Crash Count for Bronx CB9
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 5,682
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 3,220
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 577
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 51
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 24
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 14, 2025
Carnage in CB 209
Killed 24
+9
Crush Injuries 15
Lower leg/foot 7
+2
Back 4
Whole body 3
Head 1
Neck 1
Amputation 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Severe Bleeding 16
Head 9
+4
Face 3
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Neck 1
Severe Lacerations 13
Head 7
+2
Face 4
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Concussion 23
Head 18
+13
Face 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Hip/upper leg 1
Whole body 1
Whiplash 109
Neck 41
+36
Back 26
+21
Head 18
+13
Whole body 10
+5
Chest 8
+3
Lower leg/foot 7
+2
Shoulder/upper arm 3
Eye 1
Face 1
Contusion/Bruise 113
Lower leg/foot 43
+38
Head 17
+12
Shoulder/upper arm 14
+9
Lower arm/hand 12
+7
Hip/upper leg 8
+3
Back 6
+1
Face 6
+1
Whole body 6
+1
Neck 4
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Chest 2
Abrasion 79
Lower leg/foot 37
+32
Lower arm/hand 16
+11
Head 11
+6
Face 4
Whole body 4
Shoulder/upper arm 3
Eye 2
Hip/upper leg 2
Back 1
Pain/Nausea 32
Whole body 7
+2
Back 6
+1
Neck 6
+1
Head 5
Lower leg/foot 4
Chest 1
Face 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 14, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Bronx CB9?

Preventable Speeding in CB 209 School Zones

(since 2022)

Caught Speeding Recently in CB 209

Vehicles – Caught Speeding in NYC (12 months)
  1. 2005 Toyota Hatc (J36VMS) – 87 times • 3 in last 90d here
  2. Vehicle (ER83553) – 52 times • 1 in last 90d here
  3. 2021 Black Toyota Suburban (JJS4906) – 43 times • 1 in last 90d here
  4. 2022 Black Tesla Sedan (THE4735) – 32 times • 1 in last 90d here
  5. 2023 Black Ford Pickup (LBW7368) – 26 times • 1 in last 90d here
Night on the Bronx River Parkway. Two riders down.

Night on the Bronx River Parkway. Two riders down.

Bronx CB9: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 24, 2025

Another driver. Same ending.

Police say a 21-year-old in a Mercedes tried to pass on the Bronx River Parkway and hit a Volkswagen, then two bikes. Two riders were thrown to the road and died. Their names were Manuel Amarantepenalo, 19, and Enrique Martinez, 21. The driver, Mauricio Neyra Yuyes, was charged with vehicular manslaughter and DWI, according to amNY. “Neyra Yuyes was arrested… He faces a list of charges including vehicular manslaughter, driving while intoxicated,” the paper wrote. Gothamist reported he “had a strong odor of alcohol on his breath” in a complaint filing. A sister stood outside court and said, “Two people were killed. He was drunk,” per the Daily News.

The highway closed near Gun Hill. Southbound lanes went dark while police worked, as first reported by Gothamist.

Nights tell the tale

In Bronx CB9, harm piles up after dark. Midnight. One a.m. Four a.m. The hours with the worst death counts are 0:00, 4:00, 14:00, and 23:00, with late night and pre-dawn standing out. From 2022 to now, the board logged 23 deaths and 2,518 injuries. Pedestrians took 423 injuries and eight deaths. Riders on two wheels were hit too: cyclists, mopeds, and motorcycles together saw hundreds hurt and four killed. The city’s own data marks heavy injury totals on Westchester Avenue, White Plains Road, the Cross Bronx, and the Bruckner Expressway.

The causes repeat. “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” “Unsafe Speed.” “Alcohol Involvement.” The city’s rollup shows SUVs and cars doing most of the damage to people on foot. Five pedestrian deaths tied to SUVs in this area; sedans killed too. This is not one crash. It is a pattern in the record, line after line in NYC Open Data.

Three corners. One fix.

