Two riders dead on the Bronx River Parkway. The pattern didn’t start there.

Apr 7 - A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.

A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716626 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 7 - Council wants every e-bike and scooter tagged and tracked. Plates on wheels. Riders face new rules. Lawmakers say it’s about order. The bill sits in committee. Streets wait.

Int 0606-2024 was introduced on March 7, 2024, in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring that every bicycle with electric assist, electric scooter and other legal motorized vehicle be licensed and registered," would force all e-bikes, e-scooters, and similar vehicles not covered by DMV rules to register with DOT and display visible plates. Council Member Inna Vernikov is the primary sponsor, joined by 26 co-sponsors including Holden, Farías, Riley, and others. The bill was laid over in committee and has not advanced. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.

• File Int 0606-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-07

Feb 28 - Council bill pushes DOT to let schools, centers, and institutions use streets outside their doors. More people, less traffic. Streets shift from cars to community. Still in committee.

Int 0450-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since February 28, 2024. The bill orders DOT to create a program letting community centers, schools, arts, and religious institutions use adjacent outdoor spaces. The matter title reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to establish a program to allow community centers, schools, arts and cultural institutions and religious institutions to use adjacent outdoor spaces.' Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Stevens, Restler, Won, and others. The bill has not yet passed. If enacted, it could reclaim space from cars, giving it to people. No formal safety analysis yet, but the measure could mean safer, more vibrant streets for all.

• File Int 0450-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 28 - Council moves to form a board on school crossing guard deployment. NYPD, DOT, and DOE must report twice a year. The aim: more eyes on street danger where kids cross.

Bill Int 0448-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety after introduction on February 28, 2024. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to an advisory board on crossing guard deployment," calls for NYPD, DOT, and DOE to join an advisory board. The board must send biannual reports on crossing guard needs to the Mayor, Council Speaker, and Police Commissioner. Council Member Kamillah Hanks leads as primary sponsor, joined by Stevens, Schulman, Salaam, and others. The Bronx Borough President requested the bill. The board’s reports could spotlight gaps and push for better protection at dangerous crossings.

• File Int 0448-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 25 - Before dawn on the New England Thruway, a box truck slammed into a stopped SUV. Steel shrieked. Glass exploded. In the back seat, a 61-year-old man absorbed the impact. He died there, broken by the force, never stepping into the morning.

At 5:15 a.m. on the northbound New England Thruway, a box truck collided with a stopped SUV, crushing it with devastating force. According to the police report, the SUV was 'Stopped in Traffic' when the box truck, traveling straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper. The impact tore metal and shattered glass. A 61-year-old male occupant in the back seat suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene. The report lists 'Obstruction/Debris' and multiple 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes, highlighting driver errors related to vehicle control and situational awareness. No victim behavior was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver failures amid obstructions on high-speed roadways, where a single moment of inattention or obstruction can end a life instantly.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705486 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 9 - A 2023 Honda crashed into a stopped sedan on Sackett Avenue near Eastchester Road. The driver of the struck car suffered crushing spinal injuries. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal, speed, and inattention closed the gap with brutal force.

According to the police report, a 2023 Honda sedan traveling south on Sackett Avenue near Eastchester Road crashed into the rear of a stopped 2014 Honda sedan at 6:42 a.m. The driver of the stationary vehicle, a 29-year-old woman, was left semiconscious with severe crush injuries to her back, described as 'crushed at the spine, semiconscious, held only by a lap belt.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The narrative states, 'Distraction and speed closed the gap too late.' The driver of the moving vehicle failed to maintain attention and adequate distance, leading to a violent rear-end collision. No contributing factors are attributed to the injured driver. The crash underscores the persistent danger posed by driver distraction and tailgating on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4701317 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 8 - Council moves to force brighter sidewalks. Bill orders 500 corridors lit each year. Shadows shrink. Pedestrians gain ground. Committee holds the bill. Streets wait.

Int 0079-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 8, 2024. The bill demands the city install pedestrian lighting in at least 500 commercial corridors per year, aiming for a minimum of 1 footcandle (11 lux) on every sidewalk. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installation of pedestrian lighting fixtures.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers leads as primary sponsor, joined by Restler, Krishnan, Bottcher, and others. The committee has not yet voted. The bill’s text sets clear targets for coverage and contiguity, but action is stalled. Vulnerable road users remain in the dark until the city acts.

• File Int 0079-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-08

Feb 4 - A 22-year-old on a Suzuki slammed into a pickup’s rear on East Tremont. A tire failed. He flew off, legs torn, bleeding out on Bronx asphalt. No gear, only pain. The road gave no mercy, just blood and steel.

