Crash Count for District 17
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 6,188
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 3,602
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 763
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 58
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 30
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in District 17?

Eight Dead, a Thousand Hurt—District 17 Bleeds While City Hall Waits

Eight Dead, a Thousand Hurt—District 17 Bleeds While City Hall Waits

District 17: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025

Blood on the Asphalt: Recent Crashes in District 17

Just two weeks ago, a driver in a Ford Mustang failed a left turn at East 149th and Courtlandt. He mounted the curb and struck six people. The driver ran. The victims went to Lincoln Hospital. Their injuries were called minor. But the street remembers every scar. Police are searching for the man who rammed into six people after botching a turn at an intersection in the Bronx.

A few days before, a 79-year-old driver crashed into two cars and a pole. His 71-year-old passenger died. Seven others were hurt. “I saw one lady was out on the ground. They was giving her medical attention, checking her body. She was laid out,” said a witness.

In the last 12 months, District 17 saw 8 deaths, 20 serious injuries, and over 1,000 injuries from 1,610 crashes.

The Numbers Behind the Names

Since 2022, 30 people have died on these streets. Another 54 suffered serious injuries. Over 3,400 were hurt. Most victims were walking or riding. Cars, SUVs, and trucks did most of the killing. The numbers are not just numbers. They are mothers, sons, neighbors. They are the cost of delay.

Salamanca’s Record: Progress and Pressure

Council Member Rafael Salamanca Jr. has voted for bills to clear abandoned cars, improve street markings, and boost safety reporting. He co-sponsored the law to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. He demanded more accountability from city agencies. But he also criticized street redesigns for causing congestion, even as crash rates fell. He spoke up for tougher rules on delivery apps and ghost cars, but has not led on lowering speed limits or redesigning deadly corridors.

The work is not done.

What Comes Next: No More Waiting

Every crash is preventable. Every delay is a choice. Call Council Member Salamanca. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand protected bike lanes and daylighted corners. Demand that safety come before parking and traffic flow. The dead cannot speak. The living must.

Act now. The next name could be yours.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New York City Council and how does it work?
The New York City Council is the city’s legislative body. It passes laws, oversees city agencies, and represents local districts like District 17.
Where does District 17 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Bronx, assembly district AD 79 and state senate district SD 29.
Which areas are in District 17?
It includes the Melrose, Hunts Point, Longwood, North & South Brother Islands, Morrisania, Crotona Park East, Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River, Bronx CB2, and Bronx CB3 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Assembly Districts AD 79, AD 84, and AD 85, and State Senate Districts SD 29 and SD 32.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in District 17?
Cars, SUVs, and trucks caused the most harm to pedestrians in District 17, with 7 deaths and over 500 injuries. Motorcycles and mopeds caused 1 death and 23 injuries. Bikes caused 0 deaths and 11 injuries. NYC Open Data
Are crashes just 'accidents' or are they preventable?
Crashes are preventable. Lower speeds, better street design, and enforcement can save lives.
What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
They can lower speed limits, build protected bike lanes, daylight intersections, and pass laws that put safety before parking or traffic flow.
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.

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Rafael Salamanca Jr.
Council Member Rafael Salamanca Jr.
District 17
District Office:
1070 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10459
718-402-6130
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1776, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7505
Twitter: CMsalamancaJr

Other Representatives

Chantel Jackson
Assembly Member Chantel Jackson
District 79
District Office:
780 Concourse Village West Ground Floor Professional, Bronx, NY 10451
Legislative Office:
Room 547, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Jose Serrano
State Senator Jose Serrano
District 29
District Office:
335 E. 100th St., New York, NY 10029
Legislative Office:
Room 418, Capitol Building 172 State St., Albany, NY 12247
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

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Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck on Bruckner

A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on Bruckner Expressway. Metal tore. Glass flew. Three men were hurt—one with deep cuts, one with a concussion, one in pain. The truck did not move. Driver inattention marked the scene.

