Crash Count for Staten Island CB2
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,768
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,676
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 679
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 19
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 11
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 14, 2025
Carnage in CB 502
Killed 10
+3
Crush Injuries 3
Back 1
Head 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Amputation 2
Lower leg/foot 1
Neck 1
Severe Bleeding 5
Head 3
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Severe Lacerations 5
Lower leg/foot 3
Head 2
Concussion 15
Head 10
+5
Whole body 3
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Back 1
Face 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Neck 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Whiplash 144
Neck 61
+56
Back 37
+32
Head 35
+30
Chest 7
+2
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Whole body 5
Abdomen/pelvis 4
Lower arm/hand 3
Face 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Contusion/Bruise 135
Lower leg/foot 32
+27
Lower arm/hand 17
+12
Back 15
+10
Face 13
+8
Head 13
+8
Shoulder/upper arm 12
+7
Whole body 11
+6
Hip/upper leg 9
+4
Chest 8
+3
Neck 7
+2
Abdomen/pelvis 4
Eye 1
Abrasion 68
Lower leg/foot 20
+15
Lower arm/hand 15
+10
Head 10
+5
Neck 6
+1
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Whole body 5
Face 4
Back 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Pain/Nausea 48
Head 9
+4
Whole body 9
+4
Chest 6
+1
Lower leg/foot 6
+1
Neck 6
+1
Shoulder/upper arm 6
+1
Back 4
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Lower arm/hand 3
Hip/upper leg 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 14, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Staten Island CB2?

Preventable Speeding in CB 502 School Zones

(since 2022)

Caught Speeding Recently in CB 502

Vehicles – Caught Speeding in NYC (12 months)
  1. 2022 White RAM Pickup (LFC3742) – 208 times • 5 in last 90d here
  2. 2023 Blue Chevrolet Pickup (LBJ6697) – 203 times • 8 in last 90d here
  3. 2024 Black Mazda Suburban (LNG7028) – 130 times • 3 in last 90d here
  4. 2019 Gray BMW Sedan (LUK2290) – 130 times • 3 in last 90d here
  5. 2021 Blue RAM Pickup (KNU7823) – 121 times • 7 in last 90d here
Staten Island Bleeds While Leaders Stall

Staten Island Bleeds While Leaders Stall

Staten Island CB2: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 6, 2025

The Numbers Do Not Lie

In the last twelve months, eight people died and over a thousand were hurt on the streets of Staten Island CB2. Ten suffered injuries so severe they may never walk the same. The dead include children, elders, and workers. The living carry scars. Since 2022, there have been 11 deaths and 2,574 injuries in this district alone. The disaster moves slow, but it does not stop.

Recent Crashes: No End in Sight

Just last month, a 13-year-old boy was thrown from his moped and left with a shattered skull after colliding with an MTA bus at Castleton and Park Avenues. The crash happened just before dawn. The boy was left on the pavement, bleeding, while the bus driver and passengers walked away unscathed. Police said, “the moped went through a stop sign without stopping and hit the bus” (amNY). The investigation drags on. No arrests. No answers.

A week earlier, a 16-year-old riding an e-scooter died after colliding with a Hyundai Tucson. The police said only that he suffered head trauma. His name was Nacere Ellis. He will not see seventeen. The NYPD’s Collision Investigation Squad is still reviewing the case (The Brooklyn Paper).

Pedestrians, cyclists, and children pay the price.

Leadership: Votes Against Safety

Local leaders have not met the moment. State Senator Andrew Lanza and Assembly Member Sam Pirozzolo both voted against renewing New York City’s school zone speed camera program—a tool proven to cut speeding and save lives (Streetsblog NYC). When asked about the confusion and carnage on Hylan Boulevard, Borough President Vito Fossella said, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane in order to make a right-hand turn” (amNY). The signs are unclear. The danger is not.

Bills that could force repeat speeders to slow down have stalled. The Stop Super Speeders Act would require the worst offenders to install speed-limiting devices (Open States). Local leaders have not delivered.

