Crash Count for Bronx CB26
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 575
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 450
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 95
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 6
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 3
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 30, 2025
Carnage in CB 226
Detailed breakdowns aren’t yet available for this year slice; totals below reflect the selected window.
Killed 3
Crush Injuries 3
Head 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Whole body 1
Severe Bleeding 1
Head 1
Severe Lacerations 2
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Concussion 4
Neck 2
Head 1
Whole body 1
Whiplash 20
Neck 8
+3
Back 4
Head 4
Whole body 2
Lower leg/foot 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Contusion/Bruise 15
Head 4
Lower leg/foot 4
Back 3
Hip/upper leg 2
Chest 1
Face 1
Neck 1
Whole body 1
Abrasion 5
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Back 1
Eye 1
Head 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Pain/Nausea 9
Back 3
Neck 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Head 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 30, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in CB 226?

Preventable Speeding in CB 226 School Zones

(since 2022)

Bronx CB26: Evening roads, broken bodies, and a choice

Bronx CB26: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 17, 2025

Just after Aug 3, 2025, at W 242nd and Broadway, a driver hit a 76-year-old man who was walking. Police logged a hip and leg injury and sent him to care (NYC Open Data).

Since 2022, on these CB26 streets, 1 person has been killed and 337 injured in 428 crashes, with 5 serious injuries recorded (NYC Open Data). The toll keeps coming.

This Week

  • Aug 23: on the Major Deegan, an SUV driver hit a parked ambulance; a 9-year-old girl was listed unconscious with head trauma (NYC Open Data).
  • Aug 7: on the Major Deegan, a driver changing lanes hit a pickup; the other driver suffered whiplash (NYC Open Data).
  • Jul 19: on the Major Deegan, a driver in a sedan hit a person on an e‑bike; the rider was hurt (NYC Open Data).

Where it hurts

The Major Deegan is the hot spot. It leads this area in injuries and includes the one recorded death (NYC Open Data). Henry Hudson Parkway follows. Broadway at West 242nd shows repeated harm.

The pattern swells at night. Injuries climb in the evening and late hours, with a peak around 6–7 PM and another near 11 PM; the single death hit the 7 PM hour (NYC Open Data). Speed shows up in crash records here, and distraction is noted too (NYC Open Data).

Simple fixes at deadly corners

Cut conflict at the curb: daylight corners and harden turns on Broadway and along the Deegan access roads. Give people on foot a head start with leading pedestrian intervals. Slow the entries and exits with raised crosswalks and tighter radii. Target evening enforcement where the harm piles up.

The record, in their own words

Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz has pushed camera enforcement. “People shouldn’t run red lights… when they do that they endanger other people’s lives, and people have died,” he said as Albany moved to expand cameras citywide (Gothamist).

Council Member Eric Dinowitz co‑sponsored a bill to let ambulettes drive and double‑park in bus lanes to pick up passengers (Int 1339‑2025) (NYC Council Legistar). More vehicles standing in bus lanes means more crossings through live traffic at the curb. On the Harlem River Greenway plan, the Dinowitzes opposed removing parking for a protected bike lane on Bailey Avenue; “We support bike lanes,” Assembly Member Dinowitz said (Streetsblog NYC).

State Senator Gustavo Rivera co‑sponsored and voted yes in committee for S4045 to require speed‑limiters for repeat violators (Open States). That bill targets drivers who rack up eleven or more DMV points in 24 months, or six camera tickets in a year (Open States).

What must change now

  • Lower speeds on every block: New York has the power to set safer limits. Use it. See our steps to press City Hall and DOT here.
  • Stop repeat speeders: the Senate bill S4045 is moving; the Assembly must match it. Residents can push for passage and enforcement that keeps limiters on the worst offenders (Open States).

One man hit at Broadway and West 242nd. One death logged in this district. The evening hours keep filling with sirens. It does not have to.

