Crash Count for District 18
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 5,157
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,929
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 531
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 45
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 20
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 29, 2025
Carnage in CD 18
Detailed breakdowns aren’t yet available for this year slice; totals below reflect the selected window.
Killed 19
+4
Crush Injuries 11
Lower leg/foot 4
Whole body 3
Back 2
Head 2
Amputation 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Severe Bleeding 18
Head 11
+6
Face 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Neck 1
Severe Lacerations 11
Head 7
+2
Face 3
Lower leg/foot 1
Concussion 21
Head 16
+11
Face 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Hip/upper leg 1
Neck 1
Whiplash 88
Neck 28
+23
Back 23
+18
Head 13
+8
Whole body 9
+4
Chest 8
+3
Lower leg/foot 8
+3
Shoulder/upper arm 4
Face 1
Contusion/Bruise 107
Lower leg/foot 33
+28
Head 15
+10
Shoulder/upper arm 15
+10
Lower arm/hand 11
+6
Hip/upper leg 10
+5
Whole body 9
+4
Face 7
+2
Back 5
Neck 5
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Chest 2
Abrasion 78
Lower leg/foot 35
+30
Lower arm/hand 17
+12
Head 11
+6
Face 5
Whole body 4
Hip/upper leg 3
Eye 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Pain/Nausea 32
Whole body 8
+3
Head 6
+1
Back 5
Neck 5
Lower leg/foot 3
Lower arm/hand 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Face 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 29, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in CD 18?

Preventable Speeding in CD 18 School Zones

(since 2022)

Caught Speeding Recently in CD 18

Vehicles – Caught Speeding in NYC (12 months)
  1. 2005 Toyota Hatc (J36VMS) – 87 times • 3 in last 90d here
  2. 2021 Black Toyota Suburban (JJS4906) – 43 times • 1 in last 90d here
  3. 2023 Gray Honda Seda (ER83553) – 37 times • 1 in last 90d here
  4. 2023 Black Ford Pickup (LBW7368) – 36 times • 1 in last 90d here
  5. 2022 Black Tesla Sedan (THE4735) – 33 times • 1 in last 90d here
Bronx River Parkway took two lives. District 18 keeps counting.

Bronx River Parkway took two lives. District 18 keeps counting.

District 18: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025

Two men died before dawn on the Bronx River Parkway. Police say a 21‑year‑old in a Mercedes tried to pass, hit a Volkswagen, then hit two motorcycles. Both riders—Manuel Amarantepenalo, 19, and Enrique Martinez, 21—were thrown and died at hospitals. The driver was charged with vehicular manslaughter and DWI. He refused a chemical test. Gothamist reported it. At arraignment, a sister said, “Two people were killed. He was drunk.” The Daily News carried her words.

Since 2022, Council District 18 has logged 19 deaths and 2,162 injuries in 3,875 crashes. Pedestrians bear nine of those deaths. SUVs and cars are tied to most harm. Trucks and buses add more bodies. The city’s crash data shows it.

Night is cruel here. From midnight to 2 a.m., injuries stack up. Deaths spike again at 1 a.m., 2 p.m., 8 p.m., 9 p.m., 10 p.m., and 11 p.m. The late hours cut deepest. Open Data tallies the hours.

Corners that don’t forgive

Drivers keep turning into people. In one case at White Plains Road and Wood Avenue, a 75‑year‑old man crossed with the signal. A BMW SUV turned left and killed him. Officers cited failure to yield and distraction. The police report lists it.

A pick‑up truck turning left on St. Raymond Avenue struck and killed a 47‑year‑old woman in the crosswalk. “Failure to yield” again. The dataset records it.

Who pays the price

Pedestrians: nine dead, 402 injured. Cyclists: three dead, 121 injured. People on scooters and mopeds: 118 injured, eight seriously. Inside vehicles: seven dead, 1,521 injured. Mode totals are in the data.

The usual killers show up on the forms: failure to yield. Inattention. Unsafe speed. Alcohol. “Other.” “Other” hides 14 deaths and 648 injuries in this district. It does not bring anyone back. See contributing factors.

