Crash Count for Pelham Parkway-Van Nest
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 761
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 453
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 70
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 13
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 0
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Pelham Parkway-Van Nest?

Blood on the Sidewalk, Blame in the Council Chambers

Blood on the Sidewalk, Blame in the Council Chambers

Pelham Parkway-Van Nest: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 31, 2025

The Hurt That Never Ends

No one died here last year. But the blood still runs. In the last twelve months, 161 people were hurt on these streets. Nine were left with serious injuries. Children, elders, mothers, workers. The numbers do not flinch. They do not heal. They only climb.

Just weeks ago, a crash on Morris Park Avenue left a 61-year-old woman with deep cuts and shock. She was crossing at the intersection. A bike hit her. She did not see it coming. She was not the first. She will not be the last. See NYC Open Data.

Broken Streets, Broken Promises

The city knows these roads kill. At East 177th, Devoe, and East Tremont, 246 crashes, 358 injuries, and two deaths piled up since 2011. For 17 years, the city stalled. Now, $45 million is set aside to fix the intersection. The project will shorten crossings, add sidewalks, and upgrade signals. But the wait has cost lives. “We are excited to make progress on this key corridor, which will make incredible pedestrian and vehicular safety improvements,” said Ian Michaels. The words come late. The pain came first.

What Leaders Do—And What They Don’t

Senator Gustavo Rivera voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, a bill to force repeat speeders to install speed limiters. He co-sponsored it too. The bill targets the worst drivers—those who rack up tickets and keep driving fast. See Open States.

Assembly Member John Zaccaro co-sponsored a bill to expand speed camera enforcement and voted to extend school speed zones. These are steps. But the carnage continues. Council Member Kristy Marmorato has voted for some safety bills, but also fought to keep parking mandates and called congestion pricing a “cash grab.” The priorities are clear. So are the bodies.

The Call

This is not fate. This is policy. Every day leaders delay, more people bleed. Call your council member. Call your senator. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real fixes, not more talk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Pelham Parkway-Van Nest sit politically?
Pelham Parkway-Van Nest belongs to borough Bronx, community board Bronx CB11, city council district District 13, assembly district AD 80 and state senate district SD 33.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Pelham Parkway-Van Nest?
In Pelham Parkway-Van Nest, pedestrians were hurt by: Sedans and SUVs (84 incidents), Motorcycles and Mopeds (7 incidents), and Bikes (3 incidents).
Are these crashes just accidents, or can they be prevented?
These crashes are not random accidents. The same streets see the same pain, year after year. Lower speeds, safer crossings, and better enforcement can prevent them.
What have local politicians done to address traffic violence?
Senator Rivera co-sponsored and voted for the Stop Super Speeders Act. Assembly Member Zaccaro co-sponsored a bill to expand speed camera enforcement and voted to extend school speed zones. Council Member Marmorato has supported some safety bills but also defended parking mandates and opposed congestion pricing.
What can local politicians do right now?
They can push for a 20 mph speed limit, fund street redesigns, and pass laws that target repeat dangerous drivers. They can stop delaying and start saving lives.
How many people were seriously hurt or killed in the last year?
In the last 12 months, 161 people were injured and 9 suffered serious injuries in Pelham Parkway-Van Nest. No deaths were reported, but the toll is heavy.
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.

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Other Representatives

John Zaccaro
Assembly Member John Zaccaro
District 80
District Office:
2018 Williamsbridge Road, Bronx, NY 10461
Legislative Office:
Room 530, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Kristy Marmorato
Council Member Kristy Marmorato
District 13
District Office:
1925 Williamsbridge Rd-Flr 2, Bronx, NY 10461
718-931-1721
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1554, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7375
Gustavo Rivera
State Senator Gustavo Rivera
District 33
District Office:
2432 Grand Concourse, Suite 506, Bronx, NY 10458
Legislative Office:
Room 502, Capitol Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Pelham Parkway-Van Nest sits in Bronx, Precinct 49, District 13, AD 80, SD 33, Bronx CB11.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Pelham Parkway-Van Nest

