No More Excuses: Blood Still Flows on Bronx Streets

A sedan hit a man crossing Hobart Avenue in the Bronx. The car’s left front bumper struck him. He suffered a leg injury. Five people rode inside the car. The police listed no driver errors. The street stayed dangerous. The man bled on the asphalt.

A sedan traveling straight struck a 38-year-old man as he crossed Hobart Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the car’s left front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing a contusion and injury to his knee and lower leg. Five occupants were inside the sedan, including a 5-year-old child. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured and exposed the persistent risks faced by those on foot.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815690, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A man lies broken on Wilkinson Avenue, his body crushed by metal and rage. Blood stains the Bronx street. Two vehicles, one parked, one battered. Two women stand silent. The city’s indifference echoes in the aftermath.

A 32-year-old man suffered severe crush injuries to his entire body after being struck on Wilkinson Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident involved a 2017 Infiniti sedan and a parked 2024 Toyota SUV. The police report describes the pedestrian as 'semiconscious' and 'broken' in the street, with blood marking the scene. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, explicitly pointing to dangerous driver behavior as the cause of the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, while two women present at the scene were unharmed. The focus remains on the aggressive actions of the sedan’s driver, as documented by police. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior are cited in the official report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808056, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A man clung to his car as a thief sped off. The car crashed into parked vehicles. He was crushed and struck again by a fleeing SUV. Blood pooled on the Bronx street. He was left with critical head and leg injuries.

ABC7 reported on April 24, 2025, that a 32-year-old man suffered critical injuries while trying to stop a car thief on Wilkinson Avenue in the Bronx. Surveillance video captured the suspect entering the double-parked Infiniti as the owner ran to intervene. The man was dragged for a block and a half before the car crashed into parked vehicles. ABC7 notes, 'Witnesses described a bloody scene and severe leg injury.' After falling, the victim was also struck by the suspect’s SUV. Police said the suspect abandoned the stolen car and fled on foot. The incident highlights the dangers of vehicle theft and high-speed flight on city streets. No arrests have been made.

• Bronx Car Theft Leaves Man Critically Hurt, ABC7, Published 2025-04-24

A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a box truck making a right turn on Country Club Road in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:20 on Country Club Road in the Bronx. A 2023 Chevrolet SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the right rear quarter panel of a box truck making a right turn northeast. The SUV's left front bumper was damaged. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old female occupant, was injured with head trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, and was not ejected. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, indicating no clear driver error was identified. The box truck driver’s license and sex were not reported. The collision highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Bronx streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802028, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 51-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan made an improper turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and left the cyclist conscious but injured, highlighting driver errors in lane use and turning.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. A 2019 Kia sedan, traveling west and making a U-turn, collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The bicyclist, a 51-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with abrasions reported. The police cited 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the impact. Vehicle damage was noted on the bike's center front end, while the sedan showed no damage. The report emphasizes driver errors in improper turning and lane usage as the cause, with no contributing factors assigned to the bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794763, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 64-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Parkview Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to avoid the collision, impacting the pedestrian’s left front quarter panel. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 6:40 AM in the Bronx while crossing Parkview Avenue without a signal or crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2021 Mercedes SUV, driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity classified as moderate (3). The report cites 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and not at an intersection at the time of the collision. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4788007, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 21-year-old male driver suffered a concussion and head injury after crashing his BMW sedan on Bruckner Expressway. Police report cites unsafe speed as the cause. Airbag deployed; driver remained inside vehicle but was incoherent at the scene.

According to the police report, a 21-year-old male driver operating a 2009 BMW sedan on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a crash at 3:32 a.m. The vehicle was traveling north, going straight ahead when it impacted with its center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor to the collision. The driver was not ejected but sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle's airbag deployed during the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The data highlights the driver's excessive speed as the critical error leading to the crash and injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4781463, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan overturned on Bruckner Expressway at night, injuring both occupants. The driver suffered upper arm injuries and shock, while the front passenger sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding. Unsafe speed and lane changing contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:43 on Bruckner Expressway involving a 2007 Lexus sedan traveling southwest. The driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with upper arm trauma and shock, restrained by a lap belt. The front passenger, a 22-year-old male, also suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding, also wearing a lap belt. The driver’s contributing factors included unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing, as noted in the report. The vehicle overturned after the driver attempted to avoid an object in the roadway, impacting the roof. The report explicitly cites driver errors—unsafe speed and lane changes—as causes. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782653, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on Macdonough Place in the Bronx. The lead vehicle stopped in traffic. The following vehicle struck it from behind, injuring six occupants. Injuries included whiplash and back pain. All victims were conscious and restrained except one infant without safety equipment.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:00 PM on Macdonough Place in the Bronx. Two sedans traveling north were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2012 Dodge sedan with six occupants, was stopped in traffic. The following vehicle, a 2011 Kia sedan, was going straight ahead and struck the Dodge from behind, impacting the center front end of the Kia and the center back end of the Dodge. The primary contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the driver of the Kia. Six occupants in the Dodge were injured, including a 12-year-old girl, a 1-year-old infant, and adults aged 21 to 40. Injuries reported were whiplash and back pain, with all occupants conscious. The infant was not using any safety equipment, while others wore lap belts. The driver of the Kia was licensed in New York; the Dodge driver was licensed in North Carolina. No pedestrian or cyclist involvement was reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764174, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two SUVs crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway amid a police pursuit. The impact struck the left rear bumper of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other. A 39-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg abrasions but was not ejected.