The Bronx River Parkway case shook the room. “How could they let him go? How could they do that?” a mother asked outside court, as reported by the Daily News. The defense lawyer said, “My client is prepared to contest these charges.” Same report.

Fix what’s in front of us

Start where people die. Daylight corners on Westchester Avenue and White Plains Road. Harden left turns where turning kills. Add leading walk signals. Tow the junk that blocks sightlines and hides people at crossings—Council passed a law to remove abandoned vehicles fast; District 18’s member voted yes. The vote is on Legistar.

Target the late hours. Nighttime operations at repeat hotspots. Protect work crews and bus stops. The hourly and hotspot data point the way.

Citywide moves that save lives

Lower the default speed where people live. 20 mph turns strikes into bruises instead of funerals. Albany passed Sammy’s Law; the city can act. Our action page explains how to push it.

Stop the worst repeat drivers. The Stop Super Speeders Act would force speed limiters on cars that rack up violations. Survivors have asked for this. So have the numbers. Read more and call your reps.

Two young men died on a parkway built for speed. The district keeps counting the dead. Slow the cars. Stop the bleeding.

Take one step now: ask City Hall to drop speeds and rein in repeat speeders. Act here.

Citations

Citations

Fix the Problem

Amanda Farías
Council Member Amanda Farías
District 18
District Office:
1231 Lafayette Avenue, 2nd Floor, Bronx, NY 10474
718-792-1140
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1771, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7375

Other Representatives

Emérita Torres
Assembly Member Emérita Torres
District 85
District Office:
1163 Manor Ave. Store Front 1, Bronx, NY 10472
Legislative Office:
Room 833, 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 18 Council District 18 sits in Bronx, Precinct 43, AD 85, SD 29.

It contains Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River, Soundview-Clason Point, Castle Hill-Unionport, Parkchester, Soundview Park, Westchester Square, Bronx CB9.

See also
Boroughs
Community Boards
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Council District 18

1
SUV driver collides with e-bike at Bruckner

Oct 1 - A driver in a Ford SUV collided with a two-person e-bike on Rosedale Ave at Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. Both riders were ejected. One lay unconscious with head trauma. Police recorded “Traffic Control Disregarded.”

Two people on an e-bike collided with a driver in a Ford SUV at Rosedale Ave and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. The crash ejected both riders. The 18-year-old rider suffered head injuries and was found unconscious with crush injuries. The 20-year-old passenger reported head pain. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Police recorded that driver error; no other contributing factors were listed. Records note the SUV traveling east and the e-bike heading south before impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4846657 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-02
6
Distracted driver injured changing lanes on Bruckner

Sep 6 - A driver in an SUV crashed while changing lanes on the Bruckner Expressway eastbound Exit 52 in the Bronx. The 24-year-old was injured with an elbow and hand wound and an amputation complaint. Police recorded driver inattention and distraction.

A driver in an SUV crashed while changing lanes on the eastbound Bruckner Expressway Exit 52 in the Bronx. The 24-year-old man driving was injured, with an elbow and hand injury and an amputation complaint. A 54-year-old male occupant was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver. The vehicle was traveling east; pre-crash action was changing lanes. The point of impact and reported damage were to the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4840107 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-02
12
Northbound Pickup Hits Parked Bus, Driver Crushed

Aug 12 - The driver of a northbound pickup hit a parked bus on Morrison near Westchester. Metal buckled. A 65-year-old bus driver suffered crush injuries to his back. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Other Vehicular.

The driver of a northbound pickup truck hit a parked GMC bus on Morrison Avenue near Westchester Avenue. The bus driver, a 65-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his back. Another occupant was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Other Vehicular." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the primary error. The bus sustained damage to its left rear bumper and quarter panel. The bus carried ten occupants at the time. The pickup showed no reported damage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4834632 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-02
11
Bronx Parkway Crash Kills Two Riders

Aug 11 - A car struck two mopeds on Bronx River Parkway. Both riders died. Police arrested the driver. Charges include vehicular manslaughter and intoxication. The crash investigation continues.