A violent collision unfolded on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx when a 22-year-old motorcyclist struck the rear of a Ford pickup truck, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 2:00 PM, with both vehicles traveling southeast. The police report cites 'Tire Failure/Inadequate' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist, operating a 2004 Suzuki, was partially ejected from his bike and suffered severe lacerations to his legs. The narrative states, 'A tire gave out. He flew partway off. Legs torn. Awake. Bleeding.' The report further notes the rider wore no protective gear. Driver actions—specifically following too closely—are listed as primary causes. The pickup truck sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the motorcycle’s front end was crushed. The crash left the young rider conscious but gravely injured, underscoring the lethal consequences of driver error and mechanical failure.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700216 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 17 - Metal screamed on East Tremont. A parked Toyota, crushed at the right front. The woman inside, belted, conscious, her back broken. Three vehicles, one lane gone wrong. Pain lingered where a driver’s error shattered stillness.

A violent collision on East Tremont Avenue near 1901 left a 41-year-old woman with a broken back, according to the police report. She was seated in her parked Toyota, belted in, when a crash involving three vehicles erupted. The report states, 'A parked Toyota crushed at the right front. The woman inside, 41, conscious, strapped in a lap belt. Her back broken.' The police cite 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating a driver’s failure to maintain proper lane discipline led to the crash. The woman, an occupant of the parked vehicle, suffered severe crush injuries. The report makes no mention of any victim actions contributing to the collision. The focus remains on the improper lane use that shattered a moment of stillness and left lasting injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4696027 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 12 - A speeding SUV tore through parked cars on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Metal twisted, glass shattered. The 35-year-old driver, seatbelted, suffered a crushed arm and shock. The crash left multiple vehicles damaged and the driver bleeding.

According to the police report, at 18:22 near 3883 East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle traveling at unsafe speed collided with multiple parked vehicles. The report states, 'an SUV, speeding, tore through parked cars. Steel screamed.' The sole occupant, a 35-year-old man, was belted behind the wheel and sustained crush injuries to his arm, with blood soaking his coat. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver recklessness caused the crash. Several parked cars, including sedans, SUVs, and a pick-up truck, were struck and damaged. The driver was not ejected but experienced shock. No victim behavior was cited as contributing to the incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4696789 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 10 - A Toyota slammed into a stopped Fiat on Boston Road near Waring Avenue. Metal crushed flesh. A man’s arm broke. A woman’s back gave way. Both bled, both belted, pain and silence filling the street as help lagged behind.

According to the police report, a Toyota sedan crashed into the rear of a stopped Fiat on Boston Road near Waring Avenue at 8:38 a.m. The report states, 'A Toyota slammed into a stopped Fiat. The man’s arm broke beneath the crush. The woman’s back gave way.' Both occupants of the Fiat, a man and a woman, suffered serious crush injuries—one to the arm, the other to the back. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor in the crash, highlighting the Toyota driver's failure to maintain a safe distance from the stopped vehicle. Both injured persons were wearing lap belts at the time of the collision, as noted in the report. The impact and resulting injuries underscore the dangers posed by driver inattention and tailgating in city traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694592 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 9 - A 68-year-old man lost consciousness behind the wheel on Schley Avenue. His sedan slammed into three parked cars. The hood crumpled. No screech, no warning, only silence and a single life ended in the Bronx morning.

According to the police report, a 68-year-old male driver lost consciousness while traveling southwest on Schley Avenue in the Bronx. His sedan veered off course and struck three parked sedans. The report states, 'His sedan veered into three parked cars. The front end folded. He died at the scene. No skid marks. No sound. Just stillness and a crumpled hood.' The contributing factor listed is 'Lost Consciousness,' with 'Illness' also noted. The crash resulted in the death of the driver, who was the sole occupant of the moving vehicle. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vehicle occupants were injured. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the dangers that arise when a driver loses control, even momentarily, in a densely parked urban environment.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4702402 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 5 - Council hears from Bronx riders. Four new Metro-North stations promise faster, safer commutes. Councilmembers Marmorato and Farias back the plan. The public weighs in. The city moves closer to breaking car dependence in transit deserts.

On January 5, 2024, the City Council held a public input session on the plan to open four new Metro-North stations in East Bronx. The proposal, nearing the Uniform Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP) certification, aims to serve Co-op City, Morris Park, Parkchester/Van Nest, and Hunts Point. The session, supported by Councilmember Kristy Marmorato (District 13) and Councilmember Amanda Farias, highlighted the need for faster, more reliable transit. Marmorato said, 'the Metro-North will provide an alternative for drivers dealing with congestion pricing, and for those who might be reluctant to take the subway.' Farias called it part of a 'better transit future.' The Department of City Planning updated residents, reflecting ongoing community feedback. The plan has bipartisan support and promises to reshape transit for neighborhoods long underserved by safe, fast options.

