Crash Count for East Village
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,440
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 815
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 281
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 14
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 8
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025
Carnage in East Village
Killed 8
+1
Crush Injuries 4
Hip/upper leg 2
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Severe Bleeding 9
Head 7
+2
Eye 1
Face 1
Severe Lacerations 1
Head 1
Concussion 5
Head 3
Face 2
Whiplash 21
Neck 11
+6
Head 5
Back 3
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Whole body 1
Contusion/Bruise 81
Lower leg/foot 32
+27
Lower arm/hand 14
+9
Head 12
+7
Back 6
+1
Shoulder/upper arm 6
+1
Face 5
Hip/upper leg 5
Neck 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Chest 1
Abrasion 67
Lower leg/foot 24
+19
Lower arm/hand 18
+13
Head 10
+5
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Face 4
Back 2
Hip/upper leg 2
Neck 1
Pain/Nausea 20
Back 6
+1
Lower arm/hand 5
Neck 4
Head 3
Lower leg/foot 3
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in East Village?

Preventable Speeding in East Village School Zones

(since 2022)
East Village: Nights of impact, years of harm

East Village: Nights of impact, years of harm

East Village: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 4, 2025

Just after noon on Aug 23, a taxi hit a cyclist on East 5th Street in the East Village (Aug 23, 2025).

Eight people are dead here since Jan 1, 2022. Another 658 are hurt. Those figures come from city crash records for this neighborhood through Sep 4, 2025 (NYC Open Data).

Where the street keeps breaking

Avenue D leads the list of harm, with deaths and injuries tied to that corridor (NYC Open Data). FDR Drive cuts its own line of loss. Avenue C and 1st Avenue follow close behind, each with repeated crashes in the record.

Evenings hit hard. Injuries peak at 8 PM and 9 PM, with 44 at each hour recorded in this dataset. Deaths strike at 7 PM, 10 PM, and 11 PM, alongside dozens more injuries (NYC Open Data).

Named factors show up again and again: inattention and failure to yield sit in the file; speed appears in specific cases, too (NYC Open Data). One record logs an unlicensed driver, unsafe speed, and a man killed in the crosswalk at Cooper Square in the early morning of Nov 27, 2022 (NYC Open Data).

The bodies behind the numbers

Pedestrians take most of the deaths here. Cyclists pile up injuries. Trucks and buses turn into walkers at corners. Taxis and private cars do the same, over and over. This is not one bad night; it is a file that does not close (NYC Open Data).

From 2022 through this week, serious injuries in this area reach nine, spread across modes and years. The toll does not spare the young or the old (NYC Open Data).

Fix the corners, slow the cars

The map points to corners like Avenue D and East 10th, Avenue C and East 10th. These need daylighting now, with no parking blocking sight lines. City lawmakers have a bill to ban parking at crosswalks; our Council Member Carlina Rivera is a co-sponsor (Int 1138-2024, timeline record).

Night harm calls for night action: targeted enforcement where injuries spike after dark; hardened turns on Avenue C and Avenue D; leading pedestrian intervals where walkers move first. The data flags heavy vehicles in the mix; turning controls and truck routing can cut those impacts (NYC Open Data).

Albany’s lever on the worst repeat drivers

There is a bill to stop the most dangerous pattern drivers. Senate bill S 4045 would require speed-limiting tech for anyone who racks up 11 points in 24 months or six speed/red-light camera tickets in a year. Our State Senator Brian Kavanagh voted yes in committee (timeline record; Open States). Our Assembly Member Harvey Epstein co-sponsors the Assembly companion A 2299 (timeline record).

Cameras work best when they stay on. The Legislature renewed NYC’s school-zone speed cameras through 2030; Senator Kavanagh voted yes in June (S 8344, timeline record; AMNY).

Slow it everywhere, save lives here

Lower, enforced speeds save lives. A citywide lower default, paired with speed limiters for repeat violators, would reach the corners where people keep getting hit. That is the path from the taxi on East 5th to fewer names in the file. If you live these streets, ask City Hall and Albany to move. Start here: Take Action.