According to amny (2025-08-11), a Mercedes-Benz tried to pass a Volkswagen on Bronx River Parkway, striking it and then hitting two mopeds. Both moped riders, Enrique Martinez and Manuel Amarantepenalo, died. The driver, Mauricio Neyra Yuyes, was arrested and faces charges including vehicular manslaughter and driving while intoxicated. The article notes, "Neyra Yuyes was arrested on Monday... He faces a list of charges including vehicular manslaughter, driving while intoxicated and driving while ability impaired." NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is handling the ongoing investigation. The crash highlights risks from reckless driving and impaired operation.


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.


8
Bronx Woman Dies In Hit-And-Run

Aug 8 - A woman lay dead in Morris Heights. A driver fled. The street stayed silent. Another life lost to speed and steel.

CBS New York reported on August 8, 2025, that a woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Morris Heights, Bronx. The article states, "A Bronx woman is dead after a hit-and-run in Morris Heights." The driver left the scene, a clear violation of law. The incident highlights ongoing dangers for pedestrians and the persistent problem of drivers fleeing after deadly crashes. Policy gaps remain as enforcement and street design fail to protect vulnerable road users.


7
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian

Aug 7 - A driver struck a woman crossing 174th Street in the Bronx. The car fled. Police search for answers. Another fatal hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Pedestrians pay the price. Streets stay dangerous. No arrests. No closure.

Gothamist (2025-08-07) reports a driver killed a 44-year-old woman crossing 174th Street and Macombs Road in the Bronx late at night, then fled. Police said, "they're looking for the driver" and have not released a description. The article also details a separate Brooklyn hit-and-run where a man was dragged over 50 feet. NYPD data shows Brooklyn leads in pedestrian injuries this year. Both cases highlight ongoing dangers for people on foot and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes.


31
Bronx Car Wash Worker Killed By Driver

Jul 31 - A driver veered into a bus lane, struck a car wash worker, pinned him, then fled. The worker died. Police arrested the driver two years later. The crash left another man injured.

According to the New York Post (2025-07-31), Trina Bryant was arrested two years after allegedly striking and killing Felix Thomas Bontia, a car wash worker, in Morrisania. Police say Bryant "veered her 2011 Ford Escape directly into the path" of a Toyota Rav4, pinning Bontia and causing fatal injuries. She was charged with manslaughter, vehicular manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article notes Bryant fled on foot after the crash. The case highlights risks for workers near traffic and the consequences of reckless driving.


21
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal

Jul 21 - A sedan struck a 24-year-old man crossing E Tremont Ave with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered back crush injuries. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.

A sedan hit a 24-year-old male pedestrian as he crossed E Tremont Ave at White Plains Rd in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his back. No vehicle damage was reported. The data shows the driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The police report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830586 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-02
13
Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven

Jul 13 - A car struck two vehicles and a pole on Bartow Ave. Eight people hurt. Stella Nyarko-Dei, 71, died. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the scars. All drivers stayed. Police investigate.

According to NY Daily News (2025-07-13), a 79-year-old driver crashed into two cars and a light pole in the Bronx, killing his 71-year-old passenger, Stella Nyarko-Dei, and injuring seven others. The article states, "The impact sent the Hyundai careening into an unoccupied parked car." All drivers remained at the scene. Police said, "The cause of the crash was not immediately known." No arrests were made. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle collisions and the vulnerability of passengers. Authorities continue to investigate the sequence and cause of the crash.


12
Passenger Dies After Bronx Car Crash

Jul 12 - A 71-year-old passenger died. A 79-year-old driver struck two cars, then a pole. Metal twisted. Lives changed. The street stayed silent.

CBS New York (2025-07-12) reports a 71-year-old passenger died after a crash in Co-op City, Bronx. Police said a 79-year-old driver 'slammed into two cars before hitting a light pole.' The sequence ended in fatal injury. The article highlights the impact but does not detail causes. The crash underscores risks for passengers and raises questions about driver fitness and street design. No blame is assigned. The facts stand stark.


4
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Havemeyer Ave

Jul 4 - A pickup truck hit a woman crossing Havemeyer Ave. She suffered severe head cuts. The driver failed to yield. Both were hurt. The street stayed raw and dangerous.

