Crash Count for Mott Haven-Port Morris
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,559
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,676
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 432
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 42
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 9
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 7, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Mott Haven-Port Morris?

Who Dies Next? Streets Are Bleeding. City Hall Hits Snooze.

Who Dies Next? Streets Are Bleeding. City Hall Hits Snooze.

Mott Haven-Port Morris: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025

The Toll on the Streets

Three dead. Fourteen left with life-changing wounds. In the last twelve months, Mott Haven-Port Morris has seen 736 crashes. Children, elders, cyclists, and pedestrians—no one is spared.

A 57-year-old man on a bike was killed at East 149th and Brook Avenue. A 44-year-old on a moped died at East 149th and Grand Concourse. A 17-year-old boy was crushed by a truck on East 138th. These are not numbers. These are lives cut short, families left with empty chairs.

The Voices in the Aftermath

The pain does not fade. The city moves on. The street stays the same. “No one stops at these stop signs. We see people go through these red lights all the time,” a woman named Nita said after another crash just across the Harlem River.

“I really want there to be speed humps because it’s just terrifying,” resident Nina Schmidt added.

Leadership: Votes and Silence

State Senator Jose Serrano voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act—a bill to force repeat speeders to install devices that keep them from breaking the limit. Assembly Member Amanda Septimo co-sponsored the same bill. Council Member Diana Ayala has backed bills to ban parking near crosswalks and improve street markings. But the deaths keep coming. The fixes come slow.

Most crashes here involve cars, SUVs, and trucks. The city’s own data shows these vehicles are the main threat. The danger is not abstract. It is steel and speed and silence after impact.

What Now?

This is not fate. This is policy. Call your council member. Call your assembly member. Tell them: No more delays. No more deaths. Make every street safe for the most vulnerable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Mott Haven-Port Morris sit politically?
It belongs to borough Bronx, community board Bronx CB1, city council district District 8, assembly district AD 84 and state senate district SD 29.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Mott Haven-Port Morris?
Cars and SUVs caused the most harm: 216 pedestrian injuries (11 serious), 1 death. Trucks and buses: 22 injuries, 1 death. Motorcycles and mopeds: 13 injuries, no deaths. Bikes: 6 injuries, no deaths. (Source: NYC Open Data, 2022–2025)
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. The numbers show a pattern. Crashes happen again and again in the same places. They are preventable with better street design, lower speeds, and enforcement.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can pass and enforce laws to slow cars, redesign streets, and hold repeat dangerous drivers accountable. They can fund protected bike lanes and crossings. They can act faster.
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.
How many people were killed or seriously hurt in the last year?
In the last 12 months: 3 killed, 14 seriously injured, 531 total injuries in 736 crashes. (NYC Open Data, 2022–2025)
What should I do if I want safer streets?
Call your council member, assembly member, and senator. Demand lower speed limits, protected bike lanes, and action against repeat dangerous drivers.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Amanda Septimo
Assembly Member Amanda Septimo
District 84
District Office:
384 E. 149th St. Suite 202, Bronx, NY 10455
Legislative Office:
Room 536, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Diana Ayala
Council Member Diana Ayala
District 8
District Office:
105 East 116th Street, New York, NY 10029
212-828-9800
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1880, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6960
Twitter: DianaAyalaNYC
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

Mott Haven-Port Morris Mott Haven-Port Morris sits in Bronx, Precinct 40, District 8, AD 84, SD 29, Bronx CB1.

See also
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Mott Haven-Port Morris

Distracted Sedan Hits Man in Bronx Crosswalk

A sedan struck a 49-year-old man in a marked Bronx crosswalk. He bled from the head but stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The car showed no damage. The man bore the scars. The street stayed silent.

A 49-year-old man was crossing East 138th Street at Willis Avenue in a marked crosswalk when a sedan hit him. According to the police report, the man suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The driver of the sedan was distracted and inexperienced. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The vehicle, registered in Maryland, showed no damage. The pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing without a signal, as noted in the report. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, while the driver’s errors stand out in the official account.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641363 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Pedestrian Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision

A 39-year-old man was struck by a sedan on East 149 Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 149 Street struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection near Cauldwell Avenue. The pedestrian was injured across his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was noted to have 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no helmet or safety equipment was involved. The vehicle had no damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was not ejected from the roadway.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4646215 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Making Left Turn

A Dodge SUV struck a Chevrolet sedan on East 149 Street in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 57, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The SUV driver was distracted and followed too closely. Impact hit the sedan's left rear quarter panel.

According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on East 149 Street rear-ended a Chevrolet sedan making a left turn northbound. The collision occurred at the sedan's left rear quarter panel. The sedan's 57-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left rear quarter panels.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640872 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Unlicensed Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Crash

A moped driver crashed into a sedan on East 149 Street in the Bronx. The moped struck the sedan’s rear center while traveling east. The 33-year-old moped driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious after the impact.