Frequently Asked Questions

How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC Open Data’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets — Crashes, Persons, and Vehicles — filtered to the East Village (NTA MN0303) and the window Jan 1, 2022–Sep 4, 2025. We counted total deaths, injuries, and serious injuries from the Persons table and matched times and locations from the Crashes table. Data were accessed Sep 4, 2025. See the datasets here, with companion tables for Persons and Vehicles.
What recent crashes stand out in the East Village?
On Aug 23, 2025, a taxi hit a cyclist on East 5th Street (timeline record). The neighborhood’s data also show repeated pedestrian impacts at corridors like Avenue D and Avenue C (NYC Open Data).
Where and when is it most dangerous locally?
Avenue D, FDR Drive, Avenue C, and 1st Avenue appear most often in the top harm locations. Injuries peak at 8 PM and 9 PM, with deaths recorded at 7 PM, 10 PM, and 11 PM (NYC Open Data).
What is being done politically?
State Senator Brian Kavanagh voted yes in committee on S 4045 to mandate speed limiters for repeat violators. Assembly Member Harvey Epstein co-sponsors the Assembly companion A 2299 (timeline records). The Legislature also renewed NYC’s school-zone speed cameras through 2030; Kavanagh voted yes (timeline; AMNY).
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

Assembly Member Harvey Epstein

District 74

Council Member Carlina Rivera

District 2

State Senator Brian Kavanagh

District 27

Other Geographies

East Village East Village sits in Manhattan, Precinct 9, District 2, AD 74, SD 27, Manhattan CB3.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for East Village

26
Sedan Hits Pedicab, Two Bicyclists Injured

Jul 26 - A sedan struck a pedicab on 3 Avenue just after midnight. The pedicab carried two bicyclists, both injured. The driver’s unsafe speed and improper lane usage caused the crash. Injuries included bruises and abrasions to face and leg.

According to the police report, a 2023 Nissan sedan collided with a pedicab traveling north on 3 Avenue. The pedicab carried two bicyclists, a 29-year-old male driver and a 23-year-old female passenger. Both were injured, suffering contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, foot, and face. The report lists the contributing factors as unsafe speed and improper passing or lane usage by the sedan driver. The pedicab sustained damage to its right rear bumper, while the sedan was damaged at the center front end. Neither bicyclist was ejected or wearing safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in lane control and speed management.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649608 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
20
SUV Hits 15-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing

Jul 20 - A 15-year-old girl was struck by an SUV making a left turn on Saint Marks Place. She was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield. The girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Saint Marks Place in Manhattan when an SUV making a left turn struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling eastbound at the time.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4647766 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
12
SUV Rear-Ends Pickup Truck on FDR Drive

Jul 12 - A Ford SUV struck a Toyota pickup truck from behind on FDR Drive. The SUV driver, 24, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe lane changing as the cause. Both vehicles traveled south when the crash occurred.

According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV collided with the rear of a 2007 Toyota pickup truck on FDR Drive. The SUV driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, experiencing shock but was not ejected. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead before the crash. The SUV sustained damage to its right front bumper, while the pickup truck was damaged on its left rear bumper. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4644850 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
10
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Avenue C

Jul 10 - A 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2021 Kia SUV on Avenue C. The SUV struck the bike head-on. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive.

According to the police report, a 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a 2021 Kia SUV traveling west on Avenue C collided head-on with him. The bicyclist, traveling north, sustained an abrasion and an upper arm injury but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the driver’s errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV’s front center end was damaged in the crash. The police identified the driver as licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead at the time of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4644486 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
9
Taxi Rear-Ends Moped Driver in Manhattan

Jul 9 - A taxi struck a moped from behind on 1st Avenue near 209th Street. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to maintain distance and inattention as causes.

According to the police report, a taxi collided with a moped on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with knee and lower leg trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists the taxi driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The taxi struck the moped’s left rear bumper with its center back end while both vehicles were traveling north. The crash caused internal complaints and injury severity rated at level 3 for the moped driver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4644485 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
6
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Taxi Collision

Jul 6 - A 20-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered fractures to his knee and lower leg after colliding with a taxi on Avenue C. The crash occurred at 2 a.m. The bicyclist was in shock and sustained serious injuries.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Avenue C in Manhattan involving a bicyclist and a taxi. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi and bicycle both were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both parties. The bicyclist was the driver of the bike and suffered injury severity level 3. The taxi showed no vehicle damage, while the bike had damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4643801 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
2
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on East 12 Street

Jul 2 - A sedan turning left struck a bicyclist going straight on East 12 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abdomen and pelvis injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The cyclist was unhelmeted and in shock after the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. He complained of pain and nausea and was in shock at the scene. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end, causing significant damage to both vehicles. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4647002 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
28
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on East 9 Street

Jun 28 - A 46-year-old woman was struck by a southbound sedan on East 9 Street near Avenue A. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was confused and not at an intersection. The driver's vehicle showed no damage.

