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
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River

S 343
Sepúlveda 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.


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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bronx River Parkway

A Nissan SUV struck a sedan from behind on the Bronx River Parkway. Both drivers suffered neck injuries with whiplash. The crash happened while both vehicles traveled northbound. Following too closely caused the impact. No one was ejected.

According to the police report, a 2015 Nissan SUV rear-ended a sedan on the Bronx River Parkway while both vehicles were traveling northbound. The SUV's driver was licensed in New York. The crash injured the SUV driver, 50, and a front-seat passenger, 39, both sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end with its center front end. Neither occupant was ejected. The injuries were serious but non-fatal. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4594750 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
2
Two SUVs Collide on Bronx Westchester Avenue

Two SUVs crashed head-on early morning on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers, men aged 41, suffered bruises and leg injuries. Slippery pavement and other vehicular factors contributed. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 12:09 a.m. Both drivers, 41-year-old men, were injured but conscious. The driver of the Chevrolet SUV suffered hip and upper leg contusions, while the passenger in the Ford SUV had bruises to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both drivers were going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. Both occupants were restrained by lap belts and were not ejected. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4592321 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Sedan U-Turn Hits Bus on Elder Avenue

A sedan making a U-turn struck a bus traveling east on Elder Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and aggressive driving as factors. The bus driver was licensed and going straight.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Elder Avenue attempted a U-turn and collided with a bus moving east. The sedan driver, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unsafe speed and aggressive driving/road rage as contributing factors for the sedan driver. The bus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the front end of the sedan and the left side doors of the bus. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4593475 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Taxi Slams Parked Sedan on Stratford Avenue

A taxi struck a parked sedan on Stratford Avenue. The crash injured a 21-year-old female passenger in the taxi. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Neck hurt. Streets unforgiving.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Stratford Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The impact hit the sedan's left rear bumper and damaged the taxi's left side doors. A 21-year-old woman riding in the taxi's front middle seat suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a passenger hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4591132 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
5
Taxi Slams Sedan, Five Hurt on Bruckner

Taxi rear-ends sedan on Bruckner Expressway. Five inside sedan, including three children, suffer head injuries and whiplash. Taxi driver followed too closely. Impact crushes front and rear ends.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Bruckner Expressway struck the rear of a sedan moving in the same direction. The taxi hit the sedan's center back end with its center front. Five sedan occupants, including children aged 5, 10, and 12, sustained head injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and properly restrained. The taxi driver, licensed and male, was cited for "Following Too Closely." This driver error is the only contributing factor listed. Both vehicles suffered damage at the points of impact. No other errors or victim factors were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4590019 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Rosedale Ave

A pedestrian was hit crossing Rosedale Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, distracted, failed to notice her. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The impact came from the SUV’s front center. She remained conscious.

According to the police report, a pedestrian crossing Rosedale Avenue in the Bronx was struck by a 2014 Nissan SUV traveling east. The pedestrian, a female, sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to pay adequate attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal or crosswalk.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4587829 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger

Two sedans collided on Bronx River Parkway. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger in one sedan suffered head injury and whiplash. No ejections. Impact centered on rear ends. Crash left one woman injured and conscious.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bronx River Parkway collided in a rear-end crash. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. The impact occurred at the center back ends of the vehicles. A 53-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining a head injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash involved three licensed male drivers, all going straight ahead. Vehicle damage was centered on the rear ends, indicating a chain reaction collision. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy roadways.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4589034 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Westchester Avenue

A 35-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The bicyclist suffered back injuries and was in shock. The SUV struck the bike head-on, damaging its front end.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Westchester Avenue involving a northbound SUV and a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained back injuries with complaint of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike at the center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. The bicyclist was in shock following the impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4583533 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 42-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound e-bike on Watson Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The e-bike struck her with its left front bumper.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Watson Avenue in the Bronx with the signal. She was struck by an eastbound e-bike traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the e-bike's left front bumper, causing a contusion and injury to the pedestrian's hip and upper leg. The report lists no contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a moderate injury. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were specified in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4579779 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue

A sedan struck a pedestrian at an intersection on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The 36-year-old woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. Multiple SUVs were parked nearby.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Westchester Avenue collided with a pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian, a 36-year-old woman, was injured with fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan impacted the pedestrian with its center front end and sustained damage to the right front bumper. Several parked SUVs nearby were also damaged on their left and right rear quarter panels. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4574174 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
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SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Bronx River Avenue

