About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 12
▸ Crush Injuries 8
▸ Severe Bleeding 3
▸ Severe Lacerations 3
▸ Concussion 9
▸ Whiplash 42
▸ Contusion/Bruise 29
▸ Abrasion 36
▸ Pain/Nausea 26
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Hunts Point
- 2023 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW5598) – 256 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2025 White RAM Pickup (348KCS) – 69 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2021 Gray BMW Sedan (LTJ8531) – 64 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2015 Gray BMW Sedan (KGALLEGO) – 33 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2025 Mazda Spor (K53VCX) – 31 times • 2 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Leggett and Bruckner: a woman in the crosswalk, a driver who kept going
Hunts Point: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 3, 2025
Just after midnight at Leggett and Bruckner, a 32-year-old woman lay in the crosswalk. The driver went north and did not stop (ABC7, Gothamist, NY Daily News, NYC Open Data).
She is one of 9 people killed on Hunts Point streets since Jan 1, 2022. Police recorded 1,100 injuries in that same window (NYC Open Data). The numbers keep coming.
Night brings more hurt. Around 9 PM, this area logged 102 injuries and 4 serious injuries — the worst single hour on the clock (NYC Open Data). Trucks add weight to the risk; this period includes at least one pedestrian death involving a truck and more injuries tied to heavy vehicles (NYC Open Data). Failure to yield and distraction show up again and again in crash reports here (NYC Open Data).
Across Hunts Point, Bruckner corridors rack up bodies and broken bones. On Bruckner Boulevard, police logged 271 injuries. Nearby entries list Bruckner Blvd again with 2 deaths and 79 injuries. The expressway adds 96 injuries and 2 serious injuries to the toll (NYC Open Data). The same names, the same harm.
In 2023, as the Bronx waited for leadership, Council Member Rafael Salamanca said it plain: “There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx… Please speed it up” (Streetsblog NYC). The crashes did not wait.
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The corner keeps bleeding
Aug 26, 2025. The woman killed at Leggett and Bruckner was identified as Dilmania Lopez de Rodriguez. Police say she was in the crosswalk when a northbound driver struck her and fled (ABC7, New York Post, NY Daily News).
This is not the first time the Bruckner spine shows up in the logs. The roll of injuries on Bruckner Boulevard and the expressway marks it as a repeat hotspot in this neighborhood (NYC Open Data).
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What the numbers say about when and how
Hunts Point saw 1,897 crashes logged since 2022. They include 9 deaths and 14 serious injuries across modes. Pedestrians alone suffered 39 recorded cases from SUVs, 30 from sedans, and 15 from trucks; at least one of those truck cases was fatal (NYC Open Data).
The 9 PM hour hits hard here, followed by steady harm late into the night and after midnight. Reports list named factors like failure to yield and driver distraction among the causes pinned to local crashes (NYC Open Data).
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The fixes are on paper
Basic street moves fit the pattern at Bruckner and Leggett: daylight every corner, give longer lead-walk time, harden turns, and tame truck turns on the northbound approach. Target enforcement at night when the injuries spike. Focus on trucks where they mix with people on foot — this neighborhood sees them every day. These steps match the harms in the logs here (NYC Open Data).
Citywide, the state has a bill to stop the worst repeat speeders. In Albany, the Senate’s S 4045 advanced with local Senator Jose Serrano listed as a co-sponsor and a “yes” vote in committee (Open States). In the Assembly, Amanda Septimo co-sponsors the matching A 2299 (Open States). These bills would require intelligent speed limiters for drivers with repeat violations, a direct curb on the small group that does outsize harm.
Lower speeds save lives. The city has the tools to drop speeds and redesign its worst corridors. The pressure comes from you. Start here: Take action.
Frequently Asked Questions
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▸ Who can fix this, and what’s on the table?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – NYC Open Data (Crashes) - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-03
- 32-year-old pedestrian killed in hit-and-run in the Bronx, ABC7, Published 2025-08-26
- Woman killed in Bronx hit-and-run, police say, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-26
- Bronx mother, 32, fatally struck in hit-and-run in crosswalk, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-30
- Woman, 32, fatally struck by hit-and-run driver while crossing NYC street: cops, New York Post, Published 2025-08-26
- Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-09-13
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Amanda Septimo
District 84
Council Member Rafael Salamanca, Jr.
