Crash Count for District 17
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 8,421
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 4,870
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 1,029
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 77
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 41
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Nov 4, 2025
Carnage in CD 17
Detailed breakdowns aren’t yet available for this year slice; totals below reflect the selected window.
Killed 41
+26
Crush Injuries 24
Lower leg/foot 7
+2
Neck 4
Whole body 4
Head 3
Back 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Chest 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Severe Bleeding 14
Head 9
+4
Face 3
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Severe Lacerations 28
Lower leg/foot 12
+7
Face 5
Head 5
Whole body 5
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Concussion 34
Head 16
+11
Whole body 8
+3
Lower leg/foot 4
Back 2
Neck 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Chest 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Whiplash 164
Neck 72
+67
Back 40
+35
Head 28
+23
Whole body 11
+6
Lower leg/foot 5
Chest 4
Shoulder/upper arm 3
Face 2
Eye 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Contusion/Bruise 205
Lower leg/foot 71
+66
Head 38
+33
Shoulder/upper arm 18
+13
Face 15
+10
Hip/upper leg 15
+10
Neck 13
+8
Lower arm/hand 12
+7
Whole body 11
+6
Back 10
+5
Chest 6
+1
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Eye 1
Abrasion 162
Lower leg/foot 56
+51
Head 24
+19
Lower arm/hand 23
+18
Whole body 15
+10
Face 14
+9
Shoulder/upper arm 10
+5
Hip/upper leg 8
+3
Neck 6
+1
Back 5
Abdomen/pelvis 4
Eye 2
Pain/Nausea 77
Back 16
+11
Lower leg/foot 14
+9
Head 13
+8
Neck 13
+8
Whole body 6
+1
Lower arm/hand 5
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Chest 2
Hip/upper leg 2
Face 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Nov 4, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in CD 17?

Preventable Speeding in CD 17 School Zones

(since 2022)

Caught Speeding Recently in CD 17

Vehicles – Caught Speeding in NYC (12 months)
  1. 2023 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW5598) – 253 times • 3 in last 90d here
  2. 2024 Gray Subaru Suburban (LHW6587) – 113 times • 1 in last 90d here
  3. 2025 White RAM Pickup (348KCS) – 82 times • 1 in last 90d here
  4. 2024 Tesla Pickup (K30ULL) – 76 times • 1 in last 90d here
  5. 2023 Blue Kia Sedan (KXL5269) – 73 times • 1 in last 90d here
Spofford and Manida: a woman down, a pattern that won’t stop

Spofford and Manida: a woman down, a pattern that won’t stop

District 17: Jan 1, 2022 - Nov 8, 2025

On Oct 3, at Spofford Ave and Manida St, a driver in a 2017 Mercedes SUV hit a woman walking in a marked crosswalk. Police recorded driver distraction and failure to yield. She suffered severe cuts and survived (NYC Open Data, CrashID 4847260).

Since 2022 in Council District 17, 41 people have been killed and 4,870 injured in 8,421 crashes (NYC Open Data). Year to date, crashes are 1,618, down from 1,778 a year ago; deaths are 8, injuries 1,065, and serious injuries 20, up from 17 (NYC Open Data).

Nights take people

Deaths pile up late. At 10 PM there were 3 deaths and 9 serious injuries; at 11 PM, 4 deaths; at 3 AM, 6 deaths, over this period in this district (NYC Open Data). Police records show pedestrians most often hurt by drivers of SUVs and cars here (NYC Open Data).

Corners that carry grief

Westchester Avenue leads the list: 4 deaths and 185 injuries. East 163 Street follows with 132 injuries and 5 serious injuries. Viele Avenue shows 2 deaths and 3 serious injuries (NYC Open Data). At East 161 Street and Melrose Avenue, a 24‑year‑old on an e‑bike was killed in a crash reported as speed‑related (NYC Open Data, CrashID 4705065). On East 149 Street and Brook Avenue, a 57‑year‑old man on a bike was killed by a left‑turning bus (NYC Open Data, CrashID 4795059).

The record, on paper

“This borough has no commissioner,” Council Member Rafael Salamanca Jr. told DOT in 2023. “Please speed it up” (Streetsblog NYC). Since then he has voted to remove abandoned cars fast (Int 0857-2024) and backed decals warning taxi riders to look for cyclists (Int 0193-2024). He also co‑sponsored bills on e‑bike registration and borough traffic teams (Legistar).

What would help, right now

Slow turning and clear sightlines at the worst corners: daylighting, hardened turns, and leading walk times at Westchester Avenue and East 163 Street. Night enforcement where deaths stack up: from 10 PM through the small hours. Truck routes and protected space for people on bikes on East 149 Street and Melrose Avenue. These are basic tools. They save lives when installed.