A sedan struck a parked box truck on Bruckner Expressway. Three men were injured: a 25-year-old man suffered severe lacerations, a 41-year-old man had a concussion, and a 37-year-old man complained of pain. According to the police report, 'A sedan slammed into a parked box truck. Metal screamed. A 25-year-old man, strapped in, was torn by glass and steel. His body bled. He stayed awake. The truck did not move.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The data shows the sedan was moving straight ahead before impact, while the box truck was parked. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash left metal and bodies broken, with driver error at the core.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4561333 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Acura Slams Parked Cars on Melrose Avenue

A southbound Acura tore into parked cars on Melrose Avenue. Steel twisted. Glass scattered. The driver, a 48-year-old man, died at the scene. No skid marks. No other injuries. The street fell silent under shattered light.

A deadly crash unfolded on Melrose Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a southbound Acura struck several parked vehicles. The impact killed the 48-year-old male driver, who was found belted in his seat. The report notes, 'No skid marks. No other souls. Just silence and shattered light.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other injuries were reported among the occupants or registrants listed. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield are cited in the data. Helmet use or signaling are not mentioned as factors. The crash left one dead and a line of wrecked cars in its wake.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4555750 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Turns, Crushes Pedestrian’s Foot in Bronx

A sedan turned right at East 174 Street and Bronx River Avenue. Its bumper struck a woman crossing with the signal. Her foot was crushed. She stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. The street bore the mark.

A 27-year-old woman was crossing East 174 Street at Bronx River Avenue with the signal when a sedan turned right and struck her. According to the police report, the car’s left front bumper crushed her foot, causing crush injuries to her lower leg and foot. She remained conscious at the scene. The sedan, a 2011 Toyota, showed no visible damage. The driver, a 60-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report makes clear the pedestrian was crossing with the light. No other factors were listed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4548390 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Bruckner Expressway

A sedan hit a 27-year-old woman on Bruckner Expressway before dawn. The impact was head-on. An SUV rolled over her. She died at the scene. The road was quiet. The drivers kept going straight. The system failed her.

A 27-year-old woman was killed when a sedan struck her head-on on Bruckner Expressway in the early morning. According to the police report, she was outside the crosswalk when the sedan hit her, and an SUV rolled over her without leaving a mark. The crash data lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The police report notes the pedestrian was 'not at intersection' and engaged in 'other actions in roadway.' The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. The SUV’s undercarriage rolled over her, but showed no damage. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4549201 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unlicensed Sedan Slams Motorcycles on Bruckner

A sedan, driver unlicensed and distracted, plowed into two motorcycles from behind on Bruckner Expressway. One rider, 24, was thrown and crushed. Helmets could not save them. The road stayed dark. The danger was real. The system failed.

Two motorcycles were struck from behind by a sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. According to the police report, 'an unlicensed sedan slammed into two motorcycles from behind. A 24-year-old rider flew from his seat. His back crushed. His helmet held, but it was not enough. The road was dark. The driver was distracted.' The sedan driver was unlicensed and listed as inattentive or distracted. These driver errors—'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and lack of a valid license—are called out in the data. One motorcycle rider, age 24, suffered crush injuries to his back after being ejected. Both motorcycle riders wore helmets, but the impact overwhelmed all protection. The crash left vulnerable road users exposed to deadly risk.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4543950 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Man Found Dead in Crushed Parked SUV Bronx

A 29-year-old man lay dead in a parked Mercedes SUV on Randall Avenue. The left front was crushed. No skid marks. No other people. Heat shimmered off the hood. The street was silent. Death came in daylight.

A 29-year-old man was found lifeless inside a parked Mercedes SUV on Randall Avenue near Barretto Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, the vehicle's left front quarter panel was crushed. No skid marks were present. No other individuals were involved or present at the scene. The police report states: 'A 29-year-old man found lifeless in a parked Mercedes SUV, its left front crushed. No skid marks. No other soul.' The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4543967 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Speeding Car Kills Man Crossing Westchester Avenue

A car sped west on Westchester Avenue before dawn. A 60-year-old man crossed outside the crosswalk. The right bumper struck his head. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, alone. Unsafe speed and driver inattention marked the crash.