The Call: Demand Action Now

Every day of delay is another day of blood on the street. Call your council member. Call your state senator. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand speed cameras at every school. Demand real consequences for repeat offenders. Do not wait for another child to die.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Staten Island CB2 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Staten Island, city council district District 50, assembly district AD 63 and state senate district SD 24.
Which areas are in Staten Island CB2?
It includes the Grasmere-Arrochar-South Beach-Dongan Hills, New Dorp-Midland Beach, Todt Hill-Emerson Hill-Lighthouse Hill-Manor Heights, New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis, and Freshkills Park (North) neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 50 and District 51, Assembly Districts AD 62, AD 63, and AD 64, and State Senate Districts SD 23 and SD 24.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Staten Island CB2?
Cars and Trucks were responsible for the most harm: 4 deaths and 280 injuries from SUVs and sedans, and 5 deaths and 32 injuries from trucks and buses. Motorcycles and Mopeds caused 1 injury. Bikes caused 2 injuries. The vast majority of deaths and injuries come from cars, SUVs, trucks, and buses.
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. The pattern is clear and relentless. Speeding, dangerous turns, and unclear road design kill and injure people again and again. These deaths are preventable with better policy and enforcement.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can vote to lower speed limits, expand speed camera programs, and support bills like the Stop Super Speeders Act. They can demand better street design and clear signage. They can hold repeat dangerous drivers accountable. Every vote and every delay has a cost.
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

Citations

Other Representatives

Sam Pirozzolo
Assembly Member Sam Pirozzolo
District 63
District Office:
2090 Victory Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10314
Legislative Office:
Room 531, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
David Carr
Council Member David Carr
District 50
District Office:
130 Stuyvesant Place, 5th Floor, Staten Island, NY 10301
718-980-1017
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1553, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6965
Twitter: @CMDMCarr
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
Twitter: @senatorlanza
Other Geographies

Staten Island CB2 Staten Island Community Board 2 sits in Staten Island, Precinct 121, District 50, AD 63, SD 24.

It contains Grasmere-Arrochar-South Beach-Dongan Hills, New Dorp-Midland Beach, Todt Hill-Emerson Hill-Lighthouse Hill-Manor Heights, New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis, Freshkills Park (North).

See also
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Staten Island Community Board 2

20
SUV Swerves on Richmond Road, Two Hurt

Jun 20 - SUV veered on Richmond Road. Unsafe lane change. Unsafe speed. Driver and passenger injured. Chest and shoulder hit. Whiplash. Night air thick with sirens. Metal and flesh, shaken.

A crash on Richmond Road at Garretson Avenue in Staten Island left two people injured. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV was involved in unsafe lane changing and unsafe speed. The driver, a 68-year-old man, and a 66-year-old front passenger suffered injuries to the shoulder, upper arm, and chest, with both reporting whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both injured occupants were using lap belts and harnesses at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821947 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
19
Improper Lane Change Injures Motorcyclist on Expressway

Jun 19 - A motorcycle and pick-up truck collided on the Staten Island Expressway. One man was left unconscious, his body fractured. Two children and three adults were also involved. The crash followed improper lane usage. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.

A crash on the Staten Island Expressway involved a motorcycle and a pick-up truck. According to the police report, the collision occurred when one or more drivers engaged in 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The motorcycle driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious with fractures and dislocations. Two children, ages one and two, along with three adults, were also occupants in the vehicles. The pick-up truck was changing lanes before impact, while the motorcycle was going straight. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The injured motorcyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821764 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Cromwell Ave

Jun 18 - Two cars slammed together on Cromwell Ave. One passenger, age 56, suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.

A sedan and an SUV crashed on Cromwell Ave at Plattsburg St in Staten Island. According to the police report, a 56-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and shock. Other occupants, including a 6-year-old boy, were involved but not seriously hurt. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main cause. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes air bags deployed and seat belts used, but only after driver error is cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821535 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
17
S 8344 Pirozzolo votes no, opposing safer school speed zones for children.

Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.

Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.


17
S 8344 Tannousis misses committee vote on school speed zone safety bill.

Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.

Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.