According to the police report, a moped and a sedan collided on East 149 Street near Bergen Avenue in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and was semiconscious at the scene. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor. The moped driver was unlicensed. The sedan was passing and was struck at the center back end by the moped’s center front end. The moped driver was not ejected and did not use any safety equipment. The crash caused a complaint of pain or nausea. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642004 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sedan Turns Into E-Bike Rider Bronx

A sedan turning right struck a northbound e-bike on Willis Avenue. The 43-year-old cyclist suffered bruises and leg injuries. The rider stayed conscious. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged.

According to the police report, a 43-year-old male e-bike rider traveling north on Willis Avenue was hit by a southbound sedan making a right turn at East 138th Street. The cyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He remained conscious and was not ejected from the bike. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged in the crash. The report lists only unspecified contributing factors and does not detail any specific driver errors. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment. No blame is assigned to the victim.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638331 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Taxi Rear-Ends Box Truck on Major Deegan

A taxi struck the rear of a box truck on the Major Deegan Expressway. The right rear passenger in the taxi suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. No ejections occurred.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on the Major Deegan Expressway rear-ended a box truck also heading north. The taxi was slowing or stopping when the collision occurred at the center back end of the truck. The right rear passenger in the taxi, a 41-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions unrelated to the collision. The box truck sustained no damage, while the taxi's left rear bumper was damaged. No safety equipment was noted for the injured passenger.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642427 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
A 7043
Serrano votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


A 7043
Septimo votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


A 7043
Septimo votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


A 7043
Serrano votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


S 6808
Serrano votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.

Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.


Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Bronx

A motorcycle struck the left front of a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard. The sedan’s front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed and speeding. The sedan driver was licensed and turning left.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south at unsafe speed collided with the left front bumper of a sedan making a left turn westbound on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 36-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead at unsafe speed. The sedan driver was licensed and executing a left turn. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637285 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
S 2714
Serrano votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.


SUV Collides With Bus on East 138 Street

A 42-year-old woman driving an SUV northbound struck a bus traveling east on East 138 Street. The SUV's front bumper hit the bus's right side doors. The driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries but was conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old female driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2011 NE/F bus on East 138 Street. The SUV was traveling north, and the bus was going east. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper against the bus's right side doors. The driver sustained contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm but was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Five occupants were in the bus, but no injuries to them are reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632889 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Hits 9-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing

A 9-year-old boy was struck by an SUV turning right on Willis Avenue in the Bronx. The child suffered bruises and leg injuries. The driver was distracted. The boy was crossing against the signal at the time of impact.

According to the police report, a 9-year-old pedestrian was injured when a 2021 Jeep SUV made a right turn on Willis Avenue and struck him. The child was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The impact occurred on the vehicle's left front quarter panel, causing contusions and injuries to the boy's knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim safety equipment were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and sustained moderate injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4633594 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
S 775
Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.


SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Bicyclist

A 22-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The SUV, traveling north, made a left turn and struck the cyclist on the left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.

According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling south on Southern Boulevard was struck by a northbound SUV making a left turn. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the bicycle and the right front bumper of the SUV. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV driver was licensed; the bicyclist held a permit. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to cyclists traveling straight through intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632655 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
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E-Bike Passenger Ejected in Bronx Collision

A sedan and an e-bike collided on East 149 Street near Grand Concourse. The e-bike driver and passenger were both ejected and suffered severe fractures and dislocations. The passenger was riding outside the vehicle. Traffic control was disregarded.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south and an e-bike traveling west collided head-on on East 149 Street near Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The e-bike carried two men, both 25 years old. The driver and the passenger were ejected from the bike. Both suffered serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to the hip, upper leg, and entire body. The passenger was riding or hanging on the outside of the e-bike without safety equipment. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4628459 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Makes Improper Turn, Hits Pedestrian

A 67-year-old woman was struck while crossing Willis Avenue. The SUV made an improper U-turn with limited view. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash exposed dangerous driver errors.

According to the police report, a 67-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Willis Avenue after being hit by a 2015 Kia SUV. The driver, a licensed female, was making an improper U-turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. Contributing factors included the driver's improper turning and limited view. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. The SUV sustained no damage despite impact to its right front bumper. This crash highlights the risks posed by driver errors such as turning improperly and failing to ensure clear visibility before maneuvering.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4628009 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Pedestrian Injured by Truck on East 134 Street

A 62-year-old man was struck by a chassis cab truck while crossing East 134 Street in the Bronx. The impact hit the truck’s right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a back injury and was left in shock. No visible complaints were reported.

According to the police report, a 62-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a chassis cab truck traveling east on East 134 Street struck him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at a location not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a back injury and was in shock but had no visible complaints. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted but no driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding are recorded.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635143 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14