A 60-year-old man was killed while crossing Westchester Avenue near Hoe Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the man was not in a crosswalk or at a signal when a westbound car struck him with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The man suffered a fatal head injury and died at the scene. The data does not specify the vehicle type or driver details. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of unsafe speed and inattention behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536364 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
3
SUVs Crush Woman on Courtlandt Avenue

Night in the Bronx. A Cadillac moves. Two SUVs parked. A 23-year-old woman caught between steel. Her body broken. Alcohol in the mix. Drivers and another pedestrian hurt. No crosswalk. No escape. Just pain and sirens in the dark.

A 23-year-old woman was crushed between SUVs on Courtlandt Avenue near East 156th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman crushed between SUVs. One Cadillac moved. Two others parked. Her whole body broken. Alcohol in the mix. No crosswalk.' The crash involved a moving Cadillac and two parked SUVs. Alcohol involvement was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers and the injured pedestrian. Two drivers, aged 40 and 46, also suffered injuries, including back injuries and minor bleeding. Another pedestrian, a 26-year-old man, was hurt. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond alcohol. No crosswalk was present at the scene.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4527986 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bus Strikes Teen Crossing Westchester Avenue

A bus caught a 15-year-old girl as she crossed Westchester Avenue with the light. The rear quarter tore her leg open. She stayed conscious. The driver’s view was blocked. The street did not yield. Metal met flesh. The city kept moving.

A 15-year-old girl was struck by a westbound bus while crossing Westchester Avenue at Intervale Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the rear quarter of the bus hit her, causing severe lacerations to her leg. The report states, “The driver’s view was blocked.” The primary contributing factor listed is 'View Obstructed/Limited.' No other driver errors are noted. The girl remained conscious after the crash. No injuries to the bus driver or other occupants were reported. The incident highlights the danger when large vehicles move through crowded intersections with limited visibility.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4523169 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Slams E-Bike Rider From Behind in Bronx

An SUV struck an e-bike from behind on East 153rd Street. The rider flew, pads useless, face torn. Blood pooled on the pavement. Driver inattention and unsafe speed marked the crash. The cyclist lay incoherent, the street stained red.

A crash on East 153rd Street at 3rd Avenue left a 42-year-old e-bike rider injured after a GMC SUV struck him from behind. According to the police report, 'The SUV struck from behind. The e-bike rider flew, pads useless, face torn on impact. He lay on the pavement, incoherent, blood spreading across the warm Bronx street.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The cyclist suffered severe facial lacerations and was ejected from his bike. The only safety equipment noted was pads, which proved ineffective. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or other occupants. The crash underscores the dangers faced by cyclists on city streets when drivers fail to pay attention and control their speed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4518564 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Slams Parked Car, Man’s Leg Crushed

A Toyota SUV crashed into a parked Mercedes on Stratford Avenue. Metal shrieked. A 55-year-old man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent except for pain. Driver inattention marked the scene. No one else moved.

A Toyota SUV struck a parked Mercedes SUV on Stratford Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A Toyota SUV slammed into a parked Mercedes. Metal screamed. A 55-year-old man, unbelted, crushed his leg. He stayed conscious. No one else moved.' The crash left a 55-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported among the occupants. The parked Mercedes was hit at the center back end, while the Toyota’s front end took the impact. The data shows no helmet or signal issues contributed to the crash. The collision highlights the danger of driver distraction on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4509285 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Dodge U-Turn Ends With Passenger Ejected

A Dodge swung wide on Southern Boulevard. Another car hit its rear. A 22-year-old man was flung partway out. Blood pooled from a deep leg gash. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the crash. The street bore the cost.

A crash on Southern Boulevard near 1211 left a 22-year-old man injured. According to the police report, a Dodge sedan attempted a wide U-turn. A southbound car struck the Dodge’s rear. The impact partially ejected the young man, who lay conscious and bleeding from a severe leg laceration. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. These driver errors set the stage for the violent collision. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus or lack experience. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, but the toll fell on those inside the cars.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4507598 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
4
Speeding SUV Slams, Kills Two on Expressway

A speeding SUV struck another, then smashed into a parked tow truck. Two people died. A teenage girl survived, her face torn open. Metal twisted. The night echoed with sirens. The road did not forgive. The toll was blood and silence.

