Crash Count for Upper East Side-Yorkville
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 953
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 456
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 140
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 16
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 3
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Upper East Side-Yorkville?

Three Dead, 114 Hurt—Speed Kills, Leaders Stall

Upper East Side-Yorkville: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025

The Numbers Do Not Lie

Three people are dead. Fourteen more have been left with serious injuries. In just over three years, the streets of Upper East Side-Yorkville have not spared the young or the old. Pedestrians, cyclists, drivers—no one is immune. In the last twelve months alone, there were 232 crashes. One hundred fourteen people were hurt. Three suffered injuries so severe they may never walk the same, according to NYC Open Data.

The Pattern Is Relentless

A woman crossing with the light at 3rd Avenue and East 80th was struck by a taxi. Her shoulder crushed. CrashID 4760573 A cyclist, 24, thrown from his bike at 2nd Avenue and East 94th, left bleeding in the street. CrashID 4814750 The dead do not speak. The injured carry the story in scars and limps.

Most victims are not behind the wheel. They are walking. They are riding. They are trying to get home. Cars and trucks are the main weapons—two deaths, four serious injuries. Bikes and mopeds are not innocent, but their toll is smaller, as shown in period_stats.

Leadership: Progress and Delay

The city has made moves. Sammy’s Law passed. The city can now lower speed limits to 20 mph. But the limit has not dropped yet. Cameras catch speeders, but the law that keeps them running is always at risk of expiring, according to Take Action.

Local leaders have not done enough. The numbers do not move fast enough. The dead do not come back. Every day of delay is another day of risk.

What Comes Next

This is not fate. This is policy. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand the 20 mph limit. Demand cameras that never go dark. Demand streets where walking does not mean risking your life, as urged by Take Action.

Do not wait for another name on the list. Act now.

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  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4760573 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04

Other Representatives

Rebecca Seawright
Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright
District 76
District Office:
1485 York Ave., New York, NY 10075
Legislative Office:
Room 824, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Julie Menin
Council Member Julie Menin
District 5
District Office:
444 East 75th Street, Unit 1B, New York, NY 10021
212-860-1950
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1821, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6865
Twitter: JulieMenin
Liz Krueger
State Senator Liz Krueger
District 28
District Office:
211 E. 43rd St. Suite 2000, New York, NY 10017
Legislative Office:
Room 416, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Upper East Side-Yorkville Upper East Side-Yorkville sits in Manhattan, Precinct 19, District 5, AD 76, SD 28, Manhattan CB8.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Upper East Side-Yorkville

Distracted Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal

A 66-year-old woman suffered a concussion and head injury after a cyclist distracted by inattention struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred, leaving her incoherent and injured.

According to the police report, a 66-year-old female pedestrian was injured in a collision with a bicycle on East 82 Street near 1 Avenue in Manhattan at 7:35 PM. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal when the bike, traveling straight ahead, struck her at the center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, resulting in incoherence. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment use were noted. The cyclist's failure to maintain attention directly led to the collision and the pedestrian's serious injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764051 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Merging Distracted Hits Sedan on FDR Drive

A distracted SUV driver merging on FDR Drive struck a sedan traveling north. The sedan’s driver suffered a head contusion and bruising, conscious but injured. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive at 2:16 a.m. involving a 2017 SUV merging northbound and a 2013 sedan traveling straight north. The SUV driver was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed,' which contributed to the collision. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper striking the sedan's left rear bumper. The sedan's 39-year-old male driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and bruise, with an injury severity level of 3. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles sustained damage to their respective bumpers. The report highlights driver errors on the SUV operator’s part, specifically inattention and unsafe speed, as the primary causes of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4762250 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk

A Ford taxi swung left at East 80th and 3rd. The driver did not yield. Steel bumper hit a woman’s shoulder as she crossed with the light. Bone crushed. She stayed conscious. The cab showed no damage. The street swallowed her pain.

