Crash Count for Co-Op City
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 523
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 284
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 56
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 8
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 29, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Co-Op City?

One Crash, One Death, One Demand: Slow Bartow Down Now

One Crash, One Death, One Demand: Slow Bartow Down Now

Co-Op City: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 14, 2025

The Crash That Shook Co-Op City

On July 11, a 79-year-old driver slammed into two cars and a light pole on Bartow Avenue. His 71-year-old passenger, Stella Nyarko-Dei, died at Jacobi Hospital. Seven others were hurt. The street was left scattered with glass and the sound of sirens. A witness described the scene: “I saw one lady was out on the ground. They was giving her medical attention, checking her body. She was laid out.”

No arrests. No answers. The cause is still under investigation. The survivors are expected to recover, but the loss is permanent. Another neighbor recalled, “It was a terrible sound – it was a terrible incident that happened.”

The Relentless Numbers

In the past 12 months, Co-Op City saw 140 crashes, 96 injuries, and no deaths—until now. Since 2022, the toll is heavier: 495 crashes, 255 injuries, 7 serious injuries, and 1 death. The deadliest machines are cars and trucks. Pedestrians have been struck most often by sedans, SUVs, and trucks. No bikes or mopeds killed anyone here, but the threat from cars never lets up.

What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done

Council Member Kevin Riley has co-sponsored bills for speed humps, curb extensions, and safer crosswalks. He voted to legalize jaywalking and expand crash investigations. But the pace is slow. No law has yet forced a citywide 20 mph speed limit.

State Senator Jamaal Bailey voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, which would force repeat dangerous drivers to install speed-limiting tech. Assembly Member Michael Benedetto voted to extend school speed zones. These are steps, not leaps. The street where Stella Nyarko-Dei died is still a speedway.

The Call: Demand More Than Words

One crash. One death. It is enough. Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph limit. Demand speed cameras everywhere. Demand action, not delay. The next crash is waiting at the light.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Co-Op City sit politically?
It belongs to borough Bronx, community board Bronx CB10, city council district District 12, assembly district AD 82 and state senate district SD 36.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Co-Op City?
Cars and Trucks: All pedestrian deaths and injuries were caused by sedans, SUVs, taxis, and trucks. Motorcycles and Mopeds: No deaths or serious injuries to pedestrians. Bikes: No deaths or injuries to pedestrians.
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. Crashes are not random. They happen again and again, in the same places, to the same kinds of people. They can be prevented with slower speeds, safer streets, and real enforcement.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can pass a 20 mph speed limit, expand speed cameras, redesign streets, and hold repeat dangerous drivers accountable. They can act now, not after another death.
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 serious injuries and deaths have happened in Co-Op City recently?
Since 2022, there have been 7 serious injuries and 1 death from traffic crashes in Co-Op City.
Who are the most vulnerable on Co-Op City streets?
Pedestrians and passengers. The latest fatal crash killed a 71-year-old passenger and injured seven others.

Citations

Citations

Other Representatives

Michael Benedetto
Assembly Member Michael Benedetto
District 82
District Office:
3602 E. Tremont Ave. Suite 201, Bronx, NY 10465
Legislative Office:
Room 836, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Kevin C. Riley
Council Member Kevin C. Riley
District 12
District Office:
940 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469
718-684-5509
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1865, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6873
Twitter: CMKevinCRiley
Jamaal Bailey
State Senator Jamaal Bailey
District 36
District Office:
250 S. 6th Ave., Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Legislative Office:
Room 609, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Co-Op City Co-Op City sits in Bronx, Precinct 45, District 12, AD 82, SD 36, Bronx CB10.

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

Traffic Safety Timeline for Co-Op City

SUV and Bus Collide on Tillotson Avenue

A BMW SUV turning right struck a bus making a left turn on Tillotson Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained side damage in the northbound collision.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver of a 2013 BMW SUV was making a right turn when her vehicle collided with a northbound bus making a left turn on Tillotson Avenue in the Bronx. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the right side doors of the bus. The SUV driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash, but was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed and female. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors for the bus driver. The SUV driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4563634 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan Strikes Elderly Man on Baychester Avenue

A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing Baychester Avenue. The impact broke and dislocated his leg and foot. The car’s right front bumper took damage. No driver errors listed. The man stayed conscious.

According to the police report, a 70-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Baychester Avenue away from an intersection. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The northbound 2008 Honda sedan hit him with its right front bumper, damaging the vehicle. The driver was licensed and headed straight. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s crossing location was noted as away from an intersection, but the report does not assign fault. The man remained conscious after the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4561173 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
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SUV Right Turn Injures Three Passengers

A 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn on Tillotson Avenue in the Bronx. The driver and two passengers suffered full-body contusions. All were semiconscious but restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The vehicle's front center end was damaged.

According to the police report, a 2018 Jeep SUV traveling north on Tillotson Avenue in the Bronx was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, and two female passengers, ages 30 and 33, were injured. All occupants were semiconscious and suffered contusions over their entire bodies. Each was secured with lap belts and harnesses and was not ejected from the vehicle. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV, which sustained damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4549243 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Slams Sedan on Tillotson Avenue

SUV struck sedan’s left side on Tillotson Avenue. Woman driving sedan suffered shoulder and arm injuries. Both drivers stayed conscious. Metal twisted. No cause listed.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old woman driving a 2021 sedan and a man in a 2009 SUV collided while heading south on Tillotson Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV hit the sedan’s left front quarter panel with its right front bumper. The sedan driver suffered bruises to her shoulder and upper arm. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both drivers. The crash damaged the sedan’s left side doors and the SUV’s right front bumper.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4538083 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
S 5602
Benedetto 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
Bailey 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.


S 5602
Bailey 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 Sedan on Bellamy Loop

Two sedans collided on Bellamy Loop. The second car struck the first from behind. The 22-year-old female driver of the lead vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash was caused by following too closely and defective brakes.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bellamy Loop collided when the second vehicle rear-ended the first. The 22-year-old female driver of the lead sedan was injured, sustaining head trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the center front end of the second vehicle and the center back end of the first. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. The injured driver was not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533769 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
S 5602
Bailey 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.


S 5602
Bailey 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.


S 3897
Bailey votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.

Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.

Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.


S 5602
Benedetto 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
Bailey 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.


A 8936
Benedetto 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.


A 8936
Benedetto 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.


S 1078
Benedetto 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.


SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Baychester Avenue

SUV slammed into sedan’s front on Baychester Avenue. Young woman behind the wheel hurt her back and neck. Both cars moved south. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the crash.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when a GMC SUV struck her car from behind on Baychester Avenue. The sedan’s front end and the SUV’s rear were damaged. The woman suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained. Both vehicles were traveling south, moving straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4532468 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
S 1078
Bailey 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
Bailey 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.


E-Bike Rider Ejected, Injured on Bartow Avenue

A 32-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. The rider remained conscious but sustained contusions and bruises. The crash caused undercarriage damage to the e-bike.

According to the police report, a 32-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike was injured and ejected during a crash on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. The rider suffered contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The e-bike sustained damage to its undercarriage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or other vehicles involved. The rider held a permit license from New York. No helmet or signaling information was provided. The crash occurred while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead, with impact at the center back end of the vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4516490 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05