Citywide, two levers can cut the harm: lower the default speed limit and stop repeat speeders with limiters. New Yorkers can push for both and for fixes on their block. Start here: /take_action/.

Frequently Asked Questions

What area does this story cover?
New York City Council District 17 in the Bronx. It includes Melrose, Hunts Point, Longwood, North & South Brother Islands, Morrisania, Crotona Park East, Soundview‑Bruckner‑Bronx River, and overlaps Bronx CB2 and CB3.
How many people have been hurt or killed on these streets since 2022?
From Jan 1, 2022 through Nov 8, 2025, police reported 8,421 crashes in District 17, with 41 people killed and 4,870 injured, based on NYC Open Data.
When are the worst hours?
Late nights into early morning. In this period the district recorded 3 deaths at 10 PM, 4 deaths at 11 PM, and 6 deaths at 3 AM, with multiple serious injuries at those hours, per NYC Open Data.
Who represents this area?
Council Member Rafael Salamanca Jr. represents District 17. The area overlaps Assembly District 79 (Chantel Jackson) and State Senate District 29 (Jose Serrano).
How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC Open Data’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets (Crashes h9gi‑nx95, Persons f55k‑p6yu, Vehicles bm4k‑52h4). We filtered for crashes within Council District 17 between 2022‑01‑01 and 2025‑11‑08 and counted totals for crashes, people injured, and people killed. We also reviewed fields for time of crash, contributing factors, person type, and street names. Data were extracted Nov 7, 2025. You can start from the base datasets here.
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

Fix the Problem

Council Member Rafael Salamanca, Jr.

District 17

Other Representatives

Assembly Member Chantel Jackson

District 79

State Senator Jose Serrano

District 29

Other Geographies

District 17 Council District 17 sits in Bronx, Precinct 41, AD 79, SD 29.

It contains Melrose, Hunts Point, Longwood, North & South Brother Islands, Morrisania, Crotona Park East, Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River, Bronx CB2, Bronx CB3.

See also
Boroughs
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Council District 17

26
Man intentionally drove into NYPD car, struck cyclist in Bronx, police say
3
SUV driver hits woman at Spofford and Manida

Oct 3 - A northbound SUV driver on Spofford hit a 29-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk at Manida in the Bronx. She suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention.

At about 7:12 p.m. at Spofford Avenue and Manida Street in the Bronx, a driver in an SUV traveling north and going straight hit a 29-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. She suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the point of impact was the vehicle’s center front. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention/distraction. The driver, a 57-year-old woman licensed in New York, was the sole occupant. The SUV showed front-end damage. The crash is logged as collision ID 4847260 in the 41st Precinct.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4847260 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
26
Driver's Failure to Yield Kills Pedestrian, Cyclist

Aug 26 - A driver failed to yield on Bruckner Boulevard at Leggett Avenue and struck a woman walking and a woman on an e‑bike. Both suffered crush injuries and died at the scene. Police list Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.

A driver struck a pedestrian and a bicyclist at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Both victims were women, age 32, who sustained crush injuries and died. According to the police report, the contributing factor is "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian is recorded as a person at the intersection. The bicyclist is recorded as the driver of an e-bike; the e-bike shows left front quarter panel damage and a pre-crash action of "Starting in Traffic." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4837606 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
22
Truck backs into man on Bryant

Aug 22 - A box truck reversed on Bryant Avenue and crushed a 73-year-old man working on a parked car. The truck’s back end hit. The man suffered leg crush injuries. Police list Backing Unsafely. System failed the one on foot.

A box truck reversed on Bryant Avenue near East Bay Avenue and struck a 73-year-old man who was pushing or working on a parked sedan. The pedestrian sustained crush injuries to his lower leg. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Backing Unsafely.” The truck was backing; impact was to its center rear. Data lists Backing Unsafely for the driver and the crash. The parked sedan was hit at its rear. No other factors are cited in the report. The harm fell on the person on foot while the truck showed no damage, underscoring the danger of reversing trucks in curbside space.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4838361 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
16
Left-turn sedan driver hits motorcyclist on Westchester Ave

Aug 16 - A sedan driver turned left from Westchester Ave and hit a westbound motorcyclist at Tinton Ave. The 31-year-old rider went down with crush injuries to his lower leg. Police recorded Failure to Yield by the driver.

