Crash Count for Belmont
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,059
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 597
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 123
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 1
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 4
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 30, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Belmont?

Belmont Bleeds While City Sleeps—Demand Safer Streets Now

Belmont: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025

The Toll in Belmont

Four dead. One hundred forty-nine injured. One serious injury. That is the ledger for Belmont since 2022. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care about hope or promises. They only count the bodies and the broken bones.

Pedestrians and cyclists pay the highest price. In the last twelve months, 149 people were hurt in 254 crashes. The dead do not get second chances. The living carry scars.

The Sound of Gunfire, the Crash of Metal

On a spring day near the Bronx Zoo, two drivers turned the street into a shooting gallery. Bullets flew. A car slammed into a stop sign. The wounded man called a cab to the hospital. He died. A deli worker watched it all. “There were a whole lot of rounds. It was crazy. This doesn’t happen around here during the day time,” he said. “It was like a movie.” The other driver vanished. No arrests. The street stayed open for business.

What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done

Local leaders talk about Vision Zero. They talk about safety. But in Belmont, the blood keeps coming. The city has the power to lower speed limits to 20 mph. They have not used it. Speed cameras cut speeding by more than half where installed, but the law that keeps them running is always at risk of expiring. The city redesigns intersections, but the work is slow. The dead do not wait for ribbon cuttings.

The Next Step Belongs to You

This is not fate. This is policy. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand the speed limit drop to 20 mph. Demand the cameras stay on. Demand streets where children can cross without fear. Every day of delay is another day the numbers grow. Take action now.

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George Alvarez
Assembly Member George Alvarez
District 78
District Office:
2633 Webster Ave. 1st Floor, Bronx, NY 10458
Legislative Office:
Room 920, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Oswald Feliz
Council Member Oswald Feliz
District 15
District Office:
573 East Fordham Road (Entrance on Hoffman Street), Bronx, NY 10458
718-842-8100
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1759, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6966
Twitter: OswaldFeliz
Gustavo Rivera
State Senator Gustavo Rivera
District 33
District Office:
2432 Grand Concourse, Suite 506, Bronx, NY 10458
Legislative Office:
Room 502, Capitol Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Belmont Belmont sits in Bronx, Precinct 48, District 15, AD 78, SD 33, Bronx CB6.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Belmont

Bronx E-Scooter Rider Injured in SUV Crash

A 16-year-old e-scooter rider was injured on East Fordham Road in the Bronx. The SUV and e-scooter collided while both traveled south. Unsafe speed and lane changing by the scooter driver contributed. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on East Fordham Road in the Bronx involving a 16-year-old male e-scooter driver and a 2012 Honda SUV. The e-scooter rider was injured, sustaining a head contusion and remained conscious. The report lists the e-scooter driver’s contributing factors as unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing. The crash happened with both vehicles traveling south, and the point of impact was unspecified. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report also notes limited visibility and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4553667 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Motorcycle Hits SUV in Unsafe Lane Change

A motorcycle struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on East Fordham Road. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. Unsafe lane changing and unsafe speed contributed to the crash. The motorcyclist was conscious but bruised.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on East Fordham Road collided with the left rear bumper of a Jeep SUV that was changing lanes unsafely. The motorcyclist, a 25-year-old male with a permit license from New York, was ejected and sustained head injuries including contusions and bruises. The SUV driver, a licensed female from New Jersey, was changing lanes unsafely, which was a contributing factor to the crash. Unsafe speed also contributed to the collision. The bus involved was stopped in traffic and was not the point of impact. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but still suffered serious injury. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe lane changes and speeding.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4553628 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bathgate Avenue

A 61-year-old man driving a sedan suffered back injuries in a rear-end collision on Bathgate Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the sedan’s center back end. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected. Driver distraction caused the crash.

According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Bathgate Avenue rear-ended a sedan also traveling north. The sedan’s 61-year-old male driver sustained internal back injuries but was conscious and remained inside the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center back end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any listed safety equipment. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4551626 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV and Sedan Collide on East 187 Street

Two vehicles crashed at the intersection of East 187 Street and Lorillard Place in the Bronx. A 51-year-old female SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved glare and driver distraction, with failure to yield cited as a factor.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between a 2017 SUV traveling west and a 2013 sedan traveling south on East 187 Street. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, glare, and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in North Carolina. The sedan had no occupants at the time. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4550413 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
E-Scooter Ejected After Bronx SUV Collision

A 34-year-old man on an e-scooter was ejected after a crash with an SUV on East Fordham Road. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles were damaged at impact points.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on East Fordham Road in the Bronx involving a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver and a male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained upper arm injuries and abrasions. The SUV was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter sustained damage to its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The e-scooter driver was conscious after the crash. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in mixed-vehicle environments.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4547640 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan U-Turn Hits Moped Rider Bronx

A sedan making an improper U-turn struck a moped traveling straight on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The moped driver, unlicensed and ejected from his vehicle, suffered neck abrasions. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the collision.

