Crash Count for Crotona Park East
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 972
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 577
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 122
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 9
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 3
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 31, 2025
Carnage in Crotona Park East
Detailed breakdowns aren’t yet available for this year slice; totals below reflect the selected window.
Killed 3
Crush Injuries 2
Chest 1
Neck 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Severe Bleeding 2
Head 2
Severe Lacerations 4
Face 2
Head 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Concussion 5
Head 2
Back 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Whole body 1
Whiplash 12
Neck 4
Back 3
Head 2
Whole body 2
Hip/upper leg 1
Contusion/Bruise 38
Lower leg/foot 12
+7
Head 7
+2
Face 6
+1
Shoulder/upper arm 4
Hip/upper leg 3
Neck 3
Lower arm/hand 2
Whole body 2
Abrasion 15
Face 3
Head 3
Lower leg/foot 3
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Lower arm/hand 2
Whole body 2
Pain/Nausea 6
Neck 2
Whole body 2
Lower arm/hand 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 31, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Crotona Park East?

Preventable Speeding in Crotona Park East School Zones

(since 2022)

Caught Speeding Recently in Crotona Park East

Vehicles – Caught Speeding in NYC (12 months)
  1. 2023 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW5598) – 253 times • 2 in last 90d here
  2. 2024 Gray Subaru Suburban (LHW6587) – 113 times • 1 in last 90d here
  3. 2024 Tesla Pickup (K30ULL) – 76 times • 1 in last 90d here
  4. 2023 Blue Kia Sedan (KXL5269) – 73 times • 1 in last 90d here
  5. 2018 Red Volkswagen 4S (SKL4509) – 53 times • 2 in last 90d here

E 169 and Tiffany: a cyclist down. The pattern doesn’t stop.

Crotona Park East: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 31, 2025

On Sep 19, 2025, at E 169 St and Tiffany St, a driver in a sedan and a 19‑year‑old on a bike collided. The cyclist was injured, records show (NYC Open Data).

This Week

  • Sep 5: A driver going west on Southern Boulevard hit a 47‑year‑old woman at an intersection; police recorded driver inattention (NYC Open Data).
  • Aug 21: At Home St and Southern Boulevard, a driver turning left hit a person on a bike; the rider was ejected and suffered a head injury (NYC Open Data).
  • Aug 2: On Bruckner Boulevard, a crash injured a woman on a bike (NYC Open Data).

The toll here is not a mystery

Since 2022 in Crotona Park East, traffic crashes have killed 3 people and injured 576 (NYC Open Data). That includes 98 people walking and 44 people on bikes injured. At least 9 were seriously hurt. Trucks and buses injured people walking in 9 cases over this period (NYC Open Data).

Crashes cluster in the rush of the evening. Injuries spike around 6 PM, with 42 injuries recorded at that hour (NYC Open Data).

Southern Boulevard keeps drawing blood

Southern Boulevard is a repeat scene: 1 death and 32 injuries in this area since 2022. E 174 St has at least 8 injuries tied to crashes. Police codes cite driver inattention, failure to yield, unsafe speed, improper passing, and disregarded signals across crashes here (NYC Open Data).

Street fixes are not theory. Hard‑protect turns at Southern and Home. Daylight corners. Add protected space for people on bikes where the harm is worst. Target truck movements and enforce turning rules.

The policy road is open. Will leaders use it?

Families have begged for slower speeds for years. “We are demanding that the Speaker bring this to a vote,” a mother told lawmakers during a rally for Sammy’s Law (Streetsblog NYC).

City Hall and Albany also know repeat speeders are a small group doing big harm. The state Senate’s S 4045 would require speed‑limiters for drivers who rack up violations. State Sen. Luis Sepúlveda, who represents this area, co‑sponsored it and voted yes in committee on Jun 11 and Jun 12, 2025 (Open States).

At City Hall, some lawmakers have attacked proven redesigns. In a 2024 oversight hearing, Council Members — including local member Rafael Salamanca Jr. — slammed DOT projects even as data showed fewer crashes and injuries on them (Streetsblog NYC). Another hearing put delivery apps on notice: “Right now, delivery workers are essentially incentivized for speed… often putting the lives of pedestrians at risk,” Councilmember Lynn Schulman said (Gothamist).

