Crash Count for Harlem (South)
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,315
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 690
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 183
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 10
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 6, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Harlem (South)?

Who Bleeds Next? Harlem’s Streets Won’t Wait

Harlem (South): Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025

The Toll in Blood and Bone

One death. Nine left with life-changing wounds. In Harlem (South), the numbers do not tell the whole story, but they do not lie. Since 2022, cars, SUVs, trucks, bikes, and mopeds have crashed 1,225 times. Pedestrians and cyclists bear the brunt. In the last year alone, 159 people were injured—one a child, left with a serious injury. The street does not care about age. It takes the young and the old, the walker and the rider.

A 67-year-old cyclist was left incoherent and bleeding after a taxi struck him on 8th Avenue. The crash report lists only two words: “Driver Inattention.” No one else paid the price. (NYC crash report)

On West 125th, a pedestrian was slashed across the face by a passing e-bike. The record says “severe lacerations.” The street remembers the blood, not the reason. (NYC crash report)

Leadership: Votes, Bills, and the Waiting

Local leaders have moved, but the street moves faster. State Senator Cordell Cleare voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, a bill to force repeat speeders to install speed limiters. She also backed the extension of school speed zones, a small shield for children crossing the street. Council Member Yusef Salaam sponsored a pilot for high-visibility pavement markings, demanding the city mark the places where blood has already been spilled.

But the work is slow. The pain is not. “We want a real solution to the bike and pedestrian safety issue,” said CB 5 Vice Chair Samir Lavingia. “We need to do something to make sure bicyclists feel safer.”

The Street Remembers What We Forget

SUVs, sedans, taxis, bikes, trucks, mopeds—each leaves its mark. The city counts the wounds. It does not count the fear. The sidewalk is not safe. The crosswalk is not safe. The bike lane is not safe. The only thing that changes is who bleeds next.

Call your council member. Call your senator. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real protection for people, not just promises. The street will not wait. Why should you?

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Other Representatives

Jordan Wright
Assembly Member Jordan Wright
District 70
District Office:
163 W. 125th St. Suite 911, New York, NY 10027
Legislative Office:
Room 532, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Yusef Salaam
Council Member Yusef Salaam
District 9
District Office:
163 Lenox Avenue, New York, NY 10026
212-678-4505
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1776, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7397
Twitter: CMYusefSalaam
Cordell Cleare
State Senator Cordell Cleare
District 30
District Office:
Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building 163 W. 125th St., Suite 912, New York, NY 10027
Legislative Office:
Room 905, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Harlem (South) Harlem (South) sits in Manhattan, Precinct 28, District 9, AD 70, SD 30, Manhattan CB10.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Harlem (South)

S 5130
Cleare 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.


Pick-up Truck Hits Bicyclist on 8th Avenue

A pick-up truck turning right struck a bicyclist traveling north on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm, bleeding slightly and shocked. Police cited the truck driver for following too closely.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a GMC pick-up truck made a right turn and collided with him on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The bicyclist was not ejected and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The driver of the truck was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4523321 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Pedestrian Struck by Turning Sedan on Lenox

A male pedestrian crossing against the signal was hit by a northbound sedan making a right turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Alcohol and driver distraction contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a male pedestrian crossing against the signal on Lenox Avenue was struck by a northbound sedan making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's point of impact was the left front quarter panel. The driver was female, and the vehicle was registered in New Jersey. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No safety equipment or helmet was noted. The crash highlights driver error in failing to maintain attention and the influence of alcohol.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4520236 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Taxi Hits Pedestrian on 7 Avenue

A 24-year-old man was struck by a taxi on 7 Avenue near West 112 Street. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The taxi driver was distracted, contributing to the crash.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7 Avenue struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection near West 112 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was injured across his entire body and was semiconscious when emergency responders arrived. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping before impact but was inattentive and distracted, which the report lists as a contributing factor. The pedestrian's confusion or error in the roadway also contributed to the crash. The taxi sustained damage to its center front end. No other vehicles or occupants were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4518890 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
E-Scooter Rider Thrown by Broken Pavement

A man on an e-scooter hit broken pavement on Saint Nicholas Avenue. He flew forward, struck his head, and bled in the street. The scooter’s front end crumpled. The crash left him conscious but badly cut and shaken.

