Crash Count for Mount Hope
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,300
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 858
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 190
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 14
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 0
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 15, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Mount Hope?

Mount Hope Bleeds: City Stalls, Bodies Fall

Mount Hope: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025

The Toll in Mount Hope

No one died in Mount Hope this year. But the blood still runs. In the last twelve months, 224 people were hurt in crashes here. Three were left with serious injuries. Children, elders, men and women—no one is spared. Crashes come day and night. A 71-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck and left unconscious at Jerome and Burnside. A man’s leg crushed, a head split open, a life changed in seconds. The numbers pile up. The pain does not end.

The Machines That Hurt Us

Cars and SUVs do most of the damage. In three years, they caused 32 pedestrian injuries, including four serious ones. Motorcycles and mopeds hit 13, leaving one with a serious injury. Bikes hurt two. Trucks, buses, and even an ambulance added to the count. No one walks these streets without risk.

What Has Been Done—And What Has Not

The city talks of Vision Zero. They say the streets are safer. They point to new laws, like Sammy’s Law, that let the city lower speed limits. But in Mount Hope, the danger remains. The city has the power to set a 20 mph limit. They have not used it. Speed cameras work, but their future is always in doubt. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program lapsed. Promises are made. Action is slow. The bodies keep coming.

What Comes Next

This is not fate. These are not accidents. Every injury is a choice made by leaders who delay, who wait, who do not act. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand more cameras. Demand streets that do not bleed.

Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.

Citations

Citations
  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705544 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04

Other Representatives

Yudelka Tapia
Assembly Member Yudelka Tapia
District 86
District Office:
2175C Jerome Ave., Bronx, NY 10453
Legislative Office:
Room 551, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Oswald Feliz
Council Member Oswald Feliz
District 15
District Office:
573 East Fordham Road (Entrance on Hoffman Street), Bronx, NY 10458
718-842-8100
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1759, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6966
Twitter: OswaldFeliz
Luis Sepúlveda
State Senator Luis Sepúlveda
District 32
District Office:
975 Kelly St. Suite 203, Bronx, NY 10459
Legislative Office:
Room 412, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247

Traffic Safety Timeline for Mount Hope

Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver

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.


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SUV Backs Into Pedestrians at Mount Hope

An SUV struck a woman and child crossing with the signal. Both suffered leg injuries. The driver failed to yield and backed unsafely. The street bore the impact. The system failed the walkers.

A woman, 34, and a boy, 5, were hit by an SUV while crossing Mount Hope Place with the signal. Both pedestrians suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and backed unsafely while making a U-turn. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The crash left two vulnerable road users hurt at the intersection. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4832896 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on E Burnside Ave

A sedan hit a woman at E Burnside and Jerome. She lay unconscious, hurt across her body. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.

A 30-year-old woman walking at the intersection of E Burnside Ave and Jerome Ave in the Bronx was struck by a sedan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was found unconscious with injuries to her entire body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The woman was not blamed for the crash. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4832891 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Jerome Avenue in Bronx

A sedan hit a man crossing Jerome Avenue. The impact tore his arm. He stayed conscious. Police list no driver errors. The street remains dangerous.

A 30-year-old man was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing Jerome Avenue near West Burnside Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his arm but remained conscious. The sedan, traveling south, hit the pedestrian on its right side. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The crash did not occur at an intersection or marked crosswalk. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4832550 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on Grand Concourse

A moped crashed on Grand Concourse. The rider was ejected and hurt. Police cite improper lane use and driver distraction. Metal and flesh met. The street did not forgive.

A crash involving a moped and two sedans on Grand Concourse in the Bronx left a 20-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The moped overturned, ejecting its rider, who suffered abrasions to the lower leg and foot. No other injuries were reported. The report lists helmet use for the moped rider, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention or use lanes properly.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4833219 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Sedan Ignores Signal, Cyclist Ejected on Bush St

A sedan ran a signal on Bush Street. The crash hurled a cyclist from his bike. He hit the ground hard. His arm bruised. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.

A sedan and a bike collided on Bush Street near Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was conscious after the impact. The data lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The sedan's actions, as described, point to a failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831311 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
SUV Turns Wrong, Hits Pedestrian at E 180 St

SUV swung left on E 180 St. Driver unlicensed. Pedestrian struck, body torn. Passengers shaken. Police cite improper turn, inexperience. System failed to shield the walker.

A BMW SUV, driven by an unlicensed 16-year-old, made an improper left turn at E 180 St and Webster Ave in the Bronx. The vehicle struck a 51-year-old woman crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to her entire body. Two passengers and the driver were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. Police cited 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The driver had no license. The system left the pedestrian exposed to danger.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829125 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Walton Avenue

A sedan hit a cyclist on Walton Avenue. The rider suffered deep face wounds. A child in the car was hurt. Both vehicles were moving straight. Police list causes as unspecified.