According to the police report, a 46-year-old female pedestrian was injured on East 9 Street in Manhattan when a 2014 Ford sedan traveling south struck her outside an intersection. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The sedan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions in the roadway and limited visibility contributed to the crash. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642563 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
26
E-Bike Struck by Sedan on East 6 Street

Jun 26 - A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a sedan made a left turn and struck his e-bike on East 6 Street in Manhattan. The rider suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted at the time of collision.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike traveling south on East 6 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both the sedan and the e-bike operators. The sedan struck the e-bike on its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike's center front end was the point of impact. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4650971 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
20
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Riding Against Traffic

Jun 20 - A 17-year-old male pedestrian was injured on East Houston Street. The SUV driver made a left turn and hit the pedestrian riding against traffic along the highway. The victim suffered abrasions and elbow-arm-hand injuries but was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2023 Kia SUV making a left turn on East Houston Street. The pedestrian was riding along the highway against traffic when the collision occurred. The SUV's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing abrasions and injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected from the scene. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield, but the pedestrian's action of riding against traffic is noted. The driver was licensed and traveling south at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640724 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
19
Taxi Hits Bicyclist on Avenue C

Jun 19 - A taxi struck a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue C. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike showed no damage. The rider was not ejected but went into shock.

According to the police report, a taxi and a bicycle collided on Avenue C. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and experienced shock. The taxi driver was identified as inattentive and distracted, contributing to the crash. The taxi struck the bike at the right front quarter panel, while the bicycle sustained no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was not ejected from his bike during the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4639316 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
16
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Against Signal Manhattan

Jun 16 - A 44-year-old woman was struck at East 12 Street and 1 Avenue. She was crossing against the signal when a vehicle traveling straight hit her in the head. She lost consciousness and suffered serious head injuries.

According to the police report, a 44-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 12 Street and 1 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a vehicle traveling straight ahead struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was unconscious at the scene. The report lists the pedestrian's action as crossing against the signal and notes an unspecified contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were specified. The vehicle type and driver details were not provided. The pedestrian's injury severity was serious, with a complaint of pain or nausea.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4644487 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
13
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist

Jun 13 - A sedan making a left turn hit a 19-year-old bicyclist traveling south on 2 Avenue. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Police cited failure to yield and following too closely as factors.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on 2 Avenue collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 19-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end were damaged in the impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4644488 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
11
SUV Slams Into SUV on FDR Drive

Jun 11 - Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive. One driver hit the other from behind. The striking driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. Police cited unsafe speed and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Night air thick with danger.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveled south on FDR Drive when one SUV struck the rear quarter panel of the other at 11:20 p.m. The driver of the striking SUV, an 18-year-old man, was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and complained of whiplash. Police listed unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight at the time of impact. The injured driver was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The crash left damage to the right front of the striking vehicle and the left rear of the other.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637071 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
10
Two Pedestrians Injured Crossing With Signal

Jun 10 - Two young women were struck while crossing 2 Avenue with the signal. Both suffered moderate injuries: head trauma and bruising. The sedan was making a left turn. No vehicle damage was reported. Both pedestrians were in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a 2015 Chevrolet sedan was making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan when it struck two 22-year-old female pedestrians crossing with the signal at the intersection. Both pedestrians sustained moderate injuries: one suffered head trauma and whiplash, the other had contusions on her elbow and lower arm. Both were in shock. The vehicle showed no damage, and no driver errors or contributing factors were specified in the report. The pedestrians were not at fault, and no safety equipment or signals were noted as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638982 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
9
E-Scooter Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian

Jun 9 - An e-scooter traveling south hit a 35-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries with minor bleeding. The scooter showed no damage. The man was left in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, an e-scooter moving straight ahead struck a pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk on 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The 35-year-old male pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in minor bleeding and shock. The e-scooter had no visible damage after impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers faced by pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637060 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
8
A 7043 Kavanagh votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Jun 8 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


6
A 7043 Epstein votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Jun 6 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


6
A 7043 Glick votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Jun 6 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


1
S 6808 Kavanagh votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.

Jun 1 - 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.