Crash Count for Morrisania
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 930
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 554
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 134
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 7
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 5
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Morrisania?

Blood on Webster: Morrisania’s Streets, City Hall’s Silence

Blood on Webster: Morrisania’s Streets, City Hall’s Silence

Morrisania: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025

The Toll in Blood and Silence

Five dead. Five hundred and one injured. That is the price Morrisania has paid since 2022. Children, elders, cyclists, and pedestrians—none spared. In the last year alone, one person killed, 154 injured, four left with life-altering wounds (NYC Open Data).

A man crossing Webster Avenue never made it home. The driver fled. A neighbor stood on the sidewalk, voice flat: “That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father.” (ABC7)

A 14-year-old girl, struck in the crosswalk. A cyclist, 24, thrown from his bike. A 65-year-old woman, crushed by a turning truck. The numbers pile up. The names vanish.

Who Bears the Weight?

SUVs and cars did most of the damage. In three years, they killed one, seriously hurt two, and left dozens with broken bodies. Trucks and mopeds added to the count. Bikes caused no deaths here, but their riders are not immune.

The city touts new laws, lower speed limits, and more cameras. But in Morrisania, the blood dries faster than the promises. Speed cameras work only where they are installed. Laws mean nothing without action. The streets remain the same.

Leadership: Words or Will?

Local leaders have the power. They can demand more cameras, redesign deadly intersections, and lower speed limits. They can push for real change, not just talk. But the silence is loud. The dead cannot vote. The injured cannot march.

What Now?

This is not fate. This is policy. Call your council member. Demand a citywide 20 mph speed limit. Demand more cameras, more daylight, more space for people. Do not wait for another name to be lost.

Take action now.

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Chantel Jackson
Assembly Member Chantel Jackson
District 79
District Office:
780 Concourse Village West Ground Floor Professional, Bronx, NY 10451
Legislative Office:
Room 547, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Rafael Salamanca Jr.
Council Member Rafael Salamanca Jr.
District 17
District Office:
1070 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10459
718-402-6130
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1776, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7505
Twitter: CMsalamancaJr
Luis Sepúlveda
State Senator Luis Sepúlveda
District 32
District Office:
975 Kelly St. Suite 203, Bronx, NY 10459
Legislative Office:
Room 412, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
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Morrisania Morrisania sits in Bronx, Precinct 42, District 17, AD 79, SD 32, Bronx CB3.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Morrisania

S 2714
Sepúlveda votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

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

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


Bronx Pedestrian Injured in Sedan Collision

A 24-year-old man suffered shoulder abrasions after being struck by a sedan in the Bronx. The crash involved two northbound sedans colliding, with impact to the pedestrian and vehicle damage concentrated on front and side panels.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:18 in the Bronx near 3206 3 Avenue. Two sedans, both traveling north, collided. One sedan's left front bumper struck the pedestrian, a 24-year-old male who sustained upper arm and shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. The other sedan was impacted on the right side doors and right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's contributing factors are marked as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. Vehicle damage and injury patterns indicate the pedestrian was hit during the collision between the two vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700412 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
S 6808
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.

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

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


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SUV and Sedan Collide on Boston Road

Two vehicles collided on Boston Road at dusk, injuring three men. The SUV was making a right turn when struck on its right side by a sedan attempting to pass improperly. Driver inexperience and lane misuse contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 on Boston Road involving a 2018 Ford SUV and a 2015 Nissan sedan. The SUV was making a right turn when the sedan, traveling northeast, struck its right side doors with the sedan's left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' for the SUV driver and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for the sedan driver as contributing factors. Three male occupants were injured: the SUV driver, age 28, suffered neck injuries; the front passenger, age 26, sustained knee and lower leg contusions; and the sedan driver, age 21, was also injured. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and none were ejected. The report highlights driver errors without attributing fault to the victims.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694021 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Bronx Crash

A 35-year-old male motorcycle driver was ejected and injured in a Bronx crash. The impact struck the center front end of the motorcycle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash involved improper lane usage.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and ejected during a crash on East 163 Street in the Bronx. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck at the center front end. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The driver was conscious after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane usage on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691823 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Elderly Pedestrian Injured on Boston Road

A 72-year-old woman was struck while crossing Boston Road at a marked crosswalk. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.

According to the police report, a 72-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Boston Road while crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The vehicle, traveling east, struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The vehicle type and driver details were unspecified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4688484 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

An 18-year-old woman was struck by an SUV making a right turn on 3 Avenue. She was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The impact injured her elbow and lower arm, leaving bruises. The driver hit her with the vehicle’s center front end.

According to the police report, an 18-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 3 Avenue with the signal. The driver of a 2021 SUV, making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists no contributing factors from the pedestrian. The driver’s action of turning right led to the collision. No other driver errors or safety equipment issues were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4671228 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
15-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on East 166 Street

A 15-year-old boy was struck by a northbound sedan on East 166 Street. He emerged from behind a parked vehicle and suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the pedestrian at the intersection.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was injured after emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle on East 166 Street. The pedestrian was hit by a northbound Ford sedan, which struck him with its right front bumper, causing contusions to his hip and upper leg. The report lists the pedestrian’s confusion or error as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No driver errors were cited in the report. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered a moderate injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4671232 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Crotona Avenue

A 24-year-old woman was hit while crossing Crotona Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver was making a left turn and struck her with the vehicle’s front center. She suffered bruises and injuries to her entire body but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Crotona Avenue at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The driver, traveling east, was making a left turn when the vehicle's center front end struck her. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her entire body but remained conscious. The report lists the pedestrian’s contributing factor as unspecified and does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle damage was centered at the front, indicating impact with the pedestrian during the turn. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677779 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
5
SUV Hits Sedan on East 161 Street

A 2022 Jeep SUV struck a 2014 Toyota sedan on East 161 Street in the Bronx. Five occupants suffered injuries including hip, knee, and face trauma. Alcohol involvement was a factor. All passengers wore seat belts and were not ejected.