Westchester Avenue is a wound. 108 injuries and a death since 2022. White Plains Road is another, with 111 injuries and two deaths. The Cross Bronx and Bruckner stack bodies and broken bones above the neighborhood. These places need simple, proven work: daylighting at corners, hardened lefts, longer walk starts, raised crossings near bus stops. Nighttime trouble demands lights, speed control, and repeated sweeps where the data says to go. Start with the listed hot spots. The map already points the way in the city’s crash files.

Officials know what works — do they?

Albany moved some pieces. School‑zone speed cameras run 24/7 through 2030. Senators and Assembly Members from the Bronx voted yes, according to the session record on S 8344. Another bill aims at repeat speeders. The Stop Super Speeders Act, S 4045 and A 2299, would force drivers with a pattern of points or camera tickets to use speed limiters. Senator Nathalia Fernández backed it in committee votes on June 11 and 12. Assembly Member Karines Reyes co‑sponsors the Assembly version. The paper trail is there.

City Hall holds a stronger lever. Sammy’s Law lets the city set lower limits. A default 20 mph citywide would cut the energy of every crash. It would give walkers a chance. It would give riders a chance. The case is laid out in our Take Action page with contacts and scripts.

A ledger of loss

A 75‑year‑old man, crossing with the signal at White Plains Road and Wood Avenue, was killed by a left‑turning BMW SUV. The record says “Failure to Yield” and “Driver Inattention.” That was February 3, 2025, in the city dataset for crash 4790185.

A 19‑year‑old pedestrian died on the Bruckner Expressway. The file lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” That was October 21, 2024, crash 4765230.

Two men on mopeds died on the Bronx River Parkway. Their names are in the stories above. Their families wait in court hallways. “How could they let him go?” a mother asked, in the Daily News.

The list goes on. The hours tick by. The next phone call will come.

What now

  • Fix the worst corners first: Westchester Avenue and White Plains Road need daylighting, hardened turns, and longer walk phases, guided by crash data.
  • Hit the night shift: target late‑night and pre‑dawn hours the data flags, with lighting and enforcement at repeat hot spots.
  • Stop the super speeders: pass and enforce S 4045/A 2299 to put speed limiters on the worst repeat offenders.
  • Lower the speed: use Sammy’s Law powers. Set 20 mph as the city’s default.

One call matters. One law can slow a car before it breaks a body. Start here: Take Action.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Emérita Torres
Assembly Member Emérita Torres
District 85
District Office:
1163 Manor Ave. Store Front 1, Bronx, NY 10472
Legislative Office:
Room 833, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Amanda Farías
Council Member Amanda Farías
District 18
District Office:
1231 Lafayette Avenue, 2nd Floor, Bronx, NY 10474
718-792-1140
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1771, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7375
Nathalia Fernández
State Senator Nathalia Fernández
District 34
District Office:
3853 E. Tremont Ave., Bronx, NY 10465
Legislative Office:
Room 814, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247
Twitter: @Fernandez4NY
Other Geographies

Bronx CB9 Bronx Community Board 9 sits in Bronx, Precinct 43, District 18, AD 85, SD 34.

It contains Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River, Soundview-Clason Point, Castle Hill-Unionport, Parkchester, Soundview Park, Westchester Square.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 9

25
Sedan Driver Hits Teens on Seward Ave

Jul 25 - A sedan driver hit a standing scooter at Seward and Commonwealth in the Bronx. Two teens suffered head injuries. Police recorded driver inattention and other vehicular factors. Metal met flesh. The block went quiet.

A driver in a sedan, traveling west, hit a standing scooter moving north on Seward Ave at Commonwealth Ave in the Bronx. Impact was to the sedan’s center front and the scooter’s right side. A 15-year-old driver and an 18-year-old passenger on the scooter suffered head injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' were contributing factors. Police recorded driver inattention by the sedan driver. Both parties were going straight ahead before impact. The collision occurred in the 43rd Precinct. Two young riders were hurt. The driver’s actions are on the record.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830697 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
23
SUV Driver Making U‑Turn Hits Sedan; Four Injured

Jul 23 - An SUV driver making a U‑turn struck a southbound sedan at Sheridan Blvd and E 173 St in the Bronx. Four women — both drivers and two passengers — reported neck and shoulder pain and were in shock. Both vehicles had front-end damage.