Slow the cars, save a life on the corner

Two clear steps now:

  • Lower New York City’s default speed limit to 20 MPH under Sammy’s Law.
  • Pass speed‑limiters for repeat offenders by enacting S 4045.

Southern Boulevard does not need another memorial. Neither does E 169 and Tiffany. Tell your leaders to act. Start here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC Open Data’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets — Crashes (h9gi-nx95), Persons (f55k-p6yu), and Vehicles (bm4k-52h4) — filtered to the Crotona Park East neighborhood (NTA BX0303) and the period Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 31, 2025. We grouped records by mode (person type) and location to tally injuries, deaths, top streets, and hourly patterns. Data was last pulled Oct 30, 2025. You can explore the base datasets here.
Which corners are the worst in Crotona Park East?
Southern Boulevard stands out with 1 death and 32 injuries; E 174 St shows at least 8 injuries tied to crashes, based on NYC Open Data’s crash records for this area.
When are crashes most common here?
Injuries peak around 6 PM, with 42 injuries recorded at that hour in this neighborhood since 2022, per NYC Open Data’s crash records.
Who represents this area and what have they done?
State Sen. Luis Sepúlveda represents this area and co‑sponsored S 4045 to require speed‑limiters for repeat speeders; he voted yes in committee on Jun 11–12, 2025. Council Member Rafael Salamanca Jr. criticized DOT safety projects at a 2024 hearing, even as data showed fewer crashes on those redesigns; other councilmembers pressed delivery apps on unsafe incentives. Sources: Open States; Streetsblog NYC; Gothamist.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Assembly Member Emérita Torres

District 85

Council Member Rafael Salamanca, Jr.

District 17

State Senator Luis Sepúlveda

District 32

Other Geographies

Crotona Park East Crotona Park East sits in Bronx, Precinct 42, District 17, AD 85, SD 32, Bronx CB3.

See also
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Crotona Park East

25
Ambulance and Taxi Collide on E 173 St Bronx

Jun 25 - Ambulance and taxi crashed at E 173 St. Two passengers hurt. Back injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens and pain. No clear cause. The street swallowed another day.

An ambulance and a taxi collided at 1010 E 173 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were making left turns when they struck each other. Two people were injured: a 31-year-old female taxi driver and a 39-year-old male passenger, both suffering back injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824275 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
23
Sedan Struck While Parked on E 167th Street

Jun 23 - A parked Ford sedan took a hit to its right rear bumper. One woman suffered neck injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.

A Ford sedan, parked near 943 E 167th Street in the Bronx, was struck on its right rear bumper by another vehicle. One woman, the driver, sustained neck injuries and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as the contributing factor. The impact targeted the parked vehicle’s rear, leaving the driver with whiplash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any errors by the injured party. The only listed safety equipment was a lap belt and harness, noted after the driver error.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822781 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
22
Seven Hurt In Hutchinson Parkway Crash

Jun 22 - Metal struck metal before dawn. A car hit another, then slammed a scooter. Two riders flew off. An 18-year-old woman lay critical. Sirens cut the Bronx dark. Seven hurt. The road stayed open. Danger did not end.

ABC7 reported on June 22, 2025, that a multi-vehicle crash on the Hutchinson River Parkway in the Bronx left seven injured, including one woman in critical condition. The article states, 'The Honda Accord collided with the Honda Pilot. The Honda Pilot then collided with the Razor Scooter, causing the 24-year-old man operating the scooter and an 18-year-old woman to be ejected.' Six others from the cars suffered minor injuries. The crash happened before 4 a.m. near Throggs Neck. Police are investigating the sequence of impacts. The incident highlights the risks faced by scooter riders and the dangers of high-speed, multi-vehicle traffic on city parkways.


21
Moped Passenger Critically Hurt in Bronx Crash

Jun 21 - A moped crash on Hutchinson River Parkway left an 18-year-old woman sprawled on the asphalt, clinging to life. The driver fled. Metal and bodies scattered. Six others hurt. The road stayed open. The danger stayed real.