A Ram pickup truck struck a 55-year-old woman as she crossed Havemeyer Ave at Quimby Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to her head. The driver, a 27-year-old man, was also injured. Both injuries were linked to the driver’s failure to yield, as listed in the report. No other contributing factors were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825753 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-02
3
Commissioner Clears Officer In Bronx Killing

Jul 3 - An officer shot an unarmed man during a Bronx traffic stop. The NYPD judge called for firing. The commissioner overruled. The man’s family called it outrage. The system shielded the shooter.

Gothamist (2025-07-03) reports NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch overruled a departmental judge and cleared Lt. Jonathan Rivera, who fatally shot Allan Feliz, unarmed, during a 2019 Bronx traffic stop. Judge Maldonado found Rivera's use of deadly force unjustified, writing it 'requires more than the mere possibility of danger.' Tisch disagreed, citing a 'split-second decision' and risk to another officer. The stop began over a seatbelt. Feliz tried to flee; Rivera fired once, killing him. Tisch's decision echoes the state attorney general, who declined charges. The case highlights the commissioner's power over discipline and ongoing debate about police accountability.


30
Int 0857-2024 Farías 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.


30
Int 0857-2024 Farías votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving 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
Red Light Run Crushes Bronx Pedestrians

Jun 28 - A driver ran a red. Cars slammed. Three pedestrians fell. Sirens cut the night. One man clings to life. The street holds the scars. The driver fled, but police caught him.

CBS New York (2025-06-28) reports a multivehicle crash at Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue. Police say Charles Jenkins "allegedly ran a red light," triggering a collision that sent both vehicles onto the sidewalk. Jenkins' car struck three pedestrians, critically injuring one. Jenkins then "got out of his vehicle and ran away, but he was later arrested." Charges include vehicular assault, reckless endangerment, and fleeing police. The crash highlights the lethal risk of red-light running and unlicensed driving. The investigation continues.


23
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working at Bronx Intersection

Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at Gleason Avenue. She suffered crush injuries to her leg. The driver and a passenger were unhurt. The street saw pain, not justice.

A sedan making a right turn struck a 66-year-old woman working in the roadway at the intersection of 1690 Gleason Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, and a passenger were not injured. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The impact left the pedestrian hurt while the vehicle showed no damage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823005 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-02
21
Seven Injured In Parkway Hit-And-Run

Jun 21 - Seven people hurt. An 18-year-old thrown from a moped, left in critical shape. The crash struck near the Whitestone Bridge. The driver fled. Metal, bodies, and silence on the Hutchinson River Parkway.

CBS New York reported on June 21, 2025, that seven people were injured in a crash on the Hutchinson River Parkway near the Whitestone Bridge. According to the NYPD, 'An 18-year-old was in critical condition after being thrown from a moped in the hit-and-run.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The incident highlights the dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the ongoing threat of hit-and-run crashes on city parkways. No information was provided about arrests or contributing factors. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and the risks posed by high-speed corridors.


16
Navy Veteran Shot Dead In Bronx

Jun 16 - A Navy veteran died in the Bronx. A driver shot him. Police made an arrest. The street became a killing ground. Metal, anger, and a gun ended a life. The city mourns. The danger remains.

CBS New York reported on June 16, 2025, that Keino Campbell, 27, a U.S. Navy veteran, was shot and killed in the Bronx during an alleged road rage incident. The article states, “An arrest was made after Keino Campbell, 27, was shot and killed over the weekend in New York City.” The incident highlights the lethal mix of driver aggression and firearms on city streets. Road rage escalated to deadly violence, turning a routine drive into tragedy. The arrest points to a clear driver action—use of a gun following a traffic dispute. The case underscores the urgent need for policy solutions addressing armed drivers and the dangers they pose to all road users.


26
Motorcyclist Ejected, Bleeding After Bronx Crash

May 26 - A motorcycle slammed into parked cars on East 174th Street. The rider, thrown from his bike, suffered severe bleeding and a hip injury. Police cite driver inexperience and unsafe speed. The street bore the scars. The system failed again.

A 56-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on East 174th Street in the Bronx crashed into parked vehicles, including a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe bleeding and a hip injury. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data. No injuries were reported among the occupants of the parked vehicles. The police report highlights the dangers of inexperience and speed behind the handlebars. The crash left one man injured and the street marked by violence.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816394 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-02