District 17
State Senator Jose Serrano
District 29
▸ Other Geographies
Hunts Point Hunts Point sits in Bronx, Precinct 41, District 17, AD 84, SD 29, Bronx CB2.
Traffic Safety Timeline for Hunts Point
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Man struck and killed in deadly hit-and-run in the Bronx▸
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Man struck and killed in deadly hit-and-run in the Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-09-07
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Box cutter-wielding Mercedes driver slashes bike-riding dad in NYC road rage clash: cops, sources▸
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Box cutter-wielding Mercedes driver slashes bike-riding dad in NYC road rage clash: cops, sources,
New York Post,
Published 2025-09-05
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Driver Hits Parked Forklift on Bryant, Bronx▸Aug 29 - On Bryant Ave in the Bronx, a driver in an Acura hit a parked forklift at 7:32 a.m. The car’s right front was damaged. The 48-year-old driver suffered neck pain. Police listed the forklift as parked and recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in an Acura car/SUV hit a parked forklift near 324 Bryant Ave in the Bronx at 7:32 a.m. The driver, 48, was injured and reported neck pain. Damage was recorded to the car’s right front quarter panel; the forklift showed bumper damage. According to the police report, the forklift was parked and the car’s point of impact was the right front quarter. The report lists no contributing factor, and police recorded no driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt.
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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.
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Tailgating crash on Edgewater Road▸Aug 24 - Eastbound merge. A bumper kiss turns hard. Sedan hits sedan on Edgewater by Bruckner. Driver’s neck cut, airbag blows. Police cite tailgating. The road punishes the close and quick.
A merging eastbound vehicle struck an eastbound 2013 Chevy sedan near Edgewater Rd and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. One male driver, 29, was injured with a neck abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Following Too Closely.” Data also shows the merging vehicle’s right front bumper hit the other car’s front, consistent with tailgating during a merge. Driver errors cited include Following Too Closely for multiple involved persons. Safety equipment noted: air bag deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this collision.
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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.
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Cyclist Strikes Parked SUV's Right Front▸Aug 22 - A cyclist riding west struck the right front quarter of a parked SUV at Hunts Point. The 38-year-old rider suffered a neck injury, reported pain and shock. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
At 529 Hunts Point Ave in the Bronx, a westbound bicyclist collided with the right front quarter of a parked 2024 Honda SUV. The 38-year-old male bicyclist suffered a neck injury, complained of pain or nausea, and was in shock. According to the police report, contributing factor was listed as "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV sustained damage to its right-side doors; the bike was reported with no damage. Police recorded the SUV as parked and the bicycle as going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or additional injuries were specified in the report.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 10 - A sedan driver turning left hit a motorcycle going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St. The motorcycle driver and a sedan occupant were injured. Police cited improper lane use and turning errors.
A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a motorcycle rider going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver suffered a head injury and was ejected. A 25-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Turning Improperly" were recorded as contributing factors. Police noted left-side impact to the sedan and front-end damage to the motorcycle. Both vehicles were traveling north. No pedestrians were involved.
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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.
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Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-09
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-07
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Aggressive Lane Change on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver▸Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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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.
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Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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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.
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Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
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Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
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Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
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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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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Man struck and killed in deadly hit-and-run in the Bronx▸
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Man struck and killed in deadly hit-and-run in the Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-09-07
5
Box cutter-wielding Mercedes driver slashes bike-riding dad in NYC road rage clash: cops, sources▸
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Box cutter-wielding Mercedes driver slashes bike-riding dad in NYC road rage clash: cops, sources,
New York Post,
Published 2025-09-05
29
Driver Hits Parked Forklift on Bryant, Bronx▸Aug 29 - On Bryant Ave in the Bronx, a driver in an Acura hit a parked forklift at 7:32 a.m. The car’s right front was damaged. The 48-year-old driver suffered neck pain. Police listed the forklift as parked and recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in an Acura car/SUV hit a parked forklift near 324 Bryant Ave in the Bronx at 7:32 a.m. The driver, 48, was injured and reported neck pain. Damage was recorded to the car’s right front quarter panel; the forklift showed bumper damage. According to the police report, the forklift was parked and the car’s point of impact was the right front quarter. The report lists no contributing factor, and police recorded no driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt.
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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.
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Tailgating crash on Edgewater Road▸Aug 24 - Eastbound merge. A bumper kiss turns hard. Sedan hits sedan on Edgewater by Bruckner. Driver’s neck cut, airbag blows. Police cite tailgating. The road punishes the close and quick.
