Crash Count for Allerton
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 760
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 468
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 89
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 14
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 2
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025
Carnage in Allerton
Killed 2
Crush Injuries 3
Back 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Neck 1
Severe Bleeding 6
Head 3
Face 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Whole body 1
Severe Lacerations 3
Face 1
Head 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Concussion 4
Head 3
Neck 1
Whiplash 10
Neck 5
Back 4
Face 2
Hip/upper leg 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Contusion/Bruise 19
Lower leg/foot 7
+2
Head 4
Hip/upper leg 4
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Face 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Whole body 1
Abrasion 23
Lower leg/foot 7
+2
Head 4
Face 3
Lower arm/hand 3
Whole body 3
Hip/upper leg 1
Neck 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Pain/Nausea 4
Face 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Whole body 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Allerton?

Preventable Speeding in Allerton School Zones

(since 2022)

Two riders dead on the parkway. The pattern didn’t start there.

Allerton: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025

Two men died before dawn on the Bronx River Parkway. Police say a 21‑year‑old in a Mercedes tried to pass, clipped a Volkswagen, then hit two motorcycles. Both riders were thrown and later pronounced dead. The driver was charged with vehicular manslaughter and DWI, and, according to a complaint, had a strong odor of alcohol and stood unsteadily at the scene. The highway shut near Gun Hill. Families grieved. One sister asked the court, “He’s just walking freely? Two people were killed.” Gothamist | CBS New York | NY Daily News

“Two people were killed. He was drunk.” NY Daily News

“My client is prepared to contest these charges and he looks forward to in court.” NY Daily News

South of the exits, Allerton carries the spill. People on foot, on bikes, on small motors. The bodies are local.

Where the street breaks you

The worst injuries cluster on Bronxwood Avenue, Burke Avenue, Adee Avenue, and Allerton Avenue. Each shows serious harm. Each has people hit and sent to the hospital. NYC Open Data

On White Plains Road at 2823, a moped struck two pedestrians. A 45‑year‑old woman had severe bleeding and was semiconscious. A 46‑year‑old man took a blow to the face. “Failure to Yield Right‑of‑Way,” the record says. NYC Open Data

At Williamsbridge and Allerton, a 13‑year‑old girl crossing with the signal suffered crush injuries. The form lists her as semiconscious. NYC Open Data

The hours tell on us. Injuries spike through the afternoon and early evening, then again at 9, 10, and 11 a.m., with a grim pulse at 4 to 6 p.m. One death struck at 9 p.m. NYC Open Data

What keeps showing up

“Other” driver behavior leads the harm here, with inattention and failure to yield close behind. Pedestrians and cyclists take the blows: 54 injured on foot, 30 on bikes in this small area since 2022. Heavy vehicles add to the damage, with trucks involved in multiple serious pedestrian cases. NYC Open Data

The count does not stay still. Year to date, crashes in Allerton are up about 29% from last year’s pace, even as deaths tick to zero. Injuries rose too. One number falls. Another rises. The street remains the same. NYC Open Data

Parkway blood, neighborhood fear

Police say the parkway case began with a pass attempt and ended with two young men dead. Officials named the riders, ages 19 and 21. The driver refused a chemical test, according to prosecutors. Southbound lanes closed near Exit 9. Morning traffic waited behind flares. A family asked, “How could they let him go?” Gothamist | NY Daily News | Gothamist

Fix the corners, slow the steel

What would help here is simple and near: daylighting at Bronxwood, Burke, Adee, and Allerton. Hardened turns and leading pedestrian intervals to stop the quick cut. Raised crossings where people actually cross. Truck routing and targeted enforcement on the worst blocks. These are standard tools. They save lives when used. NYC Open Data

The city has bigger tools too. Albany renewed 24‑hour school‑zone cameras. And there is a bill to force repeat speeders to install devices that won’t let them push past the limit. Senators including Gustavo Rivera voted yes in committee. The measure targets people with patterns: high DMV points or repeated camera tickets. Streetsblog NYC | Open States

City leaders also hold the power to drop default speeds on local streets. Slower traffic leaves more survivors. Fewer families waiting in ER hallways. The mandate is clear. Use it. Take Action

Citations

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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

Allerton Allerton sits in Bronx, Precinct 49, District 13, AD 80, SD 33, Bronx CB11.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Allerton

22
Two Sedans Collide on Paulding Avenue, Injuring Drivers

May 22 - Two sedans collided on Paulding Avenue in the Bronx, injuring both drivers. The crash involved a rear-end impact with no vehicle damage reported. Both drivers suffered whiplash and neck or back injuries, conscious and restrained by lap belts.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling southeast on Paulding Avenue collided in a rear-end crash. The driver of the 2009 Toyota sedan was slowing or stopping when the 2016 Volkswagen sedan struck the center back end of the Toyota with its center front end. Both drivers, aged 64 and 63, were injured with neck and back whiplash but remained conscious and were restrained by lap belts. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors that led to the collision. No vehicle damage was reported despite the impact. The crash occurred in the Bronx at 10:20 a.m., emphasizing the dangers of limited visibility and tailgating on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4726571 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
16
Int 0875-2024 Marmorato co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.