According to the police report, two Ford SUVs traveling north on Hutchinson River Parkway collided during a police pursuit at 2:22 AM. The crash involved a left rear bumper impact on one SUV and a right front bumper impact on the other. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors during the pursuit. A 39-year-old male driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained abrasions to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report does not list any contributing factors related to victim behavior or safety equipment use. The collision highlights the systemic dangers of high-speed police pursuits involving multiple vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763656, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Expressway collided front-to-back. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered chest injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The crash left one driver injured with complaints of pain and nausea.

According to the police report, two sedans were traveling northbound on Bruckner Expressway when they collided. The point of impact was the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking sedan, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest pain and reported shock. He was not ejected and was the sole occupant of his vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in center-end damage to both vehicles and left one driver with injury severity level 3, indicating a serious injury. The report focuses on the vehicle collision dynamics without attributing fault to the injured driver.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4752040, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A bus struck its own passengers, injuring two adults with contusions and bruises. Both victims remained conscious but suffered neck and face injuries. The impact occurred at the bus’s left front bumper, revealing a serious crash inside the vehicle.

According to the police report, a 2018 New Flyer bus traveling straight ahead on Westchester Avenue collided with something at its left front bumper around 11:30 p.m. Two passengers, a 45-year-old man and a 56-year-old woman, were injured inside the bus. Both were conscious and sustained contusions and bruises to the neck and face, respectively. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The injured passengers were not ejected and were seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat. The crash caused damage to the bus’s left front bumper. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4748117, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A tractor truck changed lanes unsafely on Bruckner Expressway, striking a southbound sedan. The sedan driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injury. The collision impacted the sedan’s left rear quarter panel and the truck’s right front bumper.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 on Bruckner Expressway involving a tractor truck and a sedan, both traveling south. The truck was changing lanes when it collided with the sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear quarter panel and the truck’s right front bumper. The contributing factor cited was "Unsafe Lane Changing" by the truck driver. The sedan driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior. The collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe lane changes on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744166, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 24-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered moderate burns and full-body injuries on Bruckner Expressway. The crash occurred at 12:51 a.m. The defective pavement contributed to the crash, with the unlicensed rider traveling southbound and losing control.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on Bruckner Expressway at 12:51 a.m. The report states the bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body and moderate burns. The crash involved a single bike traveling southbound, with impact at the center front end. The driver was unlicensed in New York. The contributing factor listed is "Pavement Defective," indicating road conditions played a role in the crash. No other vehicle was involved. The bicyclist was wearing a motorcycle helmet, but no other victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The report highlights the systemic danger of defective pavement and the risks posed by unlicensed operation on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744950, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sport utility vehicles collided on City Island Avenue in the Bronx. The impact injured all occupants, including the drivers and passengers, who suffered whiplash and abrasions. Improper lane markings and alcohol involvement contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:23 on City Island Avenue in the Bronx involving two SUVs traveling northeast. One driver was making a U-turn while the other was making a right turn when the vehicles collided. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. The report cites improper or inadequate lane markings as a contributing factor for both vehicles. Additionally, alcohol involvement was noted for the driver and front passenger of one SUV. All occupants, including the drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash, abrasions, and injuries to the entire body or lower limbs. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and none were ejected. The collision highlights systemic dangers related to lane marking deficiencies and impaired driving.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740521, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A moped traveling south on Bruckner Expressway collided on its left side with a sedan also heading south. The moped driver, unlicensed and helmeted, was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries and abrasions. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male moped driver was involved in a side-impact collision with a sedan on the Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling southbound when the crash occurred. The moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, along with abrasions. The report notes the moped driver was wearing a helmet but was unlicensed. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, struck the moped on its left side doors, damaging its own right side doors. The report lists the moped driver's contributing factors as unspecified, but the unlicensed status is a critical driver error. No pedestrian or cyclist involvement was reported. The collision highlights risks posed by unlicensed operators on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741439, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan traveling north struck by a tractor trailer on Bruckner Expressway. Two men in the sedan suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both wore lap belts and remained conscious. Police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors for the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:11 on Bruckner Expressway involving a northbound sedan and a tractor truck diesel. The sedan's left front bumper and quarter panel were the point of impact. The sedan carried two male occupants: a 56-year-old driver and a 58-year-old front passenger. Both were injured with whiplash and upper arm or elbow injuries but were conscious and wearing lap belts. The tractor truck had no occupants at the time. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused injuries to vehicle occupants without ejection or loss of consciousness.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4731875, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A box truck made an improper left turn on Bruckner Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The SUV’s 4-year-old occupant was ejected and suffered severe whole-body injuries, left semiconscious with pain and nausea. Driver error caused the violent impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:07 on Bruckner Expressway when a box truck, traveling south and making a left turn, struck a southbound SUV going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the SUV, with damage to both vehicles’ front and rear bumpers. The contributing factor cited was "Turning Improperly" by the box truck driver. The SUV carried a single occupant, a 4-year-old male passenger who was ejected from the vehicle despite being secured with a lap belt and harness. The child sustained severe injuries to his entire body, was semiconscious, and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers by large vehicles on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4728106, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A Florida pickup turned right on Buhre Avenue. A 47-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck. Her neck crushed, pain etched in the street. She stayed conscious. The truck bore no scars. The city marked another wound.

A 2018 Nissan pickup truck with Florida plates turned right on Buhre Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard, striking a 47-year-old woman who was crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the woman was 'crossing with the signal' when the collision occurred. She suffered crush injuries to her neck but remained conscious at the scene. The police report notes that the pickup truck showed 'no damage' after the impact. The driver was making a right turn at the time of the crash. The only contributing factors listed in the report are 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the impact: 'Her neck crushed. She stayed conscious. The truck showed no damage. The street held her pain.' The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor, emphasizing the systemic danger present at the intersection.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4726276, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4720042, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14