A merging eastbound vehicle struck an eastbound 2013 Chevy sedan near Edgewater Rd and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. One male driver, 29, was injured with a neck abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Following Too Closely.” Data also shows the merging vehicle’s right front bumper hit the other car’s front, consistent with tailgating during a merge. Driver errors cited include Following Too Closely for multiple involved persons. Safety equipment noted: air bag deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this collision.
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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.
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Cyclist Strikes Parked SUV's Right Front▸Aug 22 - A cyclist riding west struck the right front quarter of a parked SUV at Hunts Point. The 38-year-old rider suffered a neck injury, reported pain and shock. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
At 529 Hunts Point Ave in the Bronx, a westbound bicyclist collided with the right front quarter of a parked 2024 Honda SUV. The 38-year-old male bicyclist suffered a neck injury, complained of pain or nausea, and was in shock. According to the police report, contributing factor was listed as "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV sustained damage to its right-side doors; the bike was reported with no damage. Police recorded the SUV as parked and the bicycle as going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or additional injuries were specified in the report.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 10 - A sedan driver turning left hit a motorcycle going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St. The motorcycle driver and a sedan occupant were injured. Police cited improper lane use and turning errors.
A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a motorcycle rider going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver suffered a head injury and was ejected. A 25-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Turning Improperly" were recorded as contributing factors. Police noted left-side impact to the sedan and front-end damage to the motorcycle. Both vehicles were traveling north. No pedestrians were involved.
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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.
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Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-09
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-07
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Aggressive Lane Change on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver▸Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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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.
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Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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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.
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Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
- Man struck and killed in deadly hit-and-run in the Bronx, ABC7, Published 2025-09-07
5
Box cutter-wielding Mercedes driver slashes bike-riding dad in NYC road rage clash: cops, sources▸
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Box cutter-wielding Mercedes driver slashes bike-riding dad in NYC road rage clash: cops, sources,
New York Post,
Published 2025-09-05
29
Driver Hits Parked Forklift on Bryant, Bronx▸Aug 29 - On Bryant Ave in the Bronx, a driver in an Acura hit a parked forklift at 7:32 a.m. The car’s right front was damaged. The 48-year-old driver suffered neck pain. Police listed the forklift as parked and recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in an Acura car/SUV hit a parked forklift near 324 Bryant Ave in the Bronx at 7:32 a.m. The driver, 48, was injured and reported neck pain. Damage was recorded to the car’s right front quarter panel; the forklift showed bumper damage. According to the police report, the forklift was parked and the car’s point of impact was the right front quarter. The report lists no contributing factor, and police recorded no driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt.
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.
24
Tailgating crash on Edgewater Road▸Aug 24 - Eastbound merge. A bumper kiss turns hard. Sedan hits sedan on Edgewater by Bruckner. Driver’s neck cut, airbag blows. Police cite tailgating. The road punishes the close and quick.
A merging eastbound vehicle struck an eastbound 2013 Chevy sedan near Edgewater Rd and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. One male driver, 29, was injured with a neck abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Following Too Closely.” Data also shows the merging vehicle’s right front bumper hit the other car’s front, consistent with tailgating during a merge. Driver errors cited include Following Too Closely for multiple involved persons. Safety equipment noted: air bag deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this collision.
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.
22
Cyclist Strikes Parked SUV's Right Front▸Aug 22 - A cyclist riding west struck the right front quarter of a parked SUV at Hunts Point. The 38-year-old rider suffered a neck injury, reported pain and shock. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
At 529 Hunts Point Ave in the Bronx, a westbound bicyclist collided with the right front quarter of a parked 2024 Honda SUV. The 38-year-old male bicyclist suffered a neck injury, complained of pain or nausea, and was in shock. According to the police report, contributing factor was listed as "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV sustained damage to its right-side doors; the bike was reported with no damage. Police recorded the SUV as parked and the bicycle as going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or additional injuries were specified in the report.
10
Sedan Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 10 - A sedan driver turning left hit a motorcycle going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St. The motorcycle driver and a sedan occupant were injured. Police cited improper lane use and turning errors.
A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a motorcycle rider going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver suffered a head injury and was ejected. A 25-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Turning Improperly" were recorded as contributing factors. Police noted left-side impact to the sedan and front-end damage to the motorcycle. Both vehicles were traveling north. No pedestrians were involved.
