Crash Count for University Heights (South)-Morris Heights
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,147
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 772
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 185
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 10
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 6
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 5, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in University Heights (South)-Morris Heights?

Two Dead, Hundreds Hurt: Speed Kills—Leaders Stall

Two Dead, Hundreds Hurt: Speed Kills—Leaders Stall

University Heights (South)-Morris Heights: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 12, 2025

Blood on the Asphalt: Recent Crashes, Fresh Loss

Just last week, two men on scooters were struck and killed on the Bronx River Parkway. Police said, “The men were ejected from their scooters and fatally injured in the collision.” The driver faces charges of vehicular manslaughter and driving while intoxicated. The crash closed the highway for hours. Another day, another family left waiting at a hospital door.

In the past twelve months, this neighborhood saw 204 injuries and 1 death from 284 crashes. Three people suffered serious injuries. The dead do not come back. The injured carry scars you cannot see.

Who Pays the Price?

The numbers do not lie. Cars and trucks killed 3, injured 98, and seriously hurt 3 pedestrians. Motorcycles and mopeds left 10 injured. Bikes, too, are not spared. This is not fate. It is policy, speed, and steel.

Local Leaders: Action and Silence

Some leaders have moved. State Senator Robert Jackson co-sponsored and voted for a bill to require speed limiters for repeat speeders—a step to keep killers off the road. “The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.”

Council Member Pierina Sanchez backed bus lane upgrades and supported a busway on Tremont Avenue, but the city stalled on Fordham Road. Riders still wait in traffic. The street does not forgive delay.

Assembly Member Yudelka Tapia co-sponsored bills for speed limiters and voted to extend school speed zones. She also backed Sammy’s Law, which gives the city power to lower speed limits. But the default speed remains deadly.

The Call: No More Waiting

Every crash is preventable. Every delay is a choice. Call your council member. Call your assembly member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand speed limiters for repeat offenders. Demand streets where children can cross and live.

Do not wait for another name on the list. Act now.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does University Heights (South)-Morris Heights sit politically?
It belongs to borough Bronx, community board Bronx CB5, city council district District 14, assembly district AD 86 and state senate district SD 31.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in University Heights (South)-Morris Heights?
Cars and Trucks: 3 deaths, 98 injuries (including 3 serious). Motorcycles and Mopeds: 10 injuries. Bikes: 3 injuries. (2022–2025) NYC Open Data
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. Every crash is preventable. Patterns show that speed, repeat offenders, and lack of safe street design are to blame—not chance.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can lower speed limits, support speed limiters for repeat offenders, fund safer street designs, and hold dangerous drivers accountable. They can act now, not later.
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.
Who are the local leaders for this area?
Council Member Pierina Ana Sanchez, Assembly Member Yudelka Tapia, and State Senator Robert Jackson represent University Heights (South)-Morris Heights.
What recent steps have leaders taken for street safety?
Senator Jackson co-sponsored and voted for speed limiter bills. Tapia co-sponsored similar bills and voted to extend school speed zones. Sanchez supported bus lane upgrades and busways, but some projects remain stalled.

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Other Representatives

Yudelka Tapia
Assembly Member Yudelka Tapia
District 86
District Office:
2175C Jerome Ave., Bronx, NY 10453
Legislative Office:
Room 551, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Pierina Ana Sanchez
Council Member Pierina Ana Sanchez
District 14
District Office:
2065 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453
347-590-2874
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1816, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7074
Twitter: PiSanchezNYC
Robert Jackson
State Senator Robert Jackson
District 31
District Office:
5030 Broadway Suite 701, New York, NY 10034
Legislative Office:
Room 306, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

University Heights (South)-Morris Heights University Heights (South)-Morris Heights sits in Bronx, Precinct 46, District 14, AD 86, SD 31, Bronx CB5.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for University Heights (South)-Morris Heights

A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.

Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.


A 602
Tapia votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.

Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.


Sedan Slams Into Stopped Car on University Avenue

A sedan rear-ended a stopped car on University Avenue. The struck driver, a 46-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both cars damaged. No other injuries reported.

According to the police report, a southbound sedan struck another sedan that was stopped in traffic on University Avenue. The 46-year-old male driver of the stopped car suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men. The impact crushed the front of the striking car and the rear of the stopped vehicle. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No ejections or other injuries occurred. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4604686 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
A 2610
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting bus lane enforcement, improving street safety.

Assembly bill A 2610 targets bus lane cheaters. Sponsors back cameras and owner liability. The goal: keep bus lanes clear, speed up buses, cut crashes. No votes yet. The fight for safer streets rolls on.

Assembly bill A 2610, now in sponsorship, aims to extend bus rapid transit camera enforcement. The bill, titled "Relates to owner liability for failure of operator to comply with bus operation-related local law or regulation traffic restrictions," was introduced January 26, 2023. Primary sponsor Alicia Hyndman leads, joined by Deborah Glick, Sarahana Shrestha, Manny De Los Santos, Zohran Mamdani, and others. The bill would hold vehicle owners liable for bus lane violations and expand photo enforcement. No votes have been recorded. The measure seeks to keep bus lanes clear, speed up transit, and reduce risk for those outside cars.


A 602
Tapia votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.

Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.


A 1280
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.

Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.

Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.


SUV Side-Impacted by Sedan on Major Deegan

A 28-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock after his SUV was struck on the left side doors by a sedan traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway. The SUV's defective brakes contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway involving a 2010 Hyundai SUV and a 2016 Audi sedan, both traveling south. The SUV was struck on its left side doors by the sedan's front end. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured with back pain and shock but was not ejected. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, indicating vehicle malfunction played a role. No other driver errors are specified. The sedan driver’s license status is not provided. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the front end of the sedan.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4596421 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
S 343
Jackson co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.

Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.

Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.


Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing University Avenue

A 36-year-old woman was hit by a moped while crossing University Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver failed to yield and was distracted at the time of the crash.

According to the police report, a moped traveling straight ahead on University Avenue struck a 36-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No other vehicles or occupants were involved. The crash occurred in the Bronx, zip code 10453. The driver’s distraction and failure to yield created the conditions for this collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4592263 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Three Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway

Three sedans crashed head-on on the Cross Bronx Expressway just after midnight. One driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the collision.

According to the police report, three sedans traveling westbound on the Cross Bronx Expressway collided. The impact points included center front ends and a right front bumper. A 30-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to her knee and lower leg. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The collision involved multiple vehicles, all going straight ahead, with damage concentrated at the front ends. The report does not assign fault to the injured driver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4589085 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Diesel Truck Slams Stopped SUV on Expressway

A diesel truck tore into stopped traffic on the Cross Bronx. Metal twisted. Fire raged. A 49-year-old woman, trapped and burned, died behind the wheel of her SUV. Two tractor-trailers and her vehicle lay shattered in the night.

A diesel tractor-trailer struck stopped traffic on the Cross Bronx Expressway, demolishing an SUV and two trucks. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck plowed into stopped traffic. A 49-year-old woman, burned and partially ejected, died behind the wheel of her SUV.' The woman was killed, suffering severe burns and partial ejection. Both trucks and the SUV were destroyed. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The data shows the SUV was stopped in traffic when hit. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash left one dead and wreckage scattered across the expressway.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4585761 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection

A 54-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West 183 Street near Davidson Avenue. The impact fractured her knee and lower leg. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.

According to the police report, a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east on West 183 Street struck a 54-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection near Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries. No helmet or signaling issues were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4585251 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Moped Driver Injured in Grand Avenue Crash

A 33-year-old male moped driver suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries in a crash on Grand Avenue. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The moped struck an unspecified vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The driver was not ejected and sustained bruises.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Grand Avenue near West 174 Street. The moped, traveling north, struck the left front quarter panel of an unspecified vehicle. The driver, who held a permit license and wore a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was noted on the moped’s left front bumper. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4582860 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Motorcyclist Partially Ejected on Cross Bronx Expressway

A 29-year-old man riding south on the Cross Bronx Expressway was thrown from his motorcycle. He suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, leg, and foot. The bike’s right front was smashed. He stayed conscious.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male motorcyclist was traveling south on the Cross Bronx Expressway when he crashed. The impact damaged the motorcycle’s right front bumper and partially ejected the rider. He suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet. Only the motorcycle and its driver were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4579663 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
BMW SUV Turns Fast, Strikes Woman Crossing

A BMW SUV turned left too fast on West Burnside Avenue. The bumper hit a 34-year-old woman crossing with the light. Her hip broke. Blood soaked her leg. She stayed awake. The driver had New Jersey plates.

A BMW SUV, registered in New Jersey, made a left turn at West Burnside Avenue and Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The vehicle struck a 34-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A BMW SUV turned left too fast. The bumper struck a 34-year-old woman crossing with the light. Her hip broke. Blood soaked her leg. She stayed awake.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a broken hip and severe lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The data shows the driver’s actions—unsafe speed and aggression—directly led to the crash and injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4578843 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Matthewson Road

A 48-year-old man driving a sedan suffered back contusions after an SUV struck the center back end of his vehicle. The crash occurred on Matthewson Road in the Bronx. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, an SUV traveling west on Matthewson Road rear-ended a sedan. The sedan's 48-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining back contusions but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The SUV driver was licensed and had one occupant; the sedan had no other occupants. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center back end. No ejections or other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4577631 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Bicyclist Suffers Head Injury on Sedgwick Avenue

A 44-year-old man riding north on Sedgwick Avenue crashed on the Washington Bridge. He struck his head. He was semiconscious. Police cite confusion and bad pavement. No other vehicles involved.

According to the police report, a 44-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue near the Washington Bridge was injured. He suffered a head injury and concussion and was found semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Pavement Defective' as contributing factors. No other vehicles were involved. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. No driver errors beyond confusion are listed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4579060 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Bronx

A speeding sedan struck a parked car on West Tremont Avenue. The driver suffered a head abrasion. Both vehicles were damaged. Unsafe speed caused the crash. No other injuries reported.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on West Tremont Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The driver of the moving vehicle, a man, sustained a head abrasion but remained conscious. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the parked car and the right front bumper of the moving sedan. No other injuries or contributing factors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York. The crash underscores the risk posed by unsafe speed near stationary vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4577625 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUVs Collide on Jerome Avenue in Bronx

Two SUVs crashed on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. Impact hit left side doors and left front bumper. One driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as cause. Both drivers were licensed men, each alone in their vehicles.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jerome Avenue near the Cross Bronx Expressway. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV and the left front bumper of the other. One driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. There is no mention of victim fault or other contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the left sides of the vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4573563 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Motorcycle Collides With Empty Sedan U-Turn Bronx

Motorcycle slammed into empty sedan making U-turn on Jerome Avenue. Rider suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited traffic control disregard. Both vehicles took front-end damage.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south on Jerome Avenue struck a sedan making a U-turn at East 176 Street in the Bronx. The sedan was unoccupied. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered neck pain and whiplash. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The motorcycle's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4572210 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12