Two SUVs collided on Bronx River Avenue late at night. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers were women. Two occupants suffered whiplash and eye and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained by seat belts.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Bronx River Avenue collided. The rear SUV, a 2019 Jeep, struck the center back end of a stopped 2011 Ford SUV. The Ford carried three occupants, including a 26-year-old female driver and a 31-year-old female front passenger. Both occupants were injured, sustaining whiplash and eye and neck injuries. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The collision occurred as the rear vehicle failed to stop in time, impacting the stationary vehicle ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4575205 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal

An e-bike struck a 31-year-old woman crossing against the signal on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The rider showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and minor bleeding, left incoherent at the scene.

According to the police report, a male e-bike rider traveling east on Westchester Avenue collided with a 31-year-old female pedestrian crossing against the signal. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding, and was incoherent after the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, and the rider held a permit license. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but the report emphasizes the driver's distraction as the key error. No other contributing factors or safety equipment are mentioned.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4566276 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Bruckner Boulevard

An SUV struck a sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. A 49-year-old woman in the back seat suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash left the sedan’s rear and SUV’s front damaged. No driver errors listed.

According to the police report, a GMC SUV rear-ended a 2018 Honda sedan traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard near Evergreen Avenue. The sedan carried three people. A 49-year-old female passenger in the rear seat suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s right front bumper. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the data. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The sedan driver was licensed. No further details on violations or driver actions were provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4564998 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV Left Turn Hits Bicyclist on White Plains

A 48-year-old male bicyclist was injured in the Bronx when an SUV making a left turn struck him. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right rear quarter panel. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries.

According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on White Plains Road was struck by a 2021 Dodge SUV making a left turn southwest. The collision impacted the bike’s center front end and the SUV’s right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling legally. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was not ejected. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4562758 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Bronx SUV Collision Injures Driver

Two SUVs collided on Metcalf Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles traveled south. The impact hit the right front quarter panel of one and the left front bumper of the other. A 29-year-old male driver suffered chest injuries and whiplash.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided while traveling south on Metcalf Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved impact to the right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left front bumper of the other. The sole injured party was a 29-year-old male driver, who sustained chest injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash caused moderate vehicle damage but no ejections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4561747 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Improper Lane Use Sedan Crash on Noble Avenue

Merging sedan struck another sedan’s front bumper on Noble Avenue. Woman driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite improper lane usage. Both cars damaged. No ejection. No other injuries reported.

According to the police report, a sedan merging into traffic on Noble Avenue struck the right front bumper of another sedan traveling east. The driver of the struck vehicle, a 50-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She remained conscious and was not ejected. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or factors such as helmet use or signaling are noted in the report. Both vehicles sustained damage. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4561742 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV Strikes Parked Cars in Bronx Crash

A 58-year-old male driver was injured in a Bronx collision. His SUV hit two parked vehicles while traveling south. The driver suffered neck injuries and lost consciousness. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed as causes.

According to the police report, a 58-year-old male driver in a 2015 SUV traveling south on Rosedale Avenue struck two parked vehicles. The collision involved the SUV's right front bumper hitting a parked sedan's left rear quarter panel and a parked SUV's center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and was unconscious at the scene. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. No other persons were reported injured. The parked vehicles were stationary at the time of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4560118 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Fteley Avenue

A sedan struck an e-bike on Fteley Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike driver, a 36-year-old man, was ejected and suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Fteley Avenue collided with an e-bike traveling west. The e-bike driver, a 36-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors for the e-bike driver, and driver inattention/distraction for the sedan driver. The sedan’s left front quarter panel and the e-bike’s center front end were damaged at the point of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe speeds in the Bronx.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4554109 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
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Sedan Backing Unsafely Injures Rear Passengers

A sedan backing unsafely in the Bronx struck another vehicle. Two rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The crash caused damage to the right front and left rear quarter panels of the vehicles involved.

According to the police report, a vehicle was backing unsafely on Manor Avenue in the Bronx when it collided with a southbound sedan. Two rear passengers in the sedan, a 22-year-old female and a 26-year-old male, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both occupants remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle. The driver of the backing vehicle held a permit license from Connecticut. The crash caused damage to the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the backing vehicle. The primary driver error listed was 'Backing Unsafely.' No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4552246 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11