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.
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Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-09
7
Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-07
28
Aggressive Lane Change on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver▸Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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.
25
Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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.
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Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
- Box cutter-wielding Mercedes driver slashes bike-riding dad in NYC road rage clash: cops, sources, New York Post, Published 2025-09-05
29
Driver Hits Parked Forklift on Bryant, Bronx▸Aug 29 - On Bryant Ave in the Bronx, a driver in an Acura hit a parked forklift at 7:32 a.m. The car’s right front was damaged. The 48-year-old driver suffered neck pain. Police listed the forklift as parked and recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in an Acura car/SUV hit a parked forklift near 324 Bryant Ave in the Bronx at 7:32 a.m. The driver, 48, was injured and reported neck pain. Damage was recorded to the car’s right front quarter panel; the forklift showed bumper damage. According to the police report, the forklift was parked and the car’s point of impact was the right front quarter. The report lists no contributing factor, and police recorded no driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt.
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.
24
Tailgating crash on Edgewater Road▸Aug 24 - Eastbound merge. A bumper kiss turns hard. Sedan hits sedan on Edgewater by Bruckner. Driver’s neck cut, airbag blows. Police cite tailgating. The road punishes the close and quick.
A merging eastbound vehicle struck an eastbound 2013 Chevy sedan near Edgewater Rd and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. One male driver, 29, was injured with a neck abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Following Too Closely.” Data also shows the merging vehicle’s right front bumper hit the other car’s front, consistent with tailgating during a merge. Driver errors cited include Following Too Closely for multiple involved persons. Safety equipment noted: air bag deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this collision.
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.
22
Cyclist Strikes Parked SUV's Right Front▸Aug 22 - A cyclist riding west struck the right front quarter of a parked SUV at Hunts Point. The 38-year-old rider suffered a neck injury, reported pain and shock. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
At 529 Hunts Point Ave in the Bronx, a westbound bicyclist collided with the right front quarter of a parked 2024 Honda SUV. The 38-year-old male bicyclist suffered a neck injury, complained of pain or nausea, and was in shock. According to the police report, contributing factor was listed as "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV sustained damage to its right-side doors; the bike was reported with no damage. Police recorded the SUV as parked and the bicycle as going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or additional injuries were specified in the report.
10
Sedan Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 10 - A sedan driver turning left hit a motorcycle going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St. The motorcycle driver and a sedan occupant were injured. Police cited improper lane use and turning errors.
A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a motorcycle rider going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver suffered a head injury and was ejected. A 25-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Turning Improperly" were recorded as contributing factors. Police noted left-side impact to the sedan and front-end damage to the motorcycle. Both vehicles were traveling north. No pedestrians were involved.
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.
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Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-09
7
Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-07
28
Aggressive Lane Change on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver▸Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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.
25
Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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.
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Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Aug 29 - On Bryant Ave in the Bronx, a driver in an Acura hit a parked forklift at 7:32 a.m. The car’s right front was damaged. The 48-year-old driver suffered neck pain. Police listed the forklift as parked and recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in an Acura car/SUV hit a parked forklift near 324 Bryant Ave in the Bronx at 7:32 a.m. The driver, 48, was injured and reported neck pain. Damage was recorded to the car’s right front quarter panel; the forklift showed bumper damage. According to the police report, the forklift was parked and the car’s point of impact was the right front quarter. The report lists no contributing factor, and police recorded no driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt.
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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.
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Tailgating crash on Edgewater Road▸Aug 24 - Eastbound merge. A bumper kiss turns hard. Sedan hits sedan on Edgewater by Bruckner. Driver’s neck cut, airbag blows. Police cite tailgating. The road punishes the close and quick.
A merging eastbound vehicle struck an eastbound 2013 Chevy sedan near Edgewater Rd and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. One male driver, 29, was injured with a neck abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Following Too Closely.” Data also shows the merging vehicle’s right front bumper hit the other car’s front, consistent with tailgating during a merge. Driver errors cited include Following Too Closely for multiple involved persons. Safety equipment noted: air bag deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this collision.
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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.