An SUV driver making a U‑turn collided with a southbound sedan on Sheridan Boulevard at East 173rd Street. Four women were injured: the two drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, both vehicles suffered center front-end damage and all occupants complained of pain or nausea, with injuries to the neck and shoulders. Police listed “Turning Improperly” as the contributing factor. The SUV’s pre-crash action is recorded as making a U-turn; the sedan was recorded as going straight ahead. Both drivers are listed as licensed and none of the occupants were ejected.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829897 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
21
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal

Jul 21 - A sedan struck a 24-year-old man crossing E Tremont Ave with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered back crush injuries. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.

A sedan hit a 24-year-old male pedestrian as he crossed E Tremont Ave at White Plains Rd in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his back. No vehicle damage was reported. The data shows the driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The police report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830586 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
18
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

Jul 18 - Audi sedan hit a man crossing White Plains Road. The pedestrian, 29, suffered a shoulder injury. He crossed with the signal. The car turned left. No driver error listed. The street stayed silent.

A 29-year-old man was injured when an Audi sedan struck him at the intersection of White Plains Road and Wood Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the westbound sedan made a left turn and hit him. The man suffered a shoulder injury and was in shock. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were documented. The vehicle showed no damage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829148 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
15
Distracted Driver Hits Boy and Woman Crossing

Jul 15 - A sedan struck a six-year-old boy and a 40-year-old woman as they crossed Bronx River Ave near E 174 St. Both were injured. The sedan’s left front bumper struck them. Police cited driver inattention.

A sedan hit two pedestrians — a six-year-old boy and a 40-year-old woman — while they crossed Bronx River Ave near E 174 St in the Bronx. Both were injured: the child suffered elbow/arm injuries and the woman suffered a head injury, with bruising reported. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the contributing factor. Police recorded the vehicle was passing before the collision and that the left front bumper struck the pedestrians. The driver was the sole occupant and held a NY permit. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829141 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
15
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute

Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.

According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.


13
Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven

Jul 13 - A car struck two vehicles and a pole on Bartow Ave. Eight people hurt. Stella Nyarko-Dei, 71, died. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the scars. All drivers stayed. Police investigate.

According to NY Daily News (2025-07-13), a 79-year-old driver crashed into two cars and a light pole in the Bronx, killing his 71-year-old passenger, Stella Nyarko-Dei, and injuring seven others. The article states, "The impact sent the Hyundai careening into an unoccupied parked car." All drivers remained at the scene. Police said, "The cause of the crash was not immediately known." No arrests were made. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle collisions and the vulnerability of passengers. Authorities continue to investigate the sequence and cause of the crash.


8
Bronx SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passenger

Jul 8 - A driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan collided on Rosedale Ave at Story Ave in the Bronx. A 25-year-old female rear passenger suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'

Two vehicles collided on Rosedale Avenue at Story Avenue in the Bronx. A driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan were involved. A 25-year-old female rear passenger was injured, with knee and lower-leg trauma and a contusion. According to the police report, the right-front quarter panel of the SUV and the left-front bumper of the sedan took the impact. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The police report records no driver errors. Both vehicles were reported going straight ahead before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826632 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
7
Driver in SUV Hits Sedan; Two Injured

Jul 7 - A driver in an SUV hit a sedan at Morrison Ave in the Bronx. Two vehicle occupants suffered contusions to the upper arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'

A sedan and an SUV collided at 1025 Morrison Ave in the Bronx. Two vehicle occupants were injured. According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female front passenger suffered contusions to the shoulder/upper arm and remained conscious. The sedan sustained left-front bumper damage. The SUV took impact to the right rear quarter panel and right-side doors. Police recorded the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Pre-crash movement for both vehicles was listed as going straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825741 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
5
Multiple Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard

Jul 5 - Three drivers hurt as sedans crash on Bruckner. Metal twists. One man suffers whiplash. Police cite vehicular factors. The street stays dangerous. No pedestrians involved. The Bronx absorbs another blow.

