Crash Count for Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,971
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,149
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 224
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 21
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 12
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 2, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River?

Speed Kills, City Sleeps—How Many More Must Die?

Speed Kills, City Sleeps—How Many More Must Die?

Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 9, 2025

The Deaths Keep Coming

Just last week, a woman was killed crossing 174th Street in Morris Heights. The driver did not stop. Police are still looking for the car. She died at St. Barnabas Hospital. There have been no arrests. As reported by ABC7, “A 44-year-old woman was fatally struck in a hit-and-run crash in the Bronx.”

In the last twelve months, four people have died on these streets. One was a child. Two were over 75. 338 people were injured. Ten were hurt so badly their lives will never be the same. The numbers do not stop. The pain does not end.

Speed, Flight, and the Cost of Delay

The cars do not slow down. The drivers do not always stay. In June, a cab driver named Robert Godwin was killed. The SUV that hit him was going 77 miles per hour in a 25 zone. The driver ran a red light, used the bus lane, and then ran away. As the New York Post reported, “This defendant was allegedly driving three times the speed limit when her SUV slammed into a livery cab, and she fled the scene without checking on the driver’s condition or waiting for first responders to arrive.”

The dead do not get a second chance. The families do not get answers. The street stays the same.

What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done

Local leaders have voted to extend school speed zones and to curb repeat speeders. State Senator Nathalia Fernández and others voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, which would force drivers with a record of speeding to install devices that keep them from breaking the limit. But the city has not lowered the default speed limit. The council and mayor could act now. They have not.

Call to Action: Demand More Than Words

This is not fate. This is policy. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Tell them to lower the speed limit and enforce it. Tell them to fix the street before another child, another elder, another neighbor is lost. The dead cannot call. You can.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River sit politically?
It belongs to borough Bronx, community board Bronx CB9, city council district District 18, assembly district AD 85 and state senate district SD 34.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River?
Cars and SUVs were involved in the most harm: 3 deaths, 117 minor injuries, 45 moderate injuries, and 8 serious injuries. Motorcycles and Mopeds caused 0 deaths, 3 minor injuries, 2 moderate injuries, and 1 serious injury. Bikes were involved in 0 deaths, 3 minor injuries, and 3 moderate injuries.
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. The data shows patterns—speeding, red-light running, drivers fleeing the scene. These are preventable with better policy and enforcement.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can lower the speed limit, redesign streets, enforce laws against dangerous driving, and support bills like the Stop Super Speeders Act.
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.
How many people have died or been seriously injured here recently?
In the last 12 months, 4 people died and 10 suffered serious injuries in Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River.
What recent steps have leaders taken?
Local leaders voted to extend school speed zones and to support the Stop Super Speeders Act, which targets repeat dangerous drivers.

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Other Representatives

Emérita Torres
Assembly Member Emérita Torres
District 85
District Office:
1163 Manor Ave. Store Front 1, Bronx, NY 10472
Legislative Office:
Room 833, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Amanda Farías
Council Member Amanda Farías
District 18
District Office:
1231 Lafayette Avenue, 2nd Floor, Bronx, NY 10474
718-792-1140
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1771, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7375
Nathalia Fernández
State Senator Nathalia Fernández
District 34
District Office:
3853 E. Tremont Ave., Bronx, NY 10465
Legislative Office:
Room 814, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River sits in Bronx, Precinct 43, District 18, AD 85, SD 34, Bronx CB9.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River

S 4647
Sepúlveda votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.

Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.


Unlicensed Driver Dies in Bronx Parkway Crash

A 30-year-old woman drove south on Bronx River Parkway before dawn. Her SUV veered off, hit a parked car, then smashed a tow truck. She wore a seatbelt. She died from head wounds. The road stayed dark. Metal and silence followed.

A deadly crash unfolded on Bronx River Parkway before sunrise. According to the police report, a southbound SUV driven by a 30-year-old unlicensed woman veered into a parked car and then struck a tow truck. She was belted in but died from head injuries at the scene. The report states: 'Bronx River Parkway, pre-dawn — A southbound SUV veered into a parked car, then slammed a tow truck. The driver, 30, unlicensed, belted in, died from head wounds.' No driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield were listed in the data. The only contributing factor noted was the driver’s unlicensed status. No other injuries were reported among the occupants or vehicle operators involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4609036 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
6
Six Injured as SUV and Sedan Collide Head-On

SUV and sedan smashed front to front on Watson Avenue. Six people hurt. Heads struck, faces bruised, arms battered. All stayed conscious. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the crash.

According to the police report, a 2017 SUV heading west on Watson Avenue struck a 2020 sedan turning left to go south. The crash left six occupants injured—drivers and passengers—suffering concussions, facial wounds, and arm bruises. All were conscious and restrained. The SUV's right front and the sedan's left front took the hit. The report lists only unspecified contributing factors, with no mention of driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4607562 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Bronx Pedestrian Injured in SUV Collision

A 30-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Merrill Street in the Bronx. Two SUVs collided amid aggressive driving. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his hip and upper leg. Police reported aggressive driving as a key factor.

According to the police report, a collision involving two SUVs occurred on Merrill Street in the Bronx at 8:30 p.m. A 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection, sustaining internal injuries to his hip and upper leg. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors for both vehicles involved. One SUV was traveling west while the other was parked before the crash. The pedestrian's actions are unspecified, and no contributing factors were assigned to him. The collision caused damage to the left side doors and front quarter panels of the vehicles. The police report highlights aggressive driving as the primary driver error in this incident.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4607780 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
A 602
Fernandez 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
Fernandez 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
Reyes 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
Sepúlveda 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
Sepúlveda 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.


S 775
Fernandez votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.


A 602
Reyes 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 Hits Parked SUV on Croes Avenue

A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Croes Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old man, lost consciousness and was injured. Police found illegal drugs involved. The driver was restrained but unconscious after impact.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver in a sedan collided with a parked SUV on Croes Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was the sole occupant and was injured, losing consciousness during the crash. The report lists illegal drugs as a contributing factor and notes the driver lost consciousness. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper, the point of impact. The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of collision. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by impaired driving and loss of consciousness behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4599422 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Expressway

A 31-year-old woman driving a sedan was partially ejected and injured in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. Unsafe speed by the SUV driver caused the collision. The sedan driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver of a sedan was partially ejected and sustained hip and upper leg injuries after her vehicle was struck from behind by an SUV on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was traveling north and impacted the sedan’s left rear bumper. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness but still suffered significant injury. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused the sedan driver to experience shock and complaint of pain or nausea.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597802 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV Slams Into Another on Cross Bronx Expressway

Two SUVs collided eastbound on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The rear driver took the hit, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Metal crumpled. No cause listed. The road stayed ruthless.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles crashed while heading east on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The rear SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 56-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious. He wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the lead SUV.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597806 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
A 1280
Reyes 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.


S 840
Fernandez votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.

Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.

Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.


S 840
Fernandez votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.

Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.

Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.


S 840
Sepúlveda votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.

Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.

Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.


S 840
Sepúlveda votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.

Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.

Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.


S 100
Sepúlveda co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.

Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.

Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.