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Cyclist Strikes Parked SUV's Right Front▸Aug 22 - A cyclist riding west struck the right front quarter of a parked SUV at Hunts Point. The 38-year-old rider suffered a neck injury, reported pain and shock. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
At 529 Hunts Point Ave in the Bronx, a westbound bicyclist collided with the right front quarter of a parked 2024 Honda SUV. The 38-year-old male bicyclist suffered a neck injury, complained of pain or nausea, and was in shock. According to the police report, contributing factor was listed as "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV sustained damage to its right-side doors; the bike was reported with no damage. Police recorded the SUV as parked and the bicycle as going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or additional injuries were specified in the report.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 10 - A sedan driver turning left hit a motorcycle going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St. The motorcycle driver and a sedan occupant were injured. Police cited improper lane use and turning errors.
A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a motorcycle rider going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver suffered a head injury and was ejected. A 25-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Turning Improperly" were recorded as contributing factors. Police noted left-side impact to the sedan and front-end damage to the motorcycle. Both vehicles were traveling north. No pedestrians were involved.
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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.
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Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-09
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-07
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Aggressive Lane Change on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver▸Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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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.
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Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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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.
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Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
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Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
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Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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.
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Tailgating crash on Edgewater Road▸Aug 24 - Eastbound merge. A bumper kiss turns hard. Sedan hits sedan on Edgewater by Bruckner. Driver’s neck cut, airbag blows. Police cite tailgating. The road punishes the close and quick.
A merging eastbound vehicle struck an eastbound 2013 Chevy sedan near Edgewater Rd and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. One male driver, 29, was injured with a neck abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Following Too Closely.” Data also shows the merging vehicle’s right front bumper hit the other car’s front, consistent with tailgating during a merge. Driver errors cited include Following Too Closely for multiple involved persons. Safety equipment noted: air bag deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this collision.
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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.
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Cyclist Strikes Parked SUV's Right Front▸Aug 22 - A cyclist riding west struck the right front quarter of a parked SUV at Hunts Point. The 38-year-old rider suffered a neck injury, reported pain and shock. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
At 529 Hunts Point Ave in the Bronx, a westbound bicyclist collided with the right front quarter of a parked 2024 Honda SUV. The 38-year-old male bicyclist suffered a neck injury, complained of pain or nausea, and was in shock. According to the police report, contributing factor was listed as "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV sustained damage to its right-side doors; the bike was reported with no damage. Police recorded the SUV as parked and the bicycle as going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or additional injuries were specified in the report.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 10 - A sedan driver turning left hit a motorcycle going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St. The motorcycle driver and a sedan occupant were injured. Police cited improper lane use and turning errors.
A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a motorcycle rider going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver suffered a head injury and was ejected. A 25-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Turning Improperly" were recorded as contributing factors. Police noted left-side impact to the sedan and front-end damage to the motorcycle. Both vehicles were traveling north. No pedestrians were involved.
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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.
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Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-09
7
Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-07
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Aggressive Lane Change on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver▸Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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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.
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Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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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.
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Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
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Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Aug 24 - Eastbound merge. A bumper kiss turns hard. Sedan hits sedan on Edgewater by Bruckner. Driver’s neck cut, airbag blows. Police cite tailgating. The road punishes the close and quick.
A merging eastbound vehicle struck an eastbound 2013 Chevy sedan near Edgewater Rd and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. One male driver, 29, was injured with a neck abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Following Too Closely.” Data also shows the merging vehicle’s right front bumper hit the other car’s front, consistent with tailgating during a merge. Driver errors cited include Following Too Closely for multiple involved persons. Safety equipment noted: air bag deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this collision.
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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.
22
Cyclist Strikes Parked SUV's Right Front▸Aug 22 - A cyclist riding west struck the right front quarter of a parked SUV at Hunts Point. The 38-year-old rider suffered a neck injury, reported pain and shock. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
At 529 Hunts Point Ave in the Bronx, a westbound bicyclist collided with the right front quarter of a parked 2024 Honda SUV. The 38-year-old male bicyclist suffered a neck injury, complained of pain or nausea, and was in shock. According to the police report, contributing factor was listed as "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV sustained damage to its right-side doors; the bike was reported with no damage. Police recorded the SUV as parked and the bicycle as going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or additional injuries were specified in the report.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 10 - A sedan driver turning left hit a motorcycle going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St. The motorcycle driver and a sedan occupant were injured. Police cited improper lane use and turning errors.