Three sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard at Morrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver, age 27, suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Two other drivers, ages 28 and 40, were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' contributing factors for all drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The vehicles sustained front and rear-end damage. The report lists no helmet or signaling issues. The crash underscores the persistent risks for all road users in the Bronx.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829470 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
4
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Havemeyer Ave

Jul 4 - A pickup truck hit a woman crossing Havemeyer Ave. She suffered severe head cuts. The driver failed to yield. Both were hurt. The street stayed raw and dangerous.

A Ram pickup truck struck a 55-year-old woman as she crossed Havemeyer Ave at Quimby Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to her head. The driver, a 27-year-old man, was also injured. Both injuries were linked to the driver’s failure to yield, as listed in the report. No other contributing factors were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825753 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt

Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.

ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.


1
SUV Rear-Ends Cyclist on Bruckner Blvd

Jul 1 - A Jeep SUV struck a cyclist from behind on Bruckner Blvd. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite following too closely and confusion as causes.

A Jeep SUV rear-ended a cyclist on Bruckner Blvd at Rosedale Ave in the Bronx. The 36-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to his leg. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' contributed to the crash. The SUV carried two occupants, both 72, who were not seriously hurt. The cyclist wore a helmet. The report highlights driver error as a key factor in the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824943 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
30
Int 0857-2024 Farías votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.

Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.

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


30
Int 0857-2024 Farías votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.

Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.

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


29
Rear-End Crash on Cross Bronx Expressway Injures Three

Jun 29 - Sedan slammed into stopped car on Cross Bronx Expressway. Three people hurt, including a toddler. Metal twisted. Whiplash. No clear cause. Police list all factors as unspecified.

A northbound sedan struck another sedan stopped in traffic on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Castle Hill Avenue. Three people were injured: a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 53-year-old woman. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as "Unspecified." The crash caused whiplash and injuries to the entire body for those hurt. The report notes both vehicles were sedans, with the striking car hitting the center back end of the stopped vehicle. No driver errors or external factors are specified in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824964 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
28
Bronx Crash Injures Pedestrians, Driver Flees

Jun 28 - Five hospitalized after Bronx crash. Pedestrians struck. Driver fled. Police made arrest. Metal and bodies met on city streets. System failed to shield the vulnerable.

CBS New York (2025-06-28) reports a Bronx man was arrested after a multivehicle crash sent five people, including pedestrians, to the hospital. The article states, "The suspect allegedly fled the scene after the crash, which injured several pedestrians." The incident highlights the danger of hit-and-runs and the failure to protect those on foot. The crash underscores persistent risks for pedestrians and the urgent need for safer streets.


25
Box Truck Slams Sedan on Cross Bronx Expressway

Jun 25 - Truck struck sedan’s rear. Three injured, two hurt in legs, one in arm. Police cite driver distraction and unsafe speed. Metal, pain, chaos. System failed to protect passengers.

A box truck hit a sedan’s left rear bumper on the Cross Bronx Expressway at East 177 Street. Three people were injured: two men suffered leg injuries, and a woman was hurt in the arm. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' caused the crash. Both vehicles were going straight. The truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824113 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
23
Sedans Collide on Rosedale Ave, Three Hurt

Jun 23 - Two sedans slammed together on Rosedale Ave near Cross Bronx Expressway. Three people suffered crush injuries. Shock and pain filled the night. No cause named. Metal and bodies broke.

Two sedans crashed on Rosedale Ave by the Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 30-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 20-year-old female front passenger. All suffered crush injuries and shock. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823007 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
23
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working at Bronx Intersection

Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at Gleason Avenue. She suffered crush injuries to her leg. The driver and a passenger were unhurt. The street saw pain, not justice.

A sedan making a right turn struck a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at the intersection of 1690 Gleason Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, and a passenger were not injured. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The impact left the pedestrian hurt while the vehicle showed no damage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823005 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18