Bronx Streets Bleed While Politicians Stall—Who’s Next?

• Man struck and killed in deadly hit-and-run in the Bronx, ABC7, Published 2025-09-07

Sep 2 - Jarvis and Zulette in the Bronx. 3:30 a.m. A driver on a motorcycle crashed. The driver and a 35-year-old passenger were thrown. She had a head abrasion. He had whiplash. Both were listed injured.

According to the police report, a driver on a southbound motorcycle going straight on Jarvis Ave at Zulette Ave in the Bronx crashed around 3:30 a.m. The crash ejected both people. A 35-year-old woman riding as a passenger sustained a head injury with an abrasion and was listed injured. The 30-year-old male driver suffered a back injury and complained of whiplash; he was listed injured. Police recorded contributing factors as Unspecified for the driver and passenger, and did not list a specific violation. No other vehicle was identified in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4839169 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Aug 30 - Drivers in two sedans and a moped crashed on Bruckner at Crosby. A 17-year-old rider was thrown, bleeding from the head. A 20-year-old sedan driver reported a back abrasion. Police listed no contributing factors.

Two sedan drivers and a moped rider crashed at Bruckner Blvd and Crosby Ave in the Bronx at 7:20 p.m. on Aug. 30, 2025. The 17-year-old rider was ejected. He was conscious with head bleeding. A 20-year-old sedan driver reported a back abrasion. Another driver was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, all three were going straight: one sedan north, one south, the moped west. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors were listed. Damage notes cite a right-front hit on one sedan, a left-rear hit on the other, and front damage on the moped.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4840330 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Aug 23 - On the Cross Bronx, a turning sedan drilled a parked BMW. Metal tore. Two occupants were hurt. Police flagged aggressive driving. The expressway bared its teeth again.

A sedan making a right turn struck a parked BMW on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Randall Avenue. Two occupants were injured: a 25-year-old male front passenger and a 26-year-old female driver, both conscious with neck abrasions. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Aggressive Driving/Road Rage.” The turning driver’s action is the central error, with impact recorded to the turning car’s center front end and the parked BMW’s left side doors. No pedestrian or cyclist was listed. Safety equipment for the injured occupants was noted as “None,” but it follows the cited driver aggression as a factor. The crash occurred within NYPD Precinct 45 in the Bronx.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4837692 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Aug 9 - A driver traveling east hit a 29-year-old woman off the roadway near 3639 E Tremont Ave in the Bronx. She was semiconscious with internal, whole-body injuries. Police recorded aggressive driving.

A driver traveling east near 3639 E Tremont Ave struck a 29-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. She was left semiconscious with internal, whole-body injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage." The vehicle is listed as standing before the crash and recorded as going straight ahead; point of impact and damage are listed at the center front end. Police listed driver errors as Aggressive Driving/Road Rage and Unspecified. The report notes the pedestrian's location as off the roadway; no pedestrian errors are cited.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4835567 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Aug 9 - A cab driver died after an SUV, moving at 77 mph in a 25 zone, struck his car in the Bronx. The driver ran. DNA on the airbag led to charges. The street stayed silent. The loss remains.

According to the New York Post (2025-08-09), Imani Williams was charged after her SUV hit a livery cab at 77 mph in a 25 mph zone, killing driver Robert Godwin. Prosecutors say Williams used a bus lane, ran a red light, and fled on foot. DNA from the airbag identified her. District Attorney Darcel Clark said, 'This defendant was allegedly driving three times the speed limit when her SUV slammed into a livery cab.' The case highlights the deadly risk of speeding and reckless driving in city streets.

• Speeding SUV Kills Bronx Cab Driver, New York Post, Published 2025-08-09

Aug 7 - A speeding SUV tore through a red light, crushed a cab. The driver fled. The cabbie died, bloodied and alone. Police found the suspect two years later. The street stayed dangerous.

NY Daily News (2025-08-07) reports Imani Williams was arrested for a 2022 Bronx crash that killed livery cab driver Robert Godwin. Williams drove 77 mph in a 25-mph bus lane, ran a red, and T-boned Godwin, who had the right of way. The SUV pushed the cab 70 feet into parked cars. Williams and her passengers fled. DNA evidence linked her to the scene. Charges include manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The case highlights deadly speed and red-light running, raising questions about enforcement and street design.

• Bronx Cab Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-07

Jul 25 - Two drivers of SUVs collided on Barkley Ave near Quincy Ave in the Bronx. Police recorded driver inattention for both. A 35-year-old male driver suffered arm abrasions.

Two drivers of SUVs crashed on Barkley Ave near Quincy Ave in the Bronx at 3:38 p.m. Both were going straight, one northwest, one southwest. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was recorded for both drivers. One driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm; he was conscious and not ejected. A 49-year-old female driver was listed with an unspecified injury. The male driver’s air bag deployed and he wore a lap belt, per the report. Vehicle damage shows a center-front hit to one SUV and left-side door damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830418 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.

According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.

• Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-07-15

Jul 14 - A driver in an SUV made a U-turn and hit a northbound moped on Otis Avenue. The 21-year-old moped rider suffered a fractured arm and was conscious. Police recorded driver inattention, improper turning and following too closely.

A driver in an SUV made a U-turn on Otis Avenue and collided with a northbound moped. The 21-year-old moped driver, conscious, suffered a fracture to his elbow/arm. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction', 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The SUV struck the moped at the SUV's left front quarter panel and the moped's center front end. Police records list the moped rider as unlicensed and the SUV driver as licensed. No injuries were recorded for the SUV driver in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827605 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jul 13 - A car struck two vehicles and a pole on Bartow Ave. Eight people hurt. Stella Nyarko-Dei, 71, died. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the scars. All drivers stayed. Police investigate.

According to NY Daily News (2025-07-13), a 79-year-old driver crashed into two cars and a light pole in the Bronx, killing his 71-year-old passenger, Stella Nyarko-Dei, and injuring seven others. The article states, "The impact sent the Hyundai careening into an unoccupied parked car." All drivers remained at the scene. Police said, "The cause of the crash was not immediately known." No arrests were made. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle collisions and the vulnerability of passengers. Authorities continue to investigate the sequence and cause of the crash.

• Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-13

Jul 12 - A 66-year-old man lost consciousness while driving east on Harrington Ave. His sedan struck several parked cars. He suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries and was in shock. Police listed illness and lost consciousness as contributing factors.

A sedan driving east on Harrington Ave in the Bronx ran into multiple parked cars. The driver, a 66-year-old man, was the only person injured. He suffered abdomen and pelvic injuries and was reported in shock. According to the police report, "Illnes" and "Lost Consciousness" were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded the driver’s condition as the cause rather than another road user. The crash damaged several parked vehicles, including sedans and SUVs. Vehicle records show the driver was licensed and wearing a lap belt and harness; no pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827603 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jul 5 - A motorcycle struck a BMW SUV in the Bronx. The rider suffered a fractured leg. Both vehicles showed heavy damage. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets remain unforgiving.

A motorcycle and a BMW SUV collided on Harding Avenue near East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 42-year-old motorcycle rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the crash occurred. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV was hit on the left rear quarter panel; the motorcycle took damage to the front. The rider wore a helmet. No other injuries were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825743 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.

ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.

• Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt, ABC7, Published 2025-07-03

Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.

Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.

• File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30

Jun 29 - A bus and sedan collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. Eighteen bus occupants and multiple car passengers were involved. One man suffered whiplash. Police cite illness as a factor. No pedestrians harmed.

A crash on Hutchinson River Parkway involved a bus and several cars, with at least eighteen bus occupants and multiple car passengers affected. One male driver, age 36, suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as a contributing factor in the collision. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash data shows no driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield. All injuries reported were to vehicle occupants. No helmet or signal issues were cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824470 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jun 28 - Five hospitalized after Bronx crash. Pedestrians struck. Driver fled. Police made arrest. Metal and bodies met on city streets. System failed to shield the vulnerable.

CBS New York (2025-06-28) reports a Bronx man was arrested after a multivehicle crash sent five people, including pedestrians, to the hospital. The article states, "The suspect allegedly fled the scene after the crash, which injured several pedestrians." The incident highlights the danger of hit-and-runs and the failure to protect those on foot. The crash underscores persistent risks for pedestrians and the urgent need for safer streets.

• Bronx Crash Injures Pedestrians, Driver Flees, CBS New York, Published 2025-06-28

Jun 24 - Two vehicles slammed together on Bruckner Expressway. A passenger suffered whiplash. A driver took a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and bodies took the blow.

Two vehicles, a station wagon/SUV and a chassis cab, collided on Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 28-year-old driver sustained a concussion and injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was going straight; the chassis cab was changing lanes. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822865 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jun 21 - Two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway. Four people hurt, including a child. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Whiplash and bruises. System failed to protect passengers.

Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway in the Bronx. Four occupants, including an 11-year-old boy, suffered injuries—head, arm, shoulder, and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south, one going straight, the other turning right. The impact left multiple people hurt, with three conscious and reporting pain. Lap belts and harnesses were used by those injured, as noted in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822153 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jun 21 - A moped crash on Hutchinson River Parkway left an 18-year-old woman sprawled on the asphalt, clinging to life. The driver fled. Metal and bodies scattered. Six others hurt. The road stayed open. The danger stayed real.

NY Daily News reported on June 21, 2025, that an 18-year-old woman was critically injured after being thrown from a moped in a multi-vehicle crash on the Hutchinson River Parkway in the Bronx. According to police, 'the moped driver sped away from the 3:45 a.m. crash,' leaving the woman on the road. The crash began when a Honda Accord hit a Honda Pilot, which then struck the moped from behind, ejecting the passenger. The moped operator stopped briefly but fled before first responders arrived. Six others from the involved vehicles were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights the risks of multi-vehicle collisions and the consequences when drivers abandon crash scenes, leaving vulnerable road users exposed and unprotected.

• Moped Passenger Critically Hurt in Bronx Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-21