A 47-year-old woman was injured at the corner of East 80th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan when a Ford taxi making a left turn struck her in the shoulder, according to the police report. The collision occurred as the pedestrian was 'crossing with the light,' placing her lawfully in the intersection. The report states the 'driver did not yield' and lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The impact from the taxi’s left front bumper caused crush injuries to the woman’s upper arm and shoulder. The police report notes the victim remained conscious after the crash. There was no reported damage to the cab. The data makes clear: driver failure to yield and inattention directly led to the injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4760573 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal

A taxi making a left turn struck a 39-year-old woman crossing East 80 Street against the signal. She suffered back abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The crash exposed dangers when drivers turn amid pedestrian violations.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on 3 Avenue was making a left turn on East 80 Street when it struck a 39-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at a location not at an intersection. She sustained back abrasions and was conscious after the impact. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Ford vehicle. The report lists no contributing driver errors such as failure to yield, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none. This crash highlights the collision risks during turning maneuvers when pedestrians cross unlawfully.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4760570 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Int 0346-2024
Menin is excused on safer pedestrian crossing guidelines, misses pro-safety vote.

Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.

Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.


Box Truck Passenger Ejected in Speed Crash

A box truck passenger was thrown from the vehicle in Manhattan. Unsafe speed by the driver caused the crash. The victim suffered serious arm and internal injuries. Heavy trucks, heavy toll.

According to the police report, two box trucks collided near East 81 Street in Manhattan. A 34-year-old male passenger, riding or hanging on the outside of one truck, was ejected and suffered serious upper arm and internal injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were cited. The victim was conscious after the crash but badly hurt. The crash happened at 1:00 PM. One box truck was registered in New York with a licensed male driver; the other, in Indiana, had no occupants. The crash underscores the danger of unsafe speed in large vehicles and the vulnerability of passengers outside the cab.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4754121 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Box Truck Hits Parked Sedan, Man Injured

A box truck struck a parked sedan on East 82nd Street. Metal screamed. A 42-year-old man suffered a shattered arm, blood soaking his sleeve. The truck remained undamaged. The street fell silent after the sudden impact.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East 82nd Street near 2nd Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The report states, 'A box truck struck a parked sedan. Metal screamed. A 42-year-old man clutched his shattered arm, blood soaking his sleeve.' The injured man, a pedestrian at the intersection getting on or off the vehicle, suffered crush injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. The sedan sustained damage to its right rear quarter panel, while the truck showed no damage. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' providing no clear driver error such as failure to yield or distraction. No victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the danger posed by moving vehicles striking stationary cars and the severe injuries inflicted on vulnerable individuals nearby.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753484 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on East 80th

SUV backed up on East 80th. Struck a 28-year-old woman. She suffered neck injury and shock. Driver backed unsafely. Impact hit right front quarter panel. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.

According to the police report, a 2024 SUV backed up on East 80 Street in Manhattan at 9:13 AM and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian. She was not at an intersection but was getting on or off a vehicle. She suffered neck pain, shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact. No actions by the pedestrian contributed to the crash, according to the police report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4750972 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Int 0745-2024
Menin votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.

City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.

Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.


Taxi and Sedan Collide on East 82 Street

A taxi and sedan collided on East 82 Street in Manhattan. The left rear passenger of the taxi suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors in the crash at 10:03 p.m.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 22:03 on East 82 Street involving a 2021 Toyota taxi traveling east and a 2023 Honda sedan traveling north. The taxi sustained damage to its left side doors from impact on the right side, while the sedan was damaged at its center front end. A 61-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the taxi was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report identifies alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan driver held a permit license, while the taxi driver was licensed. The injured passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred. The report does not attribute any fault or contributory behavior to the injured passenger.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746355 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Krueger Calls Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Cancellation Illegal

State Sen. Jeremy Cooney calls out Governor Hochul. He demands a 100-day plan to fill the $16.5 billion MTA gap left by her congestion pricing pause. Projects for safer, more accessible transit hang in the balance. Albany leaders mostly stay silent.

On July 24, 2024, State Sen. Jeremy Cooney, new chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, issued a public demand for Governor Hochul to deliver a '100-day plan' to replace the $16.5 billion MTA funding shortfall caused by her cancellation of congestion pricing. In his op-ed, Cooney wrote, 'the time for debating the merits of congestion pricing has passed,' urging the governor to convene finance, labor, and passenger representatives to find a solution. Cooney’s push comes as the MTA faces threats to station accessibility, signal upgrades, and new trains and buses. Other Albany leaders, including Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Senate President Andrea Stewart-Cousins, have offered little response. Senate Finance Chair Liz Krueger called Hochul’s move illegal. The bill or action is not numbered, but the committee involved is the Senate Transportation Committee. No direct safety analyst note was provided, but the loss of funding jeopardizes projects vital to vulnerable road users.


Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on East 86 Street

A 42-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries on East 86 Street. The crash involved driver inattention and distraction. The rider wore a helmet but sustained a contusion and bruising to the head.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 86 Street at 22:45. The vehicle involved was a 2024 ZHILO moped traveling north, driven by a 42-year-old male who was unlicensed. The moped struck an object or surface with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The driver was ejected from the vehicle and sustained head injuries described as contusions and bruising. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the accident. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver remained conscious after the crash but suffered serious injury severity level 3. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted and unlicensed operation of mopeds in the city.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740236 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Hits Bicyclist on East 89 Street

A 52-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a distracted driver struck her on East 89 Street. The impact caused minor bleeding and injury to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention was cited as the primary cause.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:04 on East 89 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 52-year-old woman traveling south, was struck on the left side doors of her bike. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock noted. She was not ejected from the bike. The driver’s failure to maintain attention directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited in the report. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban environments.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738583 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Turns Right, E-Bike Rider Partially Ejected

A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound e-bike on East 93 Street in Manhattan. The 32-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected, suffering abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention caused the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:42 on East 93 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan traveling west was making a right turn when it struck a southbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was partially ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe the e-bike. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but no contributing victim behaviors were noted. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the e-bike, showing the collision occurred during the sedan's turn. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable e-bike riders.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738254 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUV and Sedan Collide on 1 Avenue Injuring Three

Two vehicles collided on Manhattan’s 1 Avenue, sending three occupants into shock with back and face injuries. Both drivers were distracted, according to the police report. All injured wore seat belts and suffered moderate trauma from the crash impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on 1 Avenue near East 84 Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2017 Volvo sedan traveling north collided while both were going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factors. Three female occupants were injured: the SUV driver (45 years old) with back injuries, the sedan driver (32 years old) with facial injuries, and a front passenger in the SUV (35 years old) with back injuries. All occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. Each suffered injury severity level 3 and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle crashes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738253 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Krueger Supports New Fee If It Raises Billions

State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.

On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.


Krueger Supports Tweaking Congestion Pricing To Maintain Goals

Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.

On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.


Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan Into SUV

Sedan veered on FDR Drive. Smashed into SUV. Driver hurt—neck injury, whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane change, inexperience. Metal twisted. One man injured. No pedestrians, no cyclists, no escape.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on FDR Drive changed lanes unsafely at 18:44 and struck the right front bumper of a northbound SUV. The sedan’s left side doors took the hit. The 31-year-old male sedan driver suffered neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Driver Inexperience" as contributing factors. The sedan driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness, remained conscious, and was not ejected. The SUV had no occupants at the time. The crash stemmed from driver error—unsafe lane changing—without any fault assigned to the injured driver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737663 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive

A 32-year-old male driver was injured when his SUV struck the rear quarter panel of a sedan traveling south on FDR Drive. The SUV driver was semiconscious, wearing a lap belt and harness, with complaints of pain and nausea.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:33 AM on FDR Drive involving a 2023 Toyota SUV and a sedan traveling southbound. The SUV driver, a 32-year-old man, was the sole occupant and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV striking the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The injured driver was not ejected but was semiconscious and complained of pain or nausea. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing behaviors beyond the documented driver errors. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers on high-speed roadways.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734173 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Left Turn Crash Injures Passenger on East 96th

Two sedans collided at East 96th and 3rd. A 24-year-old woman in the Chevrolet took a hard hit to her knee and leg. Police cite failure to yield. Both cars’ front ends smashed. The street stayed dangerous.

According to the police report, a Nissan sedan heading west struck a Chevrolet sedan making a left turn at East 96th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s center front end took the impact. A 24-year-old female passenger in the Chevrolet suffered contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No victim actions or other contributing factors were cited. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a passenger hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4731410 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04