On the Cross Bronx Expressway near milepost 40.8, a deadly crash unfolded. According to the police report, a speeding SUV struck another SUV, then crashed into a parked tow truck. The impact killed a 33-year-old woman and a 47-year-old man. A 15-year-old girl survived with severe facial injuries. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The driver of one SUV was unlicensed. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are listed. The crash left metal mangled and lives shattered. The system failed to protect its most vulnerable.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4505688 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Runaway Van Strikes Driver on Timpson Place

A Ford van rolled backward on Timpson Place. No one was inside. It struck its own driver, tearing open his leg. Blood pooled on the Bronx asphalt. The crash left the 31-year-old man conscious but badly hurt. Cold steel, no warning.

A Ford van, left unattended near 651 Timpson Place in the Bronx, rolled backward and struck its own driver, a 31-year-old man. According to the police report, the van was empty when it began to move, and the impact caused severe lacerations to the man's lower leg. The report lists 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The crash highlights the danger of vehicles left unsecured, with no mention of any error by the injured man.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4496251 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Bike Rider Dies in Bronx Head-On Crash

A 62-year-old man rode his e-bike west on Westchester Avenue. He struck something head-on. Thrown from the bike, his head hit the pavement. He died alone in the Bronx night. No other injuries reported. The street stayed silent.

A 62-year-old man was killed while riding a Fly E-Bike westbound on Westchester Avenue near Boynton Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. He struck an object head-on and was ejected from the bike, suffering fatal head injuries. The report states, 'He died there, alone in the cold and dark.' No other injuries were reported. The police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The data notes the rider was unhelmeted and unlicensed, but no driver errors or external causes were identified in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4494526 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle Hits Stopped Bus on Sheridan Expressway

A motorcycle struck a stopped bus on Sheridan Expressway. The rider, 38, was thrown from his seat. His helmet could not save him. He died on the cold pavement. The crash left the bus and its passengers shaken but unhurt.

A deadly crash unfolded on the northbound Sheridan Expressway. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped bus. The 38-year-old rider, helmeted, was ejected and suffered fatal head injuries. The bus, carrying several passengers, was stopped in traffic at the time. No injuries were reported among the bus occupants. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but the force of the impact proved fatal. The data shows no errors or contributing factors for the bus driver. The system failed the vulnerable road user. The morning ended in loss.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4494538 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bus Strikes Woman on Westchester Avenue

A bus hit a 45-year-old woman crossing Westchester Avenue. She bled from the head, incoherent, as twenty passengers watched. The bus’s front end caved in. The street fell silent. No one moved. The city’s danger showed itself again.

A bus traveling east on Westchester Avenue struck a 45-year-old woman as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the woman suffered severe head bleeding and was incoherent at the scene. The bus’s center front end was caved in from the impact. Twenty passengers witnessed the crash in silence. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The woman was not at an intersection or marked crosswalk when struck. No mention of helmet or signaling appears in the report. The crash left one pedestrian injured and exposed the ongoing risks faced by those on foot in the Bronx.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4492527 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
BMW Slams Lexus on East 163rd at Speed

A BMW hit a Lexus broadside on East 163rd. Steel twisted. A 26-year-old unlicensed woman bled from the face. The street was dark. Speed killed the silence. The crash left her conscious, seatbelt tight, blood running.

A BMW and a Lexus collided on East 163rd Street. The BMW struck the Lexus broadside. According to the police report, 'A BMW slammed into a Lexus broadside. Steel crumpled. A 26-year-old unlicensed woman bled from the face. Her seatbelt held. The street was dark. The speed was not.' The crash left the 26-year-old unlicensed BMW driver with severe facial bleeding. She was conscious at the scene. The Lexus driver, a 23-year-old man, was not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The BMW driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors were listed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4491395 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04