SUV Turns Right, Hits E-Bike Rider

An SUV made a right turn on East 180 Street in the Bronx. It struck a 54-year-old male e-bike rider traveling straight. The rider suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention as a factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV was making a right turn on East 180 Street when it collided with a 54-year-old male e-bike rider going straight. The e-bike rider was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, and the e-bike was damaged at its center front end. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report does not list it as a contributing factor. The driver of the SUV was licensed in New Jersey, and the e-bike rider held a permit in New York.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4558006 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk

A 25-year-old man was hit while crossing a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The sedan struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver was inattentive and distracted at impact.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Morris Park Avenue struck a 25-year-old male pedestrian crossing a marked crosswalk outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. There was no vehicle damage reported. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4553445 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist

A sedan turning left hit a bicyclist riding south on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The cyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder. Police cited the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way. The rider was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on White Plains Road collided with a southbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old man, sustained a fractured and dislocated shoulder but remained conscious and was not ejected from his bike. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. This crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when drivers fail to yield during turns.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4550767 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan U-Turn Hits Moped in Bronx

A sedan making a U-turn struck a moped traveling north on Bronx Park East. The moped driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The sedan’s left front quarter panel and the moped’s front end were damaged.

According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn when it collided with a moped going straight ahead on Bronx Park East in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 34-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The report lists driver errors including "Turning Improperly" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors. The moped driver was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, and the moped was damaged at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed; the moped driver was unlicensed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4548289 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on White Plains Road

A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The cyclist was ejected and suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The driver was following too closely. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions and no helmet.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on White Plains Road rear-ended a bicyclist also heading north. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, along with abrasions. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor for the crash. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The impact occurred at the center back end of the bike and the left front quarter panel of the sedan. The driver of the sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4539672 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Bus in Bronx

A sedan struck the rear of a stopped bus on Bronx Park East. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. The bus remained stopped with minor damage.

According to the police report, a 48-year-old male sedan driver traveling north on Bronx Park East rear-ended a stopped bus. The collision caused head injuries and whiplash to the sedan driver, who was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. The bus was stopped in traffic and sustained damage to its center back end, while the sedan's center front end was damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver held a valid license from Pennsylvania. The bus driver was licensed in New York and was not reported injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535968 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal in Bronx

A 26-year-old woman was struck while crossing at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing with the signal at an intersection near 590 Morris Park Avenue in the Bronx. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. No information about the vehicle type or driver details was provided. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls, putting pedestrians at risk even when crossing lawfully.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4534367 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
A 8936
Rivera 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
Rivera 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
Rivera 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
Rivera 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.


Bronx SUV Left Turn Ejects Motorcyclist

SUV turned left on East Tremont. Motorcycle slammed into rear panel. Rider flew off, hit hard. Full-body fractures, dislocations. Streets stained with impact. Distraction listed. No escape.

According to the police report, an SUV making a left turn on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx was struck by a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The rider, a 45-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe injuries—fractures and dislocations across his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and operating legally. The motorcycle carried two people, but only the driver was injured. The crash left the SUV damaged at the rear and the motorcycle's front end crushed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4529088 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
S 1078
Rivera 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
Rivera 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.


Taxi Turns Improperly, Hits Sedan in Bronx

A taxi made an improper right turn on Adams Street in the Bronx. It struck a sedan traveling straight north. The collision hit the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s front end. A female passenger in the taxi suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries.

According to the police report, a taxi was making a right turn improperly on Adams Street in the Bronx when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s center front end. The taxi carried two occupants, including a 32-year-old female passenger who was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash. The contributing factor listed was "Turning Improperly," indicating driver error by the taxi operator. Both drivers were licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4526311 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
S 5130
Rivera 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.


Bronx Bicyclist Injured in Traffic Control Crash

A 15-year-old boy riding a bike north on White Plains Road was struck on his right side. The crash caused bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver disregarded traffic control. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding north on White Plains Road near Vannest Avenue in the Bronx. The cyclist suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved a collision impacting the right side doors of the bike. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors or driver details were specified. The cyclist remained conscious and was not ejected from the bike during the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4501971 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Morris Park Avenue

A 31-year-old woman was struck while crossing Morris Park Avenue outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The vehicle involved was unspecified. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported by police.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Morris Park Avenue while crossing outside a crosswalk. She sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved was unspecified, and no driver contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report does not indicate any driver errors or other contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury severity was classified as moderate, with no mention of helmet use or other safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4497123 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04