NY Daily News reported on June 21, 2025, that an 18-year-old woman was critically injured after being thrown from a moped in a multi-vehicle crash on the Hutchinson River Parkway in the Bronx. According to police, 'the moped driver sped away from the 3:45 a.m. crash,' leaving the woman on the road. The crash began when a Honda Accord hit a Honda Pilot, which then struck the moped from behind, ejecting the passenger. The moped operator stopped briefly but fled before first responders arrived. Six others from the involved vehicles were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights the risks of multi-vehicle collisions and the consequences when drivers abandon crash scenes, leaving vulnerable road users exposed and unprotected.


18
Moped Driver Injured by Distracted Sedan on Hoe Ave

Jun 18 - A moped driver was struck and injured by a distracted sedan on Hoe Ave. She suffered arm bruises and was partially ejected. Both drivers failed to pay attention. The street stayed dangerous and dark.

A moped and a sedan collided on Hoe Ave at E 173 St in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 30-year-old woman, was partially ejected and suffered a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The moped driver was unlicensed. The sedan showed no damage, while the moped was struck on its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the danger of distraction behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820602 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
18
Bronx Navy Veteran Killed In Road Rage

Jun 18 - Drag racers struck a car. Words were exchanged. Gunfire followed. Keino Campbell, Navy vet, fell in the Bronx night. Three shots to the chest. His mother grieves. The street stays dangerous. The system failed to keep him safe.

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


17
S 8344 Jackson votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.

Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.

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


17
Teen Critically Hurt In Bronx Subway Fall

Jun 17 - A 14-year-old fell from a Bronx No. 5 train. He hit the tracks hard. Medics rushed him to Jacobi. His face and body took the blow. Police charged another teen. Subway surfing keeps taking young lives.

NY Daily News reported on June 17, 2025, that a 14-year-old boy suffered critical injuries after falling from the top of a northbound No. 5 train near Baychester Ave. Police said he was with two other teens. One, age 17, was arrested for reckless endangerment and trespass. The third fled. The article notes, 'Six people, most of them teens, died subway surfing in the city last year. The youngest was just 11.' This year, two have died already. The NYPD and MTA have increased enforcement and launched campaigns to deter subway surfing, including drone patrols and public messaging. The incident highlights persistent dangers on the transit system and ongoing risks for young riders.


17
S 8344 Torres votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.

Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.

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


16
S 7678 Jackson votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Jun 16 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.

Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.


16
S 7785 Jackson votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.

Jun 16 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.


16
Navy Veteran Killed In Bronx Shooting

Jun 16 - A fender bender turned fatal at Givan and Palmer. Keino Campbell, 27, was shot three times in his car. Police arrested Michael Aracena. Family mourns a calm man lost to sudden violence. The street remains stained by gunfire.

ABC7 reported on June 16, 2025, that Keino Campbell, a 27-year-old Navy veteran, was shot and killed after a minor car crash in the Bronx. The incident occurred at Givan and Palmer avenues around 2 a.m. Saturday. Police arrested 20-year-old Michael Aracena, charging him with murder, manslaughter, and criminal possession of a weapon. According to the article, Campbell's family said he tried to resolve the crash through insurance, but the suspect demanded money and then opened fire. ABC7 quotes Campbell’s father: "If you have insurance, you use insurance. Stop jumping out of car and shooting people." The case highlights the deadly risk of road rage and the failure of conflict resolution on city streets.


16
S 7678 Torres votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Jun 16 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.

Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.


16
S 7785 Torres votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.

Jun 16 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.


13
S 5677 Jackson votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.

Jun 13 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.

Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.


13
S 6815 Jackson votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.

Jun 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.

Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.


13
S 8344 Sepúlveda votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.

Jun 13 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.

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


13
S 5677 Torres votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.

Jun 13 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.

Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.


13
S 6815 Torres votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.

Jun 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.

Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.


12
S 4045 Sepúlveda votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.

Jun 12 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.

Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.