Crash Count for Staten Island CB1
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 5,616
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,810
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 727
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 30
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 18
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 30, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Staten Island CB1?

Staten Island Bleeds While Lawmakers Look Away

Staten Island Bleeds While Lawmakers Look Away

Staten Island CB1: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 5, 2025

Blood on the Streets: The Latest Toll

Just last month, a 16-year-old riding an e-scooter was killed at Jewett and College Avenue. His name was Nacere Ellis. He died from head trauma after colliding with a Hyundai Tucson. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. No answers. The Brooklyn Paper reported the NYPD is still investigating.

A week later, a 13-year-old boy on a moped collided with an MTA bus on Castleton Avenue. It was 1 a.m. He left the street in critical condition, a head injury sending him to Richmond University Medical Center. The bus driver and passengers walked away. ABC7 wrote nothing about what led up to the crash. Only the boy’s fate made the news.

Since 2022, 18 people have died in crashes here. 30 more suffered serious injuries. Children, elders, workers. The numbers keep rising. The pain does not fade.

Who Pays the Price?

The dead and injured are not numbers. They are neighbors. In the last 12 months alone, 5 people died and 13 were seriously hurt. Children under 18 made up about one in eight of the injured. Cars and SUVs did most of the damage—5 deaths and 3 serious injuries—but trucks, buses, motorcycles, and bikes all left their mark. NYC Open Data

Leadership: Action or Excuse?

The silence from local leaders is loud. Senator Andrew Lanza voted no on a bill to curb repeat speeders, a measure that could have forced the most dangerous drivers to slow down. He voted no even as the bodies piled up. Assembly Member Charles Fall voted yes to extend school speed zones, a small step for child safety. He did his part. Others, like Sam Pirozzolo, dismissed speed cameras as a burden, not a lifesaver. He voted no.

When the NYPD cracked down on cyclists, they handed out nearly 6,000 criminal summonses for minor violations. “This is a war on people just for riding a bike,” said Charlie Baker with Transportation Alternatives. The law hits the vulnerable hardest. The drivers keep driving.

The Next Step Is Yours

Every day of delay means another family shattered. Call your council member. Call your senator. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real penalties for repeat speeders. Demand streets that put people first. The dead cannot speak. The living must not stay silent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Staten Island CB1 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Staten Island, city council district District 49, assembly district AD 61 and state senate district SD 24.
Which areas are in Staten Island CB1?
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Staten Island CB1?
Most injuries and deaths came from Cars and SUVs (5 deaths, 3 serious injuries), with Trucks, Buses, Motorcycles, Mopeds, and Bikes causing fewer but still serious harm. The toll is highest from larger vehicles. NYC Open Data
Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
These crashes are not random. Policies like lower speed limits, speed cameras, and better street design can prevent deaths and injuries. Delay costs lives.
What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
They can vote for lower speed limits, support speed cameras, and pass laws that target repeat dangerous drivers. They can also push for street redesigns that protect people outside cars.
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.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Charles Fall
Assembly Member Charles Fall
District 61
District Office:
250 Broadway 22nd Floor Suite 2203, New York, NY 10007
Legislative Office:
Room 729, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Kamillah Hanks
Council Member Kamillah Hanks
District 49
District Office:
130 Stuyvesant Place, 6th Floor, Staten Island, NY 10301
718-556-7370
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1813, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6972
Andrew Lanza
State Senator Andrew Lanza
District 24
District Office:
3845 Richmond Ave. Suite 2A, Staten Island, NY 10312
Legislative Office:
Room 413, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Staten Island CB1 Staten Island Community Board 1 sits in Staten Island, Precinct 120, District 49, AD 61, SD 24.

It contains St. George-New Brighton, Tompkinsville-Stapleton-Clifton-Fox Hills, Rosebank-Shore Acres-Park Hill, West New Brighton-Silver Lake-Grymes Hill, Westerleigh-Castleton Corners, Port Richmond, Mariner'S Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville, Snug Harbor.

