Crash Count for Mount Eden-Claremont (West)
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,029
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 581
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 152
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 10
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 4
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 31, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Mount Eden-Claremont (West)?

Another Bronx Body. Still No Justice. Demand Safer Streets Now.

Another Bronx Body. Still No Justice. Demand Safer Streets Now.

Mount Eden-Claremont (West): Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 6, 2025

The Numbers Do Not Lie

Four dead. Eight seriously hurt. In the last three and a half years, Mount Eden-Claremont (West) has seen 922 crashes. Five hundred eleven people left those scenes with injuries. Some limped away. Some did not walk again. Some did not walk away at all.

The dead are not numbers. They are fathers, sons, neighbors. No children died here this year. But children were hurt. Sixteen under 18 were injured in the last twelve months. One was hit by a bus. Another by a turning SUV. The street does not care how old you are.

The Human Cost

Kelvin Mitchell was crossing Webster Avenue. A Mercedes came fast in the bus lane. It did not stop. Kelvin did not make it home. His sister said, “Everybody is missing Kelvin. It’s not gonna be the same over here without him.” The driver kept going. The police could not say if they were chasing the car. His mother stood at the memorial and said, “They killed my son. I need justice for my son.”

No arrests. No answers.

What Has Been Done—and What Has Not

The city talks about Vision Zero. They say every life matters. They say speed cameras work. They say they are redesigning streets. But here, the numbers do not move fast enough. Last year, one person died. This year, none—so far. But injuries are up 40% over last year. Crashes keep coming.

Local leaders have the power to act. Sammy’s Law lets the city lower speed limits to 20 mph. The Council can do it now. The Mayor can push. The DOT can build more protected space. But every day they wait, the street stays the same.

What You Can Do

Call your Council Member. Call the Mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand more cameras. Demand streets where children can walk and come home.

Do not wait for another name on the list. Take action now.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Amanda Septimo
Assembly Member Amanda Septimo
District 84
District Office:
384 E. 149th St. Suite 202, Bronx, NY 10455
Legislative Office:
Room 536, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Althea Stevens
Council Member Althea Stevens
District 16
District Office:
1377 Jerome Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452
718-588-7500
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1766, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6856
Twitter: A_StevensD16
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
Other Geographies

Mount Eden-Claremont (West) Mount Eden-Claremont (West) sits in Bronx, Precinct 44, District 16, AD 84, SD 32, Bronx CB4.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Mount Eden-Claremont (West)

Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing

A 13-year-old girl was struck on Grand Concourse while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield and was distracted. The girl suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Grand Concourse struck a 13-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian on its left front quarter panel but showed no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash. No safety equipment or other factors were noted. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4531252 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan Backing Collides With Bicyclist on Jerome Avenue

A sedan backing up struck a southbound bicyclist on Jerome Avenue. The cyclist, a 53-year-old woman, suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan driver followed too closely and backed unsafely, causing the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely collided with a bicyclist traveling south on Jerome Avenue. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver errors as backing unsafely and following too closely. The sedan's rear center impacted the bike's front center. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing maneuvers combined with close following distances. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4529171 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
S 1078
Sepúlveda votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.

Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.

Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.


S 5130
Sepúlveda votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.

Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.


S 1078
Serrano votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.

Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.

Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.


S 5130
Serrano votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.

Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.


Alcohol-Impaired Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Bronx

Sedan slammed front-first on West 169 Street. Driver, age 29, suffered neck injury. Police cite alcohol involvement. No other victims. Car wrecked. System failed to stop the danger.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old man driving a 2017 Honda sedan crashed on West 169 Street in the Bronx. The sedan struck an object with its center front end. The driver, alone in the car, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Police list alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. No other vehicles, pedestrians, or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver impairment as the cause. The crash underscores the persistent threat of impaired driving on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4534559 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Collision

A 60-year-old woman driving an SUV on Grand Concourse suffered a facial abrasion. The vehicle struck another unspecified vehicle. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and airbag. The crash was caused by driver inattention.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Grand Concourse in the Bronx involving a 2010 Honda SUV traveling north. The 60-year-old female driver sustained a facial abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV's left front bumper was damaged on impact. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and airbag deployment. No other injuries or contributing factors were noted. The crash involved another unspecified vehicle, but no details on that vehicle or its occupants were provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4525986 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Merges Improperly, Hits Moped Southbound

A 24-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg after an SUV merged improperly on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The crash struck the moped's left front panel and the SUV's right front quarter. Both drivers headed south.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male moped driver was injured when a 2022 SUV merged improperly on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The collision involved the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the moped's left front quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver. Both vehicles were traveling southbound at the time. The moped driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered serious lower limb injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed in New Jersey and the moped driver licensed in New York.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4527379 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Hits Vehicle on Clay Avenue Bronx

A 52-year-old male driver was injured in a collision on Clay Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck another vehicle with its right front bumper. The driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries. No ejection occurred. The crash caused center front-end damage.