May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.

Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.


23
Sedan Hits 15-Year-Old Bicyclist on White Plains Road

Apr 23 - A 15-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan struck him on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The bike was demolished, and the rider suffered contusions and arm injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the cause.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 16:02 on White Plains Road near Allerton Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The 15-year-old bicyclist was ejected from his bike, which was demolished, and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The driver of the sedan was traveling north, and the bicyclist was traveling east, both going straight ahead before impact. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and 'other' on the bike. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The bicyclist remained conscious but suffered serious injuries requiring medical attention.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4720500 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
Int 0857-2024 Riley co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.

Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.

Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.


16
Unlicensed Moped Rider Dies After Slamming Parked SUV

Apr 16 - A 34-year-old unlicensed moped rider struck a parked SUV on Waring Avenue. Thrown from his vehicle, chest crushed, he died alone beneath the streetlight. The police cite traffic control disregarded. No helmet. The Bronx pavement claimed another life.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old man riding a moped northbound on Waring Avenue collided with the left front bumper of a parked SUV near Barker Avenue in the Bronx. The crash occurred at 21:22. The rider, who was unlicensed and wore no helmet, was ejected from the moped and suffered fatal chest injuries. The report states, 'A moped slammed into a parked SUV. The unlicensed rider, 34, wore no helmet. Thrown hard, chest crushed. He died under the streetlight, alone on the cold pavement.' Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor in the crash. The moped rider's lack of helmet use and license status are noted in the report after the primary driver error. No other injuries were reported. The parked SUV was unoccupied at the time.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717868 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
30
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg

Mar 30 - A Ford pickup turned left at Adee and Wallace. The unlicensed driver struck a woman crossing with the light. Her leg was crushed. She lay awake on the pavement. The truck showed no scars. The Bronx intersection bore the weight.

A 48-year-old woman was struck and seriously injured by a Ford pickup at the corner of Adee Avenue and Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pickup was making a left turn when its unlicensed driver hit the pedestrian, who was 'crossing with the light.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered crush injuries to her knee and lower leg and remained conscious at the scene. The police report notes that the truck sustained no damage. The driver’s lack of a license and failure to yield to a pedestrian in the crosswalk are cited as direct causes of the crash. The victim’s action—crossing with the signal—is mentioned only to clarify she had the right of way.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4714190 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
27
S 2714 Bailey votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Mar 27 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.


27
S 2714 Rivera votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Mar 27 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.


21
Taxi Backing Collides with Sedan on Holland Avenue

Mar 21 - A taxi backing north on Holland Avenue struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 33-year-old man, suffered facial contusions. The impact occurred at the sedan’s left front bumper and the taxi’s rear center. Driver errors remain unspecified.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Holland Avenue at 17:10. A taxi traveling north was backing when it collided with a northbound sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the center back end of the taxi. The sedan driver, a 33-year-old male occupant, sustained facial contusions and was injured but not ejected. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists the sedan driver’s contributing factors as unspecified and does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The taxi’s pre-crash action was backing, which contributed to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4711534 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
20
S 6808 Bailey votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.

Mar 20 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.


20
S 6808 Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.

Mar 20 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.


19
Int 0714-2024 Riley co-sponsors bill for more school safety signs, limited impact.

Mar 19 - Council wants bold signs at every school entrance. Paint on pavement. Metal overhead. The aim: warn drivers, shield kids. The bill sits in committee. Streets wait. Danger does not.

Bill Int 0714-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced March 19, 2024. The bill reads: 'installing safety signs near schools.' Council Member Susan Zhuang leads, joined by Rivera, Gennaro, Won, Hanif, Gutiérrez, Louis, Cabán, Restler, Farías, Banks, Riley, and Feliz. The bill orders the Department of Transportation to paint and hang school safety signs on every street with a school entrance. The goal: alert drivers to children and pedestrians. The bill awaits further action. No safety analyst note was provided.