See also
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Staten Island Community Board 1

Pedestrian Severely Injured on Staten Island Road

A 26-year-old man suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after being struck while crossing at an intersection on Staten Island. The vehicle was traveling north, going straight, with unspecified driver errors contributing to the crash.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Windsor Road, Staten Island, at 12:58 PM. The pedestrian was located in the roadway and suffered injuries to his entire body, resulting in shock. The vehicle involved was traveling north, going straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified and does not specify any driver errors or vehicle details. However, the lack of detailed contributing factors suggests driver error cannot be ruled out. The pedestrian was not reported to have any visible complaints or safety equipment, and no blame is assigned to him. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even at intersections when vehicles fail to yield or exercise caution.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768062 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
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Fatigue and Disability Fuel Head-On Crash

Two sedans slammed head-on on Clove Road. Both drivers injured—back, chest, whiplash, internal pain. Police cite fatigue and physical disability. Metal twisted. No one ejected. System failed them.

According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 17:15 on Clove Road, Staten Island. Both drivers, a 60-year-old man and a 49-year-old woman, suffered injuries—chest trauma, back pain, whiplash, and internal complaints. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' and 'Physical Disability' as contributing factors. Both vehicles struck left front bumpers, confirming a direct frontal impact. No passengers were present. Neither driver was ejected; both remained conscious. The police report does not mention any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing on driver fatigue and disability as the causes behind the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767258 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Box Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway Staten Island

Box truck hit sedan on Broadway. Driver bruised arm. Impact crushed sedan’s front, tore truck’s side. Obstructed view listed as cause. Streets scarred, danger clear.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling north on Broadway in Staten Island collided with a sedan moving east at 4:45 p.m. The sedan’s front end was crushed, and the box truck’s right side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both vehicles, showing impaired visibility played a role. No other driver errors or victim actions were listed. The crash left both vehicles damaged and one person hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767462 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Two Sedans Collide on Post Avenue at Night

Two sedans crashed on Post Avenue near Jewett Avenue at 11:41 p.m. One driver, a 21-year-old male, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained left-side damage in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:41 on Post Avenue near Jewett Avenue involving two sedans. One vehicle was making a right turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the left side doors of both vehicles. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the collision. A 21-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and bruising. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash resulted in damage to the left side doors of both sedans. The data highlights driver error in speed management as a key cause of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766988 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Two Sedans Collide on Castleton Ave Injuring Driver

Two sedans collided on Castleton Avenue, injuring a 19-year-old male driver. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. The injured driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:35 on Castleton Avenue involving two sedans traveling west and east. The 19-year-old male driver of the westbound Toyota sedan was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles were initially parked before the crash, and impact points were the center front ends of both vehicles. The injured driver held a permit license from New York. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's failure to yield as the primary cause.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768873 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
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Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Intersection

A 74-year-old man driving a sedan made a left turn on Elm Street in Staten Island and struck a 4-year-old boy crossing without a signal. Both suffered facial contusions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the collision.

According to the police report, at 11:21 AM on Elm Street near Henderson Avenue, a 74-year-old male driver operating a 1997 Toyota sedan was making a left turn when he struck a 4-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection without a signal or crosswalk. Both the driver and the child sustained facial contusions and were conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, pedestrian error or confusion was noted but only after the driver’s failure to yield. The driver was licensed in New York and traveling southeast. Vehicle damage was not reported, but the impact occurred at the sedan's left front bumper. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield at intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766350 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Charles Fall Supports Safety Boosting Universal Daylighting Mandate

Alex Morano calls out City Hall for failing to daylight intersections. He cites a child’s death and demands state action. The mayor’s promises fall short. Exemptions leave pedestrians exposed. Morano urges lawmakers to enforce daylighting everywhere. Lives hang in the balance.

On October 25, 2024, Alex Morano published an opinion piece demanding an end to New York City’s exemption from state daylighting law. The article, titled 'It’s Past Time to Daylight Every Corner in New York City,' criticizes Mayor Adams’s pledge to daylight 1,000 intersections per year as inadequate and misleading. Morano references the death of Kamari Hughes as a tragic example of the city’s failure. He writes, 'New York City should no longer be an exception when it comes to intersection safety.' Morano urges state lawmakers to enforce daylighting standards citywide, arguing that the current exemption leaves pedestrians at risk. He calls for universal daylighting, citing benefits like stormwater mitigation and safer community spaces. The piece is a direct challenge to City Hall’s slow pace and lack of legal accountability.


Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Driver on Richmond Terrace

Two sedans collided head-to-rear on Richmond Terrace. The struck driver, a 42-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and shock. Both cars showed center-end damage. Unspecified driver error led to the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Richmond Terrace collided in a rear-end crash. The first sedan was struck from behind, injuring its 42-year-old female driver. She suffered a head injury and shock but was not ejected. She wore a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles had center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No fault is assigned to the injured driver. The crash highlights systemic danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance or attention.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765927 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Charles Fall Warns Against Harmful MTA Fare Hikes Cuts

State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli says the MTA cannot borrow its way out. More debt means higher fares or slashed service. Riders face the threat. Congestion pricing was key. Now, the gap grows. The system’s future hangs on real funding, not empty promises.

On October 23, 2024, State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli released a report warning the MTA against borrowing to fill massive holes in its 2020-2024 and 2025-2029 capital plans. The report, not tied to a council bill but crucial for transit policy, states: 'The MTA can't take on any more debt to fill the hole...without dramatically jacking up fares or cutting service.' DiNapoli’s analysis shows that borrowing $15 billion now, plus $13 billion more for the next plan, would force a 16 percent fare hike by 2037. He notes the MTA’s finances are already strained by weak real estate taxes and slow ridership recovery. DiNapoli opposes fare hikes and service cuts, backing congestion pricing and state support instead. He stresses that without new, reliable revenue, vulnerable riders will pay the price. The warning is clear: more debt means danger for those who depend on transit.


Distracted Driver Hits Bicyclist on Staten Island

A distracted driver making a right turn struck a 21-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist suffered a severe shoulder fracture and dislocation. The crash left the bike demolished and the rider injured but conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Staten Island's Castleton Avenue at 7:41 p.m. A vehicle traveling north was making a right turn when it struck a bicyclist going straight west. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old male, was not wearing any safety equipment and sustained a severe injury described as a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm/shoulder. The bike was demolished on impact, and the rider remained conscious but injured. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end, with the point of impact at the right front bumper. The driver’s distraction directly led to the collision, underscoring systemic dangers posed by inattentive driving.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765450 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Slams Parked SUV on Slosson Avenue

A sedan hit a parked SUV on Slosson Avenue. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Both vehicles took front-end damage. Police cite driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.

According to the police report, a northbound sedan struck a parked southbound SUV on Slosson Avenue in Staten Island at 1:30 PM. The sedan driver, a 27-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends. The police report lists unspecified driver errors as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, and no victim fault is indicated. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected. This crash underscores the risk posed by driver mistakes, even when one vehicle is stationary.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765457 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Forest Avenue

A 65-year-old man suffered a fractured shoulder after a sedan struck him while crossing Forest Avenue outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling east, hit the pedestrian with the vehicle's center front end, causing serious upper arm injuries.

According to the police report, a 65-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Forest Avenue outside a crosswalk when a 2019 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm injuries, classified as severe. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged. The driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the pedestrian's crossing outside a signal or crosswalk is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the serious injuries caused by vehicle impacts even without explicit driver fault noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765744 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Bicyclist Ejected Striking Parked Sedan on Fingerboard

A 25-year-old man on a bike hit a parked sedan on Fingerboard Road. He flew from his bike. Chest and internal injuries. He stayed conscious. The sedan was empty. Metal and flesh met hard on Staten Island.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on Fingerboard Road in Staten Island struck the left side doors of a parked 2007 BMW sedan at 10:15. The sedan was unoccupied and stationary. The impact ejected the bicyclist, causing chest injuries and internal complaints. He remained conscious at the scene. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist. No driver errors or violations are cited for the sedan, which was parked. The crash underscores the severe harm that can result when a bicyclist collides with a parked vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764496 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Distracted Driver Injures Male Sedan Driver

A 31-year-old man driving a 2017 Hyundai sedan on Staten Island suffered chest injuries in a crash caused by driver inattention. The vehicle struck an unspecified object or vehicle, damaging the sedan’s front end. The driver remained conscious but bruised.

According to the police report, at 5:50 AM on Staten Island near 141 Maine Avenue, a 31-year-old male driver operating a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling north was involved in a crash. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end sustained damage, indicating a frontal collision. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious but suffered a chest contusion and bruising. The report does not specify other vehicles or objects involved but notes the presence of an unspecified vehicle or object. The driver held a valid New York license and was slowing or stopping before impact. No victim behaviors or pedestrian involvement were reported as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764495 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing

A 22-year-old woman was struck in the face by an SUV turning right on Vanderbilt Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a contusion and injury at the intersection.

