx. The rider suffered severe lower leg injuries. The crash involved a vehicle slowing or stopping, with impact on both vehicles' front bumpers.

According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike driver traveling west on Wood Ave was involved in a collision at 7:05 PM. The e-bike's right front bumper struck another vehicle's left front bumper, which was slowing or stopping while traveling south. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The e-bike rider was conscious and complained of internal injuries. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vulnerable road users when involved in collisions with motor vehicles, even when no clear driver fault is documented.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800758, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 20-year-old man suffered a severe head injury while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The crash occurred on Castle Hill Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained fractures and dislocations. Driver errors were not specified.

According to the police report, a 20-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Castle Hill Avenue and Quimby Avenue in the Bronx at 8:59 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred and sustained a severe head injury, including fractures and dislocations. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify any contributing driver errors or vehicle details. No contributing factors were listed for the driver or the pedestrian. The vehicle involved was unspecified and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The absence of cited driver errors in the report leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian was not at fault according to the data provided.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800772, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An 81-year-old man lay bleeding and unconscious beneath the streetlights at Westchester and Metcalf. No driver stopped. No car remained. Only silence and the old man alone in the dark, another pedestrian left behind in the Bronx night.

According to the police report, an 81-year-old pedestrian was struck while crossing at the corner of Westchester Avenue and Metcalf Avenue in the Bronx. The report states the man was found unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. No driver remained at the scene, and no vehicle description was provided. The report notes, 'No driver stayed. No car described.' The pedestrian was left alone, with no witnesses or aid from the motorist responsible. The absence of any driver information or vehicle details underscores the systemic danger faced by pedestrians, especially when drivers flee and accountability vanishes. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800199, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Three occupants suffered whiplash in a violent crash involving two SUVs and a sedan. The collision, marked by aggressive driving and traffic control disregard, left all drivers and a passenger injured, exposing systemic risks on E 172 St.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:18 on E 172 St involving a sedan and two SUVs. The report cites aggressive driving and road rage as primary contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed, compounding the danger. The collision caused injuries to three occupants: two drivers and one front-seat passenger, all suffering whiplash and injuries to the entire body. The passenger's injuries were linked to aggressive driving and traffic control disregard. All occupants were conscious and none were ejected. Vehicle damage concentrated on right front bumpers and quarter panels, indicating a forceful impact. The report highlights driver errors, specifically aggressive driving and failure to comply with traffic controls, as central to the crash, underscoring systemic dangers rather than victim fault.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799758, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 17-year-old unlicensed motorcyclist collided with an SUV on E 174 St in the Bronx. The crash caused injuries to the motorcyclist’s arm and incoherence. Police cited unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors to the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:40 on E 174 St in the Bronx involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The motorcycle driver, a 17-year-old male, was unlicensed and injured with elbow, lower arm, and hand injuries, suffering minor bleeding and incoherence. The motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of the SUV, which was traveling west, while the motorcycle was traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors attributed to the motorcycle driver. The motorcyclist was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the motorcycle. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The collision highlights dangerous driver behaviors by the motorcyclist leading to serious injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799751, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Chatterton Ave. The rear vehicle slowed or stopped, striking the front vehicle from behind. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear seat suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling westbound on Chatterton Ave were involved in a rear-end collision. The front vehicle was going straight ahead while the rear vehicle was slowing or stopping when it impacted the center back end of the front sedan. The collision caused no visible vehicle damage. A 21-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of one sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The report does not specify contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distracted driving. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end impacts even at low speeds, with vulnerable passengers inside vehicles sustaining injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799873, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan and SUV crashed on Story Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The collision caused serious harm to the sedan driver.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Story Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and a sport utility vehicle. The sedan, traveling south, was struck on its left side doors by the SUV, which was traveling southwest. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The impact and resulting injuries highlight the dangers posed by driver failures to yield and control speed in Bronx traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799218, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An e-scooter driver suffered a head contusion after colliding with a sedan on Bruckner Blvd. The rider was conscious but injured, with no safety equipment reported. The sedan traveled north, striking the scooter’s front center, causing serious injury.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Blvd at 11:46 involving a northbound sedan and an e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report states the scooter was impacted at its center front end by the sedan, which was traveling straight ahead northbound. The e-scooter driver was not using any safety equipment at the time. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-scooter driver but does not identify any driver errors or violations by the sedan operator. No ejection occurred, and the sedan had no occupants. The collision caused damage to the front center of the e-scooter and other damage to the sedan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798616, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 39-year-old woman was injured when an SUV traveling west struck her at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact on its left front bumper.

According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of E 174 St and Croes Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was located at the intersection when she was struck by a 2019 Nissan SUV traveling west, which impacted her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle sustained no damage from the collision. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified and does not identify any driver errors or violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The absence of listed driver errors or contributing factors highlights systemic dangers at this intersection involving vulnerable pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797282, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A pedestrian was struck at a marked crosswalk on Gleason Ave by an SUV traveling south. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing upper arm injuries and bruising. The victim was conscious and injured at the scene.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Gleason Ave near Croes Ave in the Bronx at 18:10. A 30-year-old female pedestrian was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal when she was hit by a southbound SUV. The vehicle, a Honda SUV, struck the pedestrian with its center front end, damaging its left front bumper. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and upper arm injury but remained conscious. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian legally crossing the street.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4796718, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 62-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV backing north on St Lawrence Ave hit him outside the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 PM in the Bronx near 1393 St Lawrence Ave. A 2010 Chevrolet SUV was backing north when it struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor for the crash. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate (3). The vehicle showed no damage upon impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The incident highlights the dangers posed by unsafe vehicle backing maneuvers in urban environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795025, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Honda Odyssey struck two teens on a bike in the Bronx. The 17-year-old boy died at the hospital. The 14-year-old girl survived. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. The street held the silence after impact.