According to the police report, a 2022 Jeep SUV traveling north collided with a 2014 Toyota sedan traveling east on East 161 Street in the Bronx. The SUV impacted the sedan's left side doors with its left side doors and the sedan sustained front-end damage. Five occupants were injured, including the drivers and passengers, with injuries to the hip, knee, elbow, and face. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and none were ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors are specified. The drivers held valid licenses except the sedan driver who had a permit. The crash caused shock and complaints of pain or nausea among the injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4672552 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV and Sedan Collide on East 163 Street

Two vehicles crashed on East 163 Street in the Bronx. A sedan and an SUV collided head-on. The sedan driver suffered chest injuries and bruising. Driver distraction was a factor. Both drivers were licensed men. Damage hit front ends of both vehicles.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver in a 2022 sedan collided with a 2018 SUV on East 163 Street in the Bronx. The sedan driver sustained chest contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The crash involved impact to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men traveling straight ahead. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The SUV carried two occupants, the sedan one. The crash caused moderate injury to the sedan driver and damage to both vehicles' front ends.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4666111 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Clinton Avenue

A 36-year-old male bicyclist was injured in the Bronx when an SUV struck him on Clinton Avenue. The bike rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The SUV's right front bumper took the impact. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Clinton Avenue in the Bronx involving a 2018 Nissan SUV and a bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured with trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV, traveling east, struck the bike, which was traveling south, with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670572 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Boston Road

A sedan struck a bicyclist on Boston Road in the Bronx. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury and abrasions. The driver was distracted. The crash left the cyclist injured but conscious.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Boston Road collided with a northbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained a head injury and abrasions. The driver of the sedan was identified as female and licensed in New York. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured but remained conscious after the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4666099 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bronx Sedan Hits 10-Year-Old Pedestrian

A 10-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on East 168 Street in the Bronx. The child suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The boy was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 10-year-old pedestrian was injured while crossing East 168 Street near Franklin Avenue in the Bronx. The child sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The collision involved a 2018 Honda sedan traveling east, which struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian was at an intersection crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The vehicle showed no damage, and the pedestrian remained conscious after the impact. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4666104 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Scooter Rider Partially Ejected in Bronx Crash

An e-scooter rider was partially ejected during a collision in the Bronx. The 48-year-old man suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder. The crash occurred while another vehicle was merging. The rider remained conscious despite serious injuries.

According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated shoulder in a crash on East 165 Street in the Bronx. The report notes the other vehicle was merging westbound at the time of impact. The e-scooter had no damage, and the rider wore no specified helmet. Contributing factors are listed as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The rider was conscious after the crash but suffered severe upper arm injuries. The collision involved an unspecified vehicle merging into the rider's path, leading to the partial ejection and injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4664804 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability

The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.

On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.


Bronx Pedestrian Severely Injured Crossing Against Signal

A 31-year-old man was struck at an intersection in the Bronx. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his entire body. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The driver’s errors are not specified in the report.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Tinton Avenue in the Bronx. He was crossing against the signal when the collision happened. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his entire body and remained conscious after the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle actions are provided. The pedestrian’s crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver failures such as failure to yield or speeding are recorded.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4672556 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Strikes Sedan on Boston Road

A moped collided with a sedan on Boston Road in the Bronx. The moped driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The crash involved improper lane usage and unsafe speed by the moped driver. No ejections occurred.

According to the police report, a moped traveling south on Boston Road struck the left side doors of a sedan stopped in traffic. The moped driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" by the moped driver. The sedan had two occupants and was damaged on the right side doors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No ejections were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to improper lane usage and unsafe speed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659995 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Bronx Collision

A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was injured in the Bronx. The crash happened near East 169 Street. The driver suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. The scooter's front center was damaged. Confusion contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured in a collision near East 169 Street in the Bronx. The driver sustained neck injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The e-scooter was traveling west, going straight ahead, and the point of impact was the center front end, which also sustained damage. No other vehicles or pedestrians are mentioned. The report does not indicate any driver errors beyond the pedestrian confusion factor. The driver was not ejected and wore unknown safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670571 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
9-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Crash

A 9-year-old boy riding a bike was injured in the Bronx at 3 Avenue and 3265. The boy suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The crash involved driver inattention and bicyclist confusion. No helmet was worn. The boy remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 9-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash in the Bronx near 3 Avenue and 3265. The boy suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to maintain focus. Additionally, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was noted, showing some confusion on the bicyclist's part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a bike traveling northeast and making a right turn, with impact on the left rear bumper. No vehicle damage was reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4657913 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04