According to the police report, at 17:48 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Staten Island, a 22-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2020 Nissan SUV made a right turn and struck her with the right front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The report explicitly cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver was licensed and traveling west with two occupants in the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper. The collision underscores the danger posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764146 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Turning Improperly Strikes Pedestrian

A pedestrian crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making an improper right turn on Staten Island. The 18-year-old male suffered contusions and upper leg injuries. The driver’s failure to execute a proper turn caused the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:00 PM on Fingerboard Road near Narrows Road North in Staten Island. An 18-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2014 Infiniti sedan, traveling east and making a right turn, struck him with the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error in executing the turn. No damage was reported to the vehicle, and the pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond crossing with the signal.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765678 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Two Sedans Collide on Hylan Boulevard

Two sedans traveling southwest collided on Hylan Boulevard. The impact struck the front of one vehicle and the rear of the other. A 72-year-old rear passenger suffered neck injuries and contusions, enduring shock but was not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southwest on Hylan Boulevard when they collided. The first vehicle, a 2012 Dodge sedan, was impacted at its center front end, while the second vehicle, a 2010 Toyota sedan, sustained damage to its left rear bumper. The crash occurred at 12:20. A 72-year-old male occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of one vehicle was injured, suffering neck contusions and shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead prior to the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors or driver errors, but the damage pattern suggests a rear-end collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763798 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Driver Distracted Crashes on Jewett Avenue

A sedan traveling south on Jewett Avenue crashed due to outside car distraction. The 41-year-old female driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end vehicle damage.

According to the police report, a 41-year-old female driver was operating a 2021 sedan southbound on Jewett Avenue at 9:00 AM when the crash occurred. The report identifies 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error. The driver was injured with a back contusion but was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a frontal collision. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved. The driver's distraction was the sole cited cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the victim or other road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763796 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Charles Fall Opposes Misguided EV Subsidies and Car Dependence

Electric cars are not the clean break promised. A new NBER study finds EVs only 10 percent less harmful than gas vehicles. Heavier batteries mean deadlier crashes. Smokestack pollution from charging outweighs tailpipe gains. The toll on life and air remains high.

On October 15, 2024, researchers from Duke, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and the University of Chicago published a working paper through the National Bureau of Economic Research. The report, titled 'The Effects of 'Buy American': Electric Vehicles and the Inflation Reduction Act,' analyzes the full societal costs of electric vehicles (EVs) versus gasoline vehicles (GVs). The study finds, 'U.S. electric vehicles are only slightly less harmful to the environment and society than conventional gasoline cars.' The analysis aggregates climate damage, crash deaths, and pollution. It reveals that EVs’ heavier weight leads to more fatal crashes, and their battery production is energy-intensive. Charging EVs on carbon-heavy grids causes six times more harmful pollution than gas tailpipes. The authors conclude that, factoring in all harms, EVs are only 10 percent less damaging than GVs. The report urges policymakers to reconsider subsidies and warns that the real-world toll of cars—electric or not—remains immense.


Charles Fall Opposes Current MUTCD Supports Urban Safety Reforms

The 11th Edition of the MUTCD brings overdue changes. It allows more crosswalks, green bike lanes, and transit lanes. But it still puts cars first. Pedestrians and cyclists remain at risk. The rules demand human perfection, not safer streets. The danger continues.

On December 2023, the Federal Highway Administration released the 11th Edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), the first update since 2009. This federal document, over 1,000 pages, sets the standards for road markings, signals, and signs nationwide. The update, described as 'important steps toward a safer, more people-focused transportation system,' modernizes speed zone setting and allows more crosswalks, green bike lanes, and red transit lanes. But it still falls short. The MUTCD expects pedestrians and cyclists to act 'alertly and attentively,' ignoring human error and the diversity of street users. It keeps high barriers for pedestrian signals and prioritizes car movement over safety. The new section on autonomous vehicles raises concerns about streets being built for machines, not people. No council members are named; this is a federal action. Advocates and cities submitted over 25,000 comments demanding stronger reforms. The next update is due by December 2027.