A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a motorcycle rider going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver suffered a head injury and was ejected. A 25-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Turning Improperly" were recorded as contributing factors. Police noted left-side impact to the sedan and front-end damage to the motorcycle. Both vehicles were traveling north. No pedestrians were involved.
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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.
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Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-09
7
Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-07
28
Aggressive Lane Change on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver▸Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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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.
25
Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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.
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Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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.
22
Cyclist Strikes Parked SUV's Right Front▸Aug 22 - A cyclist riding west struck the right front quarter of a parked SUV at Hunts Point. The 38-year-old rider suffered a neck injury, reported pain and shock. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
At 529 Hunts Point Ave in the Bronx, a westbound bicyclist collided with the right front quarter of a parked 2024 Honda SUV. The 38-year-old male bicyclist suffered a neck injury, complained of pain or nausea, and was in shock. According to the police report, contributing factor was listed as "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV sustained damage to its right-side doors; the bike was reported with no damage. Police recorded the SUV as parked and the bicycle as going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or additional injuries were specified in the report.
10
Sedan Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 10 - A sedan driver turning left hit a motorcycle going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St. The motorcycle driver and a sedan occupant were injured. Police cited improper lane use and turning errors.
A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a motorcycle rider going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver suffered a head injury and was ejected. A 25-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Turning Improperly" were recorded as contributing factors. Police noted left-side impact to the sedan and front-end damage to the motorcycle. Both vehicles were traveling north. No pedestrians were involved.
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.
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Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-09
7
Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-07
28
Aggressive Lane Change on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver▸Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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.
25
Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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.
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Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Aug 22 - A cyclist riding west struck the right front quarter of a parked SUV at Hunts Point. The 38-year-old rider suffered a neck injury, reported pain and shock. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
At 529 Hunts Point Ave in the Bronx, a westbound bicyclist collided with the right front quarter of a parked 2024 Honda SUV. The 38-year-old male bicyclist suffered a neck injury, complained of pain or nausea, and was in shock. According to the police report, contributing factor was listed as "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV sustained damage to its right-side doors; the bike was reported with no damage. Police recorded the SUV as parked and the bicycle as going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or additional injuries were specified in the report.
10
Sedan Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 10 - A sedan driver turning left hit a motorcycle going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St. The motorcycle driver and a sedan occupant were injured. Police cited improper lane use and turning errors.
A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a motorcycle rider going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver suffered a head injury and was ejected. A 25-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Turning Improperly" were recorded as contributing factors. Police noted left-side impact to the sedan and front-end damage to the motorcycle. Both vehicles were traveling north. No pedestrians were involved.
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.
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Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-09
7
Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-07
28
Aggressive Lane Change on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver▸Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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.
25
Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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.
-
Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Aug 10 - A sedan driver turning left hit a motorcycle going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St. The motorcycle driver and a sedan occupant were injured. Police cited improper lane use and turning errors.
A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a motorcycle rider going straight on Bruckner Blvd at Barretto St in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver suffered a head injury and was ejected. A 25-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Turning Improperly" were recorded as contributing factors. Police noted left-side impact to the sedan and front-end damage to the motorcycle. Both vehicles were traveling north. No pedestrians were involved.
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.
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Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-09
7
Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-07
28
Aggressive Lane Change on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver▸Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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.
25
Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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.
-
Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
-
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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.
- Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver, New York Post, Published 2025-08-09
7
Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
-
Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-07
28
Aggressive Lane Change on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver▸Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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.
25
Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
-
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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.
-
Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
-
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
- Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-07
28
Aggressive Lane Change on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver▸Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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.
25
Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
-
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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.
-
Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
-
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Jul 28 - On the Bruckner in the Bronx, a sedan driver changed lanes and hit the back of an SUV. Police recorded aggressive driving. The SUV's 51-year-old driver suffered a neck injury.
A crash on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx involved a driver in an SUV and a driver in a sedan. The SUV driver was going straight south. The sedan driver was changing lanes south. The sedan's left front hit the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the SUV driver used a lap belt and harness.
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.
25
Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
-
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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.
-
Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
-
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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.
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Box Truck Driver Hits Sedan's Left Rear▸Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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.
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Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."
A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute▸Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
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Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-15
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.
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Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.
- Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-07-15
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.
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Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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.
- Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-13
3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt▸Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
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Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.
ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.
- Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt, ABC7, Published 2025-07-03
1
Truck And Sedan Collide On Bruckner Boulevard▸Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
1
Sudden Illness Triggers Bronx Car Crash▸Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.
A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.
30Int 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.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30