• Public input session for new East Bronx Metro-North stations slated for next week, gothamist.com, Published 2024-01-05

Dec 31 - A BMW turned wrong into a Toyota on East Gun Hill Road. Steel tore steel. In the back seat, a 13-year-old boy’s hip shattered. The lap belt held him. He stayed awake. He screamed. Aggressive driving fueled the crash.

A crash on East Gun Hill Road near Allerton Avenue left a 13-year-old boy with a shattered hip. According to the police report, a BMW sedan turned improperly into a Toyota SUV. The impact tore through both vehicles. The boy, riding in the right rear seat, suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg. He remained conscious and was held in place by a lap belt. The police report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The boy was a passenger and played no role in the crash. The collision highlights the danger of driver error and aggressive maneuvers on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691556 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Nov 15 - A sedan, driver high, crashed into an SUV on Hutchinson River Parkway. Metal twisted. The SUV driver, unbelted, broke his back. Night swallowed the pain. Drugs and disregard for traffic rules fueled the crash. The road stayed cold.

A sedan struck the rear of an SUV on Hutchinson River Parkway, northbound. The SUV driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered serious back injuries. According to the police report, 'A high man in a sedan slammed into the back of an SUV. The SUV driver, unbelted, took the hit in his spine.' The report lists 'Drugs (illegal)' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was under the influence of illegal drugs and failed to follow traffic controls. The SUV driver was not wearing a seatbelt, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the primary driver errors. The crash left metal bent and a man broken on a dark city road.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4679779 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Nov 11 - A speeding SUV chased by police smashed into a moped from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The unhelmeted rider, 46, flew through the night. His head split open. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The SUV then crashed into a Tesla ahead.

A police pursuit ended in violence on Bruckner Boulevard near Balcom Avenue. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling at unsafe speed struck a moped from behind. The 46-year-old moped rider was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The SUV then hit a Tesla sedan stopped in traffic. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The moped rider was not wearing a helmet, noted after the primary driver errors. No blame is assigned to the injured rider. The crash highlights the danger unleashed when drivers flee police and speed through city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683094 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Nov 2 - A moped slams into a turning SUV at East Tremont and Saint Peters. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, is ejected. Blood pools on the concrete. He lies conscious, head split open. Distraction and speed left metal twisted and a man broken.

A crash at East Tremont Avenue and Saint Peters Avenue in the Bronx left a 49-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, the moped struck the side of a turning SUV. The rider was ejected and suffered severe head bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped rider was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted after the driver errors. The SUV’s right side doors were smashed in the impact. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The crash highlights the deadly consequences of distraction and speed on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4676075 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 27 - A BMW motorcycle slammed into a slowing SUV on Bruckner Expressway near midnight. The rider, 38, flew from his bike. He wore a helmet. He struck the pavement headfirst. He died at the scene. The road did not stop.

A deadly crash unfolded on the Bruckner Expressway just before midnight. According to the police report, a BMW motorcycle struck the rear of a slowing Honda SUV. The 38-year-old motorcyclist, helmeted, was ejected and suffered fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The victim was the sole occupant of the motorcycle. The crash left the rider with crush injuries and no pulse. Helmet use is noted, but the primary factor cited is unsafe speed. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4674375 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 25 - Midnight in the Bronx. An SUV turns left on Morris Park Avenue. An e-bike rides straight. Metal slams metal. A young woman, riding as a passenger, crashes down. Her leg splits open. Blood on the asphalt. No helmet. No warning.

A crash occurred at midnight on Morris Park Avenue near Amethyst Street in the Bronx. An SUV making a left turn collided with an eastbound e-bike carrying two people. According to the police report, 'An SUV turns left. An unlicensed man rides east on an e-bike. Metal collides. A young woman falls hard. Her leg splits open on the asphalt.' The 22-year-old female passenger on the e-bike suffered severe lacerations to her leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The e-bike operator was unlicensed. The injured passenger was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4667462 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Aug 4 - A Harley sped north on Kearney Avenue. The unlicensed rider lost control. The bike flipped. He was thrown and crushed. His back broke. Metal scattered across the street. Dawn lit the wreckage. One man lay unconscious, broken by speed and inattention.

A 28-year-old unlicensed man rode a 2006 Harley north on Kearney Avenue near Waterbury Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle traveled at unsafe speed and flipped. According to the police report, 'the unlicensed rider, 28, was thrown, crushed, and left unconscious. His back shattered. The bike lay wrecked, twisted metal strewn across the dawn-lit street.' The crash left the rider ejected and suffering severe back injuries. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was unlicensed. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street bore the scars of speed and neglect.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4651576 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19