According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Webster Avenue when it collided with a moped traveling straight ahead. The moped driver, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained neck abrasions. The contributing factors listed include 'Other Vehicular' and 'Turning Improperly,' indicating driver error by the sedan operator. The moped driver was unlicensed. The sedan’s left front bumper and center front end were damaged, while the moped’s left front quarter panel was impacted. The moped driver was conscious but injured. No helmet or signaling factors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533787 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
A 8936
Rivera votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.

Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.


Moped Strikes 6-Year-Old Pedestrian in Bronx

A moped traveling south on Crotona Avenue hit a 6-year-old girl crossing outside a crosswalk. The child suffered fractures and dislocations to her entire body. The driver’s view was obstructed. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.

According to the police report, a moped traveling straight ahead on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx struck a 6-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The child sustained fractures and dislocations to her entire body and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed male, impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle, damaging the left front bumper. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal or crosswalk was noted, but the report highlights the driver’s limited view as a key factor. No helmet or signaling issues were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533452 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
S 5602
Rivera votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.


Sedan Rear-Ends E-Bike on East Fordham Road

A sedan struck an e-bike from behind on East Fordham Road in the Bronx. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. The rider was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East Fordham Road rear-ended an e-bike also moving east. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The sedan's front end and the bike's rear end were damaged. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and close following distances in the Bronx.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4532686 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
S 5602
Rivera votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.


A 8936
Rivera votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.

Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.


Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal

A 19-year-old woman was struck by a northbound sedan on East Fordham Road. She was crossing against the signal when the vehicle's right front bumper hit her. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2022 GMC sedan traveling north on East Fordham Road. The collision occurred when the pedestrian crossed against the signal, placing herself in the vehicle's path. The sedan was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper, causing a head contusion. The pedestrian was conscious and sustained moderate injuries. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The contributing factors for the pedestrian were unspecified, but the crossing against the signal was noted. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front bumper.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4530287 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
E-Scooter Rider Ejected in Bronx Collision

An e-scooter rider was ejected and injured in a crash with an SUV on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The rider suffered back abrasions. The SUV showed no damage. Both vehicles were traveling north when the collision occurred.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a collision with a 2019 Nissan SUV on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The e-scooter sustained front-end damage, while the SUV showed no damage. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead northbound. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor for the e-scooter driver and the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider suffered back abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The SUV driver was a licensed female. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash highlights risks for vulnerable riders when colliding with larger vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4529425 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
2
Motorbike Ejects Two Teens on Garden Street

A motorbike traveling north on Garden Street ejected its 16-year-old driver and 14-year-old passenger. Both suffered injuries to the face and hip. The crash damaged the bike’s left front quarter panel. Driver distraction caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 2021 Mahindra motorbike traveling north on Garden Street crashed, ejecting both occupants. The 16-year-old male driver and 14-year-old female passenger were injured, sustaining abrasions and contusions to the hip and face. Both were riding without safety equipment and were ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor. The motorbike sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4530255 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
S 1078
Rivera 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
Rivera 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.


Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Washington Avenue

A sedan slammed into the back of a stopped bus on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver suffered a neck injury and concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. The bus remained undamaged and stopped in traffic.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old male sedan driver was injured when his vehicle collided with the rear of a bus stopped in traffic on Washington Avenue near East Fordham Road in the Bronx. The driver was conscious but suffered a neck injury and concussion. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the bus's center back end, damaging the sedan's right front bumper. The bus sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4522372 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Slams Head-On Into Firetruck Bronx

A BMW sedan hit a firetruck head-on on Webster Avenue. The sedan driver took the full force. He suffered body trauma and shock. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt. Both vehicles smashed front ends.

According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Webster Avenue collided head-on with a northbound firetruck at East Fordham Road in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered injuries to his entire body and went into shock, reporting pain and nausea. The firetruck carried five occupants. Both vehicles struck front-center and sustained heavy damage. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were licensed. No ejections occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4521178 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Moped Rider Killed Striking Parked Sedan Bronx

A man rode a moped down Southern Boulevard. He hit a parked sedan near Crotona Avenue. He had no helmet. No license. He flew from the seat. His head shattered. He died alone on the street, under the lights.

A 29-year-old man riding a moped on Southern Boulevard near Crotona Avenue in the Bronx struck a parked sedan and was killed. According to the police report, 'He flew from the seat. Head shattered. Organs torn. He died on the pavement, alone, beneath the streetlights.' The moped driver was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted in the report. The sedan was parked and unoccupied. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the lack of license and helmet for the moped operator.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4513395 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06