A sedan and a bicycle collided on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street in the Bronx. The crash left a 41-year-old cyclist with severe facial lacerations. An infant in the sedan was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the impact occurred. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet use or signals appears in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830401 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
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SUV and Sedan Crash on E Burnside Ave

SUV and sedan collided at E Burnside and Morris. Passenger and driver hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal twisted. Pain spread. System failed.

Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at E Burnside Ave and Morris Ave in the Bronx. A 28-year-old passenger and a 26-year-old driver were injured, both suffering pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash left the SUV damaged on its left side and the sedan's front end crushed. No pedestrians were involved. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The system allowed danger to spread across the intersection.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828456 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Moped Driver Ejected at Unsafe Speed on Tremont

A moped slammed on E Tremont Ave. The driver, ejected, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Unsafe speed and inexperience fueled the crash. The Bronx night turned violent. No helmet. No mercy.

A moped crash on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx left a 33-year-old male driver ejected and bleeding from the head. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The driver, who wore no safety equipment, was conscious but severely injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The moped struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. No other vehicles or persons were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826871 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Distracted Driving Injures Passenger on Grand Concourse

Two sedans collided on Grand Concourse. A woman in the front seat took a blow to the chest. Police cite driver distraction. Metal bent. Night air thick with sirens.

A crash involving two sedans on Grand Concourse in the Bronx left a 33-year-old female passenger injured with chest trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the collision. The impact struck the left rear bumper of one sedan and the right front bumper of another. One passenger suffered whiplash and chest injury. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists distraction as the key factor, with no mention of helmet or signal use.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826358 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Int 0857-2024
Feliz votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.

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.


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

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.


Pierina Sanchez Supports Vendor Permit Cap Lift and Reform

Council bill targets permit caps and harsh crackdowns. Vendors crowd curbs. More feet on the street. Pedestrian presence rises. City weighs who belongs on the sidewalk.

On June 29, 2025, the City Council debated a bill to lift street vendor permit caps and decriminalize violations. Bronx Democrat Pierina Sanchez introduced the measure, stating, 'I am the daughter and granddaughter of street vendors.' The bill aims to replace criminal charges with fines and remove barriers for thousands of vendors. Mayor Eric Adams opposes lifting the cap, citing sidewalk crowding. The matter summary: 'change may be coming for the thousands of street vendors operating in New York City.' Safety analysts note that easing restrictions can boost pedestrian activity and street presence, creating 'safety in numbers' and calming traffic. This could improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists.


Red Light Run Crushes Bronx Pedestrians

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.


Box Truck Slams Sedan on Cross Bronx Expressway

A box truck struck a sedan’s rear on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan driver suffered a bruised leg. Police list contributing factors as unspecified. The crash left one injured.

A box truck hit the back of a sedan on the Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. The sedan’s driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when the box truck struck the sedan’s center back end. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The crash left the sedan’s rear damaged and sent one driver to medical care.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823426 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
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Two Sedans Collide on Valentine Avenue

Two sedans struck on Valentine Avenue. Both drivers injured. Shoulders, back, pain. Night air thick with impact. No clear cause. Streets hold the scars.

Two sedans collided on Valentine Avenue near East Burnside Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers, men aged 23 and 24, suffered injuries to the shoulder and back. According to the police report, both vehicles were parked before the crash. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other errors or violations are noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The cause remains unclear in official records.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824493 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Bronx Navy Veteran Killed In Road Rage

Drag racers struck a car. Words were exchanged. Gunfire followed. Keino Campbell, Navy vet, fell in the Bronx night. Three shots to the chest. His mother grieves. The street stays dangerous. The system failed to keep him safe.

According to the New York Post (2025-06-18), Keino Campbell, 27, was shot and killed in a road rage incident after confronting two drag racers who had bumped his car in the Bronx. The article reports, "Keino Campbell, 27, was shot three times in the chest in a road rage incident." Police arrested Michael Aracena, 20, charging him with murder, manslaughter, and weapon possession. Another suspect, accused of handing over the gun, remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risks of illegal street racing and the easy escalation of violence on city roads. Systemic failures in preventing reckless driving and gun access contributed to the tragedy.


S 8344
Tapia votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.

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

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


Teen Critically Injured In Bronx Subway

A teenager fell from a Bronx subway train. He struck the track bed. The train hit him. His head and wrist were injured. He now lies in critical condition. The city’s system failed to keep him safe.

CBS New York reported on June 17, 2025, that a teenager was critically injured after falling from a 5 train at Baychester Avenue station in the Bronx. Police said the victim, aged 14 to 16, suffered head and wrist injuries after making contact with the train. The incident occurred just after 4 p.m. as the train approached the northbound platform. The MTA recently launched a campaign called 'Ride Inside, Stay Alive' and is testing barriers between subway cars to deter such incidents. According to the NYPD, at least one person has died from subway surfing this year; in 2024, six died, 15 were injured, and 229 were arrested. No driver error was involved, but the event highlights ongoing risks and the need for systemic safety improvements.