A sedan driver turned left from Westchester Avenue onto Tinton Avenue and struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 31-year-old man, was injured with reported crush injuries to the lower leg and was listed as injured. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was recorded as the contributing factor. The motorcycle was traveling straight west; the sedan was making a left turn and the motorcycle impacted the sedan's left front bumper at the motorcycle's center front. The motorcycle carried one occupant; the sedan carried three. The report lists Failure to Yield before any other confirmed causes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4837137 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
11
Drunk Driver Kills Two Bronx Motorcyclists

Aug 11 - A drunk driver lost control on Bronx River Parkway. He struck a Volkswagen, then hit two motorcyclists. Both riders died. The driver faces manslaughter charges. The crash left families shattered.

According to NY Daily News (2025-08-11), a 21-year-old driver, Mauricio Neyra Yuyes, tried to pass a Volkswagen on Bronx River Parkway, struck it, and then hit two motorcyclists. Both riders, Enrique Martinez and Manuel Amarante Penalo, were ejected and died. Police arrested Neyra Yuyes for vehicular manslaughter and DWI. The article states, "A drunken BMW driver fatally struck two motorcyclists after slamming into a Volkswagen he was trying to pass." All drivers stayed at the scene. The crash highlights the lethal risk of impaired driving and high-speed maneuvers on city parkways.


9
Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver

Aug 9 - A cab driver died after an SUV, moving at 77 mph in a 25 zone, struck his car in the Bronx. The driver ran. DNA on the airbag led to charges. The street stayed silent. The loss remains.

According to the New York Post (2025-08-09), Imani Williams was charged after her SUV hit a livery cab at 77 mph in a 25 mph zone, killing driver Robert Godwin. Prosecutors say Williams used a bus lane, ran a red light, and fled on foot. DNA from the airbag identified her. District Attorney Darcel Clark said, 'This defendant was allegedly driving three times the speed limit when her SUV slammed into a livery cab.' The case highlights the deadly risk of speeding and reckless driving in city streets.


7
Driver Turns, Strikes Woman, Flees Bronx

Aug 7 - SUV turned into a Bronx driveway. Struck a woman. Driver sped off. She died at the hospital. Police hunt the hit-and-run. No arrests. Another night, another life lost to careless driving.

According to the New York Post (2025-08-07), a 44-year-old woman died after an SUV driver "slammed into her at West 174th Street and Macombs Road" while turning into a driveway. The driver did not stop, instead "speeding down the long driveway into a back parking lot." The victim was taken to St. Barnabas Hospital and pronounced dead. Police are still searching for the driver. The article highlights the ongoing danger of drivers failing to yield and fleeing crash scenes, underscoring persistent gaps in enforcement and accountability.


29
Driver Hits Child Playing on Longwood Ave

Jul 29 - Westbound driver in a Ford sedan hit a six-year-old boy playing in the roadway by 965 Longwood Ave. Deep cuts. Hip injury. The child was conscious. Pavement was slippery. Police cited pedestrian confusion.

A driver in a Ford sedan, traveling west and going straight, hit a six-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway near 965 Longwood Ave in the Bronx. The crash was not at an intersection. Impact was to the right front bumper. The boy suffered severe lacerations and a hip injury and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. No damage was reported to the car. According to the police report, the listed contributing factors were 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Pavement Slippery.' The driver held a valid New York license.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831477 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
27
Failure to Yield Injures Elderly Passenger

Jul 27 - Two drivers collided at E 158 St and Trinity Ave in the Bronx. An 84-year-old passenger took the hit. Crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. Police recorded failure to yield and aggressive driving.

At 2:09 pm, the driver of an SUV and the driver of a sedan collided at E 158 St and Trinity Ave in the Bronx. An 84-year-old woman riding in the sedan’s front seat suffered crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The sedan’s 67-year-old male driver reported neck pain. According to the police report, “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Aggressive Driving/Road Rage” contributed to the crash. Damage reports list center-front damage to the SUV and right-front damage to the sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. The 67-year-old driver is listed as licensed in Alabama.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831836 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
26
Two Sedans Collide; Driver Suffers Crush Injuries

Jul 26 - Two sedans collided at East Bay Avenue and Casanova Street in the Bronx. A 54-year-old woman driving one car suffered crush injuries to her hip and upper leg. Police recorded driver inexperience and inattention; one driver was unlicensed.

Two sedans collided at East Bay Avenue and Casanova Street in the Bronx. “According to the police report, a 54-year-old woman driving one vehicle suffered crush injuries to her hip and upper leg.” Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The involved vehicles were both sedans: one had center-front damage after traveling south; the other had right-side door damage after traveling west. The report notes multiple occupants, including a 3-year-old passenger, and does not list pedestrian or cyclist injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830734 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
25
Moped Driver Hits Parked Sedan; Passenger Injured

Jul 25 - The driver of a moped starting from parking struck the right side of a parked sedan on 3 Ave at E 166 St in the Bronx. A 44-year-old passenger suffered severe facial lacerations and was injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.