10
Bronx SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injured

Mar 10 - A 33-year-old female SUV driver lost consciousness while entering a parked position on Boston Road in the Bronx. The vehicle sustained front-end damage. The driver suffered upper arm injuries and shock, with airbags deployed during the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM on Boston Road in the Bronx. The driver, a 33-year-old woman operating a 2021 Nissan SUV, was entering a parked position when she lost consciousness, which is cited as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its center front end, causing damage and triggering airbag deployment. The driver was not ejected but sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly identifies 'Lost Consciousness' as the cause, highlighting a critical driver medical event rather than external collision factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4708526 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
7
Int 0606-2024 Marmorato co-sponsors e-bike registration bill, reducing overall street safety.

Mar 7 - Council wants every e-bike and scooter tagged and tracked. Plates on wheels. Riders face new rules. Lawmakers say it’s about order. The bill sits in committee. Streets wait.

Int 0606-2024 was introduced on March 7, 2024, in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring that every bicycle with electric assist, electric scooter and other legal motorized vehicle be licensed and registered," would force all e-bikes, e-scooters, and similar vehicles not covered by DMV rules to register with DOT and display visible plates. Council Member Inna Vernikov is the primary sponsor, joined by 26 co-sponsors including Holden, Farías, Riley, and others. The bill was laid over in committee and has not advanced. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.


7
Int 0647-2024 Riley co-sponsors bill clarifying bus lane signage, with no safety impact.

Mar 7 - Council moves to force DOT to post clear bus lane signs on every block. Riders and walkers need to know when cars must stay out. The bill demands public, block-by-block rules. No more guessing. Streets reveal their rules.

Int 0647-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on March 7, 2024. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to bus lane restrictions," orders DOT to post signs on each block with bus lane rules and to publish hours online. Sponsors include Althea V. Stevens (primary), Chris Banks, Chi A. Ossé, Nantasha M. Williams, Carmen N. De La Rosa, Amanda Farías, Yusef Salaam, and Kevin C. Riley. The measure aims to end confusion and make bus lane rules plain for all. No safety analyst note was provided.


7
Int 0606-2024 Riley co-sponsors e-bike registration bill, reducing overall street safety.

Mar 7 - Council wants every e-bike and scooter tagged and tracked. Plates on wheels. Riders face new rules. Lawmakers say it’s about order. The bill sits in committee. Streets wait.

Int 0606-2024 was introduced on March 7, 2024, in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring that every bicycle with electric assist, electric scooter and other legal motorized vehicle be licensed and registered," would force all e-bikes, e-scooters, and similar vehicles not covered by DMV rules to register with DOT and display visible plates. Council Member Inna Vernikov is the primary sponsor, joined by 26 co-sponsors including Holden, Farías, Riley, and others. The bill was laid over in committee and has not advanced. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.


3
SUV Collision on Paulding Avenue Injures Passenger

Mar 3 - Two SUVs collided head-on on Paulding Avenue. The front passenger of one vehicle suffered a concussion and head injury. The crash occurred during early morning hours. Driver distraction was cited as the contributing factor in the police report.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Paulding Avenue at 1:10 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead, one northbound and the other westbound, and impacted at their front bumpers. The right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left front bumper of the other were damaged. The front passenger, a 27-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were listed. The collision resulted in serious injury to the passenger, highlighting the dangers posed by distracted driving.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4708403 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
28
Motorcycle Driver Injured on Wallace Avenue

Feb 28 - A motorcycle driver suffered severe leg injuries in a crash on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was incoherent at the scene, with a fractured and distorted lower leg. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:34 PM on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. The sole occupant, a 40-year-old male motorcycle driver, was injured with fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report notes the driver was incoherent at the scene and was not ejected from the vehicle. The motorcycle was traveling south and was passing when the collision occurred, impacting the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed in the report. The driver held a valid New York license. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4709865 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
28
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

Feb 28 - A 38-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a BMW sedan hit her at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver’s unsafe speed and inattention caused the crash despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.

According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Matthews Avenue struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection with Arnow Avenue. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper, causing damage to the same area. Contributing factors cited include the driver’s unsafe speed, inattention, and disregard for traffic control. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and distraction—as the primary causes of the collision, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4707133 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
28
Int 0450-2024 Marmorato co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by expanding community use of outdoor spaces.

Feb 28 - Council bill pushes DOT to let schools, centers, and institutions use streets outside their doors. More people, less traffic. Streets shift from cars to community. Still in committee.

Int 0450-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since February 28, 2024. The bill orders DOT to create a program letting community centers, schools, arts, and religious institutions use adjacent outdoor spaces. The matter title reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to establish a program to allow community centers, schools, arts and cultural institutions and religious institutions to use adjacent outdoor spaces.' Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Stevens, Restler, Won, and others. The bill has not yet passed. If enacted, it could reclaim space from cars, giving it to people. No formal safety analysis yet, but the measure could mean safer, more vibrant streets for all.