ABC7 reported on February 25, 2025, that a 14-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy were riding a bike at Metcalf Ave and E 172nd St in the Bronx when a Honda Odyssey driven by a 42-year-old man struck them. Police found both teens at the scene. The boy was later pronounced dead at Jacobi Hospital. The girl and the driver survived. According to ABC7, 'The driver remained at the scene and no arrests were made.' The investigation continues. No information was given about how the crash occurred or any contributing driver actions. The case highlights ongoing dangers for young cyclists in city streets and the need for thorough investigations into each crash.

• Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision, ABC7, Published 2025-02-25

A 17-year-old on a motorbike collided head-on with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue. He was thrown from his seat, his skull striking the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in over the Bronx.

A 17-year-old male riding a motorbike was killed in a violent head-on collision with an SUV on Metcalf Avenue near East 172nd Street in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 18:44, with both vehicles listed as 'Going Straight Ahead' before impact. The police report states the motorbike struck the SUV's right front quarter panel, resulting in the teen being ejected and suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time. Both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified' in the official documentation. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'He flew from the seat. His skull met the street. He died there, broken and still, as dusk closed in.' No driver errors are specifically cited in the police report, and no mention is made of victim behavior as a contributing factor beyond the absence of a helmet.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794705, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 22-year-old female e-scooter driver suffered full-body injuries and shock after a collision on Soundview Avenue in the Bronx. The vehicle struck her on the left front bumper while both were traveling straight. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:25 AM on Soundview Avenue in the Bronx. A female e-scooter driver, age 22, was injured with complaints of pain and nausea and was in shock. The report notes the e-scooter was traveling southeast, and the other vehicle was traveling east, both going straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-scooter and the center front end of the other vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The data focuses on the collision impact and injuries without assigning fault to the victim.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794475, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 19-year-old male pedestrian was struck at a Bronx intersection while crossing with the signal. The impact to his hip and upper leg caused contusions and bruising. The driver’s left front bumper made contact, resulting in moderate injury.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Zerega Avenue and Chatterton Avenue in the Bronx at 12:40 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle impacting with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, described as contusions and bruises, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The report does not list any contributing factors from the pedestrian’s side. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield were explicitly cited in the data. The collision highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing legally at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794008, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 30-year-old woman suffered a concussion and upper leg injury after a pick-up truck struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle made a right turn, impacting her center front end. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck registered in New Jersey was making a right turn on Guerlain Street in the Bronx at 7:47 p.m. when it struck a 30-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The impact occurred at the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered a concussion and injuries to her hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The pedestrian was not at fault, and the focus remains on the vehicle's movement during the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793812, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 46-year-old woman suffered upper leg injuries after a collision at a Bronx intersection. The crash left her in shock with no visible complaints. Police reports provide no details on driver errors or contributing factors, leaving the cause unclear.

According to the police report, a 46-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Rosedale Ave and E 172 St in the Bronx around 8:10 PM. She sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No information about the vehicle type, driver actions, or pedestrian behavior contributing to the crash was provided. The pedestrian was not noted to have any visible complaints at the scene. The absence of identified driver errors or contributing factors in the report limits understanding of the crash dynamics.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793188, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 33-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his vehicle was hit on the right rear quarter panel by an SUV merging on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Castle Hill Avenue in the Bronx at 6 p.m. The collision involved a station wagon or sport utility vehicle traveling west going straight ahead and another unspecified vehicle merging. The impact was on the right rear quarter panel of the merging vehicle and the left front bumper and doors of the SUV. The 33-year-old male driver of the merging vehicle was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the merging vehicle's driver. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling westbound when the crash occurred.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793191, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 78-year-old woman suffered head injuries after an unlicensed male e-scooter driver struck her at an intersection. The pavement was slippery, compounding the crash. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The scooter showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating an e-scooter was traveling eastbound when he struck a 78-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection near 1578 Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of impact. The report notes the pavement was slippery, contributing to the crash. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The e-scooter had no visible damage despite the collision. The driver’s unlicensed status and the pedestrian crossing against the signal are cited, with the slippery pavement also a factor. The report does not assign fault to the pedestrian but highlights driver error and hazardous conditions as central to the incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4791599, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway collided in a rear-end crash. The driver following too closely struck the vehicle ahead. Both drivers suffered injuries, including neck and head trauma, and were left in shock after the impact.

According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on the Bruckner Expressway when the crash occurred at 4:41 AM. The collision involved a rear-end impact where the driver of the following vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance, cited as 'Following Too Closely.' The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The front vehicle carried two occupants, including a 73-year-old male passenger who suffered head injuries. Both occupants were not ejected and experienced shock. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790997, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15