16
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Injures Passengers on Meisner Ave

Jun 16 - SUV veered on Meisner Ave after driver fell asleep. Three passengers, including a baby, suffered injuries. Metal, glass, shock. Streets do not forgive sleep.

A BMW SUV crashed on Meisner Ave at Rockland Ave in Staten Island. Three passengers, including a baby, were injured. According to the police report, the driver fell asleep at the wheel. The crash left one woman with injuries to her entire body and a baby with unknown injuries. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The impact struck the center front end of the vehicle. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821405 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
16
S 7678 Pirozzolo votes no, opposing a bill that would improve school zone safety.

Jun 16 - 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.


16
S 7785 Pirozzolo votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.

Jun 16 - 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.


16
S 7785 Tannousis misses committee vote, absence allows unsafe bus regulation exemption to advance.

Jun 16 - 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.


16
S 7678 Tannousis misses vote on bill that would improve school zone safety.

Jun 16 - 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.


15
SUV and Pickup Collide on Marsh Avenue

Jun 15 - A pickup truck struck an SUV on Marsh Avenue. One driver suffered leg injuries. Slippery pavement played a role. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.

A collision occurred on Marsh Avenue at Platinum Avenue involving a station wagon/SUV and a pickup truck. According to the police report, the pavement was slippery at the time of the crash. The SUV, stopped in traffic, was hit on its left side doors by the pickup, which was making a left turn. One driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The other driver, age 17, was not reported injured. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820985 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
14
SUV Spins on Slippery Richmond Road, Two Hurt

Jun 14 - SUV lost control on slick Richmond Road. Two women and a teenage boy inside. Two injured, one in shock. Pavement slippery. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the air.

An SUV crashed on Richmond Road near Stobe Avenue in Staten Island. Two women, ages 54, and an 18-year-old male passenger were inside. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Pavement Slippery.' The SUV was making a left turn when it lost control. The driver and the rear passenger were injured and in shock. The right side of the SUV was damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors beyond the slippery pavement.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821138 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
13
Driver Falls Asleep, Crashes Sedan on Richmond Rd

Jun 13 - A sedan veered off Richmond Rd. The driver lost consciousness and crashed. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver fell asleep at the wheel.

A sedan crashed on Richmond Rd near Adams Ave in Staten Island. The 71-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and concussion. Another occupant was also hurt. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' and 'lost consciousness' before the crash. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the main contributing factor. No safety equipment was used by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821111 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
13
S 8344 Lanza votes no, opposing safer school speed zones for children.

Jun 13 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.

Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.


13
S 5677 Pirozzolo votes no, opposing a bill that improves school zone safety.

Jun 13 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.

Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.


13
S 6815 Pirozzolo votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.

Jun 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.

Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.


13
S 5677 Tannousis votes no, opposing a bill that improves school zone safety.

Jun 13 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.

Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.


13
S 6815 Tannousis votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.

Jun 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.

Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.


12
City Crushes Illegal Mopeds In Staten Island

Jun 12 - Bulldozers flattened over 200 illegal mopeds. Smoke rose. Officials watched. The city sent a message: no more unregistered, reckless machines on the streets. The crackdown aims to clear danger from crosswalks and sidewalks. The threat to walkers lingers.

amNY reported on June 12, 2025, that New York City officials destroyed more than 200 illegal mopeds in Staten Island. Mayor Eric Adams and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch oversaw the event, where a Sanitation Department bulldozer crushed the vehicles. Adams said, 'New Yorkers have strong feelings about illegal mopeds and scooters, especially when they are driving the wrong way down streets or sidewalks or in the dark without lights.' The city links these vehicles to traffic violations and crimes, including robberies and reckless riding. Since Adams took office, police have removed about 62,000 illegal vehicles, aiming to reduce hazards for pedestrians. NYPD data shows a 57% drop in moped-related crime in 2025. The crackdown highlights the city's push to address systemic dangers posed by unregulated vehicles.


12
S 5677 Lanza votes no, opposing a bill that improves school zone safety.

Jun 12 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.

Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.