According to the police report, a 52-year-old male driver operating a 2015 Chevrolet SUV was injured in a crash on Clay Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV, traveling northeast, impacted another vehicle with its right front bumper, causing center front-end damage. The driver sustained injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The driver was licensed in New York. No information on helmet use or signaling was provided, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4518441 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
2
Distracted Driver Slams SUV on Cross Bronx

A merging vehicle hit an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Two male passengers suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Both men stayed conscious. Impact crushed front bumpers.

According to the police report, a merging vehicle struck a southbound SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Two male passengers, ages 43 and 47, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both passengers wore lap belts. The collision damaged the front bumpers of both vehicles. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4513671 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
2
Sedan Crash Injures Two Child Passengers

A sedan entering a parked position on College Avenue in the Bronx struck an unknown object or vehicle. Two 11-year-old passengers suffered bruises and injuries to arm and eye. Driver distraction and illness contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 2010 Toyota sedan traveling north on College Avenue in the Bronx was entering a parked position when it collided. Two 11-year-old occupants, seated in the rear, were injured with contusions and arm and eye injuries. Both children were conscious and restrained, with one secured by a child restraint. The report lists driver inattention or distraction and illness as contributing factors. The driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The vehicle sustained front center-end damage. No other vehicle details are specified. The crash highlights driver errors of distraction and illness as key causes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4515976 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 28-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a right turn on East 170 Street. She was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 170 Street with the signal. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2011 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as moderate. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and complained of internal pain. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4510052 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian on Teller Avenue

A 58-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on Teller Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered a serious head injury and lost consciousness. The driver, unlicensed, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. The pedestrian was off intersection.

According to the police report, a 58-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2017 Nissan sedan traveling south on Teller Avenue struck her off intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was unconscious at the scene. The driver was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the pedestrian but notes the driver's unlicensed status as a critical factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are detailed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4509401 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
E-Bike Slams Sedan on Slippery Jerome

E-bike rider hit sedan’s rear on Jerome Avenue. Unsafe speed and slick pavement sent him flying. Shoulder fractured, arm dislocated. Sedan’s front end smashed. System failed to slow the crash.

According to the police report, a 46-year-old male e-bike rider, unlicensed but helmeted, crashed into the rear of a southbound BMW sedan on Jerome Avenue. The e-bike rider was ejected, suffering a fractured and dislocated shoulder. The sedan’s front end was damaged. Police list unsafe speed and slippery pavement as contributing factors. Driver inattention and distraction also played a role. No other injuries were reported. The crash shows how speed and road conditions combine to put vulnerable riders at risk.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4509611 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Box Truck Hits Sedan on Cross Bronx Expressway

A box truck struck a sedan on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan’s female driver, 34, suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Unsafe lane changing by the truck driver caused the crash. The driver was restrained and not ejected.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Cross Bronx Expressway collided with a sedan also traveling east. The truck driver made an unsafe lane change, contributing to the crash. The sedan’s 34-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and hip-upper leg injuries. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The truck’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center back end. The sedan driver was in shock but survived with moderate injuries. No other occupants were reported injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4508782 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
2
Aggressive Driving Injures Two Pedestrians Bronx

Two men hurt on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. Both pedestrians struck at an intersection. Shoulder and arm injuries reported. Police cite aggressive driving as cause. Vehicles involved were SUVs and a bus. Crash happened near East 170 Street at night.

According to the police report, two male pedestrians, ages 37 and 26, were injured at an intersection on Grand Concourse near East 170 Street in the Bronx. Both suffered internal injuries to the shoulder and arm areas and remained conscious. The crash involved multiple SUVs and a bus. The police identified aggressive driving and road rage as the contributing factors. One SUV was backing up, and others were parked or stopped in traffic. The point of impact included left front bumpers and side doors. No pedestrian actions were listed as contributing factors. The report highlights driver errors, specifically aggressive driving, as the cause of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4506945 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
S 3897
Sepúlveda votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.

Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.

Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.


S 5130
Sepúlveda votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.

Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.


S 5130
Serrano votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.

Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.