Take one step today. Add your voice to slow the streets and rein in repeat speeders: Take action.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.
What area and time period does this cover?
This report covers Bronx Community Board 26 from Jan 1, 2022 through Sept 17, 2025, based on NYC Open Data crash records.
How bad is it here?
Since 2022, crashes recorded in Bronx CB26 include 1 death, 5 serious injuries, and 337 total injuries across 428 crashes. Hot spots include the Major Deegan Expressway and Henry Hudson Parkway, with repeated harm on Broadway at West 242nd Street (NYC Open Data).
When are crashes most common?
Injuries climb in the evening and late hours. The 7 PM hour includes the area’s single recorded death, with high injury counts also around 6 PM and 11 PM (NYC Open Data).
How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC’s Open Data crash tables (Crashes h9gi-nx95, Persons f55k-p6yu, Vehicles bm4k-52h4). We filtered for records geocoded to Bronx Community Board 26 between 2022-01-01 and 2025-09-17, then tallied deaths, injuries, serious injuries, and total crashes. Data was last ingested Sept 16, 2025. You can start from the Crashes dataset here and apply the same filters.

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Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz

District 81

Council Member Eric Dinowitz

District 11

State Senator Gustavo Rivera

District 33

Other Geographies

Bronx CB26 Bronx Community Board 26 sits in Bronx, Precinct 50, District 11, AD 81, SD 33.

It contains Van Cortlandt Park.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 26

10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets

Mar 10 - After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.

On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.


10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets

Mar 10 - After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.

On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.


25
Teen Cyclist Killed In Bronx Collision

Feb 25 - 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.


13
Int 1160-2025 Dinowitz votes yes on pavement markings bill, boosting street safety citywide.

Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.

Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.


3
Sedan Rear-Ends Pick-Up Truck on Major Deegan

Feb 3 - A northbound sedan collided with the rear of a merging pick-up truck on the Major Deegan Expressway. The pick-up truck driver suffered back injuries and abrasions but was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed and traveling northbound at the time.

According to the police report, at 5:24 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, a northbound sedan struck the center back end of a northbound pick-up truck that was merging. The impact occurred at the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the pick-up truck. The pick-up truck driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with back abrasions and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or other driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate the sedan struck the rear of the merging truck, suggesting a possible failure to adjust speed or distance. No victim behaviors or pedestrian involvement were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790119 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
2
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal

Feb 2 - A sedan traveling south on Mosholu Ave struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian crossing against the signal. The impact caused severe lower leg injuries and shock. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision at the intersection near Broadway.

According to the police report, at 17:54 on Mosholu Ave near Broadway in the Bronx, a 2014 Hyundai sedan traveling straight south struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which the report lists as a contributing factor under 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The report also notes 'View Obstructed/Limited,' indicating the driver’s visibility was impaired. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The sedan’s point of impact was the center front end, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers posed by limited driver visibility combined with pedestrian crossing errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790620 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
17
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass

Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.

NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.


13
S 1675 Rivera co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.

Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.

Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.


8
A 1077 Dinowitz co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.

Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.

Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.


8
Int 1160-2025 Dinowitz co-sponsors bill to speed up pavement markings, boosting street safety.

Jan 8 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly crossings for walkers and riders.

Int 1160-2025, now enacted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, forces the Department of Transportation to install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. The bill, sponsored by Farah N. Louis (primary) and co-sponsored by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, Ariola, and others, passed on March 15, 2025. The law demands annual reporting on compliance and reasons for any delay. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Quick, visible lines cut confusion and protect people crossing or riding. The law took effect immediately.


4
Sedan Collision on Broadway from Improper Turn

Jan 4 - Two sedans collided on Broadway in the Bronx. One driver made an improper left turn at unsafe speed, striking the other vehicle. The turning driver suffered chest injuries and concussion, left in shock. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near Henry Hudson Parkway in the Bronx at 7:25 p.m. Two sedans traveling east and west collided when the eastbound driver was making a left turn improperly at unsafe speed. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other sedan. The turning driver, a 45-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained chest injuries and a concussion, and was reported in shock. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were damaged at the front and left side. The licensed drivers were male and operating their vehicles legally otherwise. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4784099 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03