The driver of a moped, starting from parking, struck the right side doors of a parked sedan on 3 Ave at East 166th Street in the Bronx. One occupant — a 44-year-old male passenger listed as a right rear or sidecar passenger — suffered severe lacerations to the face and was injured. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan and a moped, with "Other Vehicular" listed as the contributing factor. The sedan was parked; the moped’s center front end and the sedan’s right side doors show the points of impact. The report does not list other specific driver errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830941 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Bronx E-Bike Rider

Jul 22 - A sedan struck a 60-year-old e-bike rider at E 149th Street. The cyclist suffered severe leg cuts. Police cite improper lane use by both drivers. Streets remain perilous for Bronx cyclists.

A sedan and an e-bike collided at 346 E 149th Street in the Bronx. The 60-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg. According to the police report, both drivers engaged in 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was starting from parking; the e-bike was traveling straight. The crash left the cyclist injured while the sedan occupants were unhurt. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police. No other contributing factors were listed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829665 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
5
NYPD Officer Kept Job After Fatal Stop

Jul 5 - Police shot Allan Feliz during a Bronx car stop. Officers pulled him over for a seat belt. A struggle followed. Taser fired. Gun fired. Feliz died. The officer stayed on the force. Family left stunned.

NY Daily News (2025-07-05) reports Allan Feliz was shot and killed by NYPD Lt. Jonathan Rivera during a 2019 Bronx traffic stop for a seat belt violation. Body camera footage captured Rivera threatening to shoot Feliz as officers tried to pull him from his car. Rivera fired his Taser, then his gun, killing Feliz. Commissioner Tisch decided Rivera would keep his job, leaving the Feliz family 'distraught and stunned.' The case raises questions about police accountability and use of force during routine traffic stops.


3
Mustang Plows Bronx Sidewalk, Six Hurt

Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose. Six pedestrians fell. Screams echoed. The driver fled. Scaffolding twisted. Blood on the sidewalk. No arrests. The city waits for answers.

ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. Surveillance showed the car turning left while people crossed with the right of way. The driver accelerated, hit a woman, then continued under scaffolding, injuring five more. Witnesses described panic and pain: "People were yelling, were in pain," said Vivian Cole. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The Buildings Department confirmed the crash damaged the shed but not the vacant building. No arrests have been made.


30
Int 0857-2024 Salamanca votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.

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

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


28
Bronx Crash Leaves Pedestrian Critical

Jun 28 - A driver fleeing police tore through a red light in the Bronx. Two cars spun onto the sidewalk. Three pedestrians hit. One man clings to life. Metal, glass, blood on Bruckner Boulevard.

According to NY Daily News (2025-06-28), an unlicensed driver sped from an NYPD stop, ran a red light, and crashed into another car at Bruckner Blvd. and Hunts Point Ave. Both vehicles spun onto the sidewalk, striking three pedestrians. The article states, "Jenkins slammed on the gas and sped off east on Hunts Point Ave., blowing through a red light." Police charged the driver with vehicular assault, reckless endangerment, and fleeing. The crash highlights the risks when drivers evade police and ignore signals. One pedestrian remains in critical condition.


27
Sedans Disregard Signal, Strike Pedestrians on Hunts Point Ave

Jun 27 - Two sedans collided on Hunts Point Ave, Bronx. Three pedestrians not in the roadway were injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Impact left bodies broken, pain sharp, danger clear.

Two sedans crashed at Hunts Point Ave and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. Three pedestrians, not in the roadway, were struck and injured. One suffered crush injuries and lost consciousness. Two drivers and two passengers were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' One driver was unlicensed. The impact was severe, with injuries to entire bodies and one abdomen. The report lists no helmet or signal issues for those injured. Systemic failure at the intersection left vulnerable people hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823764 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
23
Sedans Collide on Rosedale Ave, Three Hurt

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

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


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823007 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-08
17
Teen Critically Hurt In Bronx Subway Fall

Jun 17 - A 14-year-old fell from a Bronx No. 5 train. He hit the tracks hard. Medics rushed him to Jacobi. His face and body took the blow. Police charged another teen. Subway surfing keeps taking young lives.

NY Daily News reported on June 17, 2025, that a 14-year-old boy suffered critical injuries after falling from the top of a northbound No. 5 train near Baychester Ave. Police said he was with two other teens. One, age 17, was arrested for reckless endangerment and trespass. The third fled. The article notes, 'Six people, most of them teens, died subway surfing in the city last year. The youngest was just 11.' This year, two have died already. The NYPD and MTA have increased enforcement and launched campaigns to deter subway surfing, including drone patrols and public messaging. The incident highlights persistent dangers on the transit system and ongoing risks for young riders.