A 52-year-old man riding an e-scooter southbound on Saint Nicholas Avenue near West 119th Street was injured after striking broken pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The man remained conscious but bled from deep cuts as his scooter lay crumpled. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash highlights the danger posed by poor street conditions and inattention, as documented in the official report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4515054 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Unlicensed Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Wet Street

Two sedans collided on West 119 Street. A licensed female driver was injured and shocked. The unlicensed male driver caused the crash. Slippery pavement and alcohol involvement worsened the impact. Both vehicles traveled south before the collision.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on West 119 Street collided. The licensed female driver of a 2012 Honda was injured and experienced shock. The male driver of a 2008 Hyundai was unlicensed. The report lists contributing factors as "Other Vehicular" and "Alcohol Involvement," with slippery pavement also noted. The point of impact was the center back end of the Honda and the center front end of the Hyundai. The unlicensed status of the male driver and alcohol involvement indicate driver errors leading to the crash. The female driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4524386 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Multi-Wheeled Vehicle Strikes Woman on Saint Nicholas

A heavy vehicle hit a 56-year-old woman crossing Saint Nicholas Avenue. Steel met flesh. Her head split. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious, pain sharp, beneath the machine that did not stop. Aggression and failure to yield ruled the road.

A 56-year-old woman was struck by a northbound multi-wheeled vehicle while crossing Saint Nicholas Avenue near 60th in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A northbound multi-wheeled vehicle struck her. Her head split. She lay conscious, bleeding on the pavement, beneath the steel that did not stop.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The woman suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The crash highlights the danger posed by large vehicles and driver aggression. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4512235 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
S 5130
Cleare 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.


SUV Backing Into E-Scooter Injures Rider

A Ford SUV made a U-turn and backed into a southbound e-scooter on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The 26-year-old female e-scooter driver suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The SUV driver showed inattention and backed unsafely, causing the crash.

According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV was making a U-turn and backing unsafely when it collided with a southbound e-scooter on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The e-scooter driver, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with contusions to her knee and lower leg. The report lists the SUV driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The e-scooter sustained damage to its center front end, while the SUV showed no damage. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and her safety equipment status is unknown. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inattentive backing maneuvers in busy city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4506401 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
2
Aggressive Driving Triggers Sedan Crash in Harlem

Two sedans slammed together on West 121 Street. Aggressive driving and reckless lane use led to the crash. A 28-year-old man and a 15-year-old girl were hurt. Both suffered shock. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 121 Street at 8 Avenue in Manhattan. Aggressive driving and improper lane usage by the drivers caused the crash. A 28-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 15-year-old female passenger was also injured. Both were in shock. The right front bumpers of both vehicles were damaged. Contributing factors listed in the report include aggressive driving, road rage, and improper passing or lane usage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4501007 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
2
Sedan Merges Into USPS Mail Truck

A sedan merging north on Lenox Avenue struck the left rear quarter of a USPS mail truck traveling straight. Both sedan occupants suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a 2018 Chevrolet sedan merging north on Lenox Avenue collided with the left rear quarter panel of a USPS mail truck traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two male occupants, aged 47 and 56, both injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, including outside car distraction. The sedan driver was licensed in Virginia and the mail truck driver in New York. The crash caused damage to the left rear quarter panel of the sedan and the right front bumper of the mail truck. No ejections occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4503146 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
11-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing Against Signal

An 11-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on West 112 Street. The sedan driver was distracted and failed to notice the pedestrian crossing against the signal. The boy suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious after the impact.

According to the police report, an 11-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal at an intersection on West 112 Street. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda sedan traveling eastbound, was inattentive and distracted, contributing to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage. No safety equipment or helmet was noted. The pedestrian was not at fault; the driver’s distraction caused the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4497780 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West 125 Street

A sedan made a right turn and struck a westbound e-bike on West 125 Street in Manhattan. The 36-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and a concussion. The driver was inattentive and followed too closely.

According to the police report, a sedan turning right collided with an e-bike traveling west on West 125 Street near Lenox Avenue. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and suffered a concussion. The report lists driver errors as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely.' The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and tailgating in Manhattan traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4497727 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Pedestrian Injured by Oversized Truck on Lenox

A 45-year-old woman crossing against the signal was struck by a bulk agriculture truck on Lenox Avenue. The driver, distracted and operating an oversized vehicle, hit her with the right front bumper. She suffered facial abrasions and remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal at an intersection on Lenox Avenue. The collision involved a 2013 Mack bulk agriculture truck traveling south, which was starting from parking when it struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her face and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver errors including 'Oversized Vehicle' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. No safety equipment or victim fault is noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4496606 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision

A 23-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a parked SUV on West 114 Street. The impact struck the bike's front and the SUV's right rear bumper. The rider suffered a neck contusion and bruising.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when he collided with a parked 2013 SUV on West 114 Street in Manhattan. The bike struck the right rear bumper of the SUV, causing the rider to be ejected. The bicyclist sustained a neck contusion and bruising, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Outside Car Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. No driver was present in the parked SUV. The crash involved a Station Wagon/SUV and a bike traveling eastbound. The police report does not specify any errors by the bicyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4494015 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan U-Turn Hits Bicyclist in Manhattan

A sedan making a U-turn struck a 22-year-old bicyclist on West 116 Street. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was wearing a helmet. The crash involved driver inattention and limited view. The bicyclist was left in shock.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north made a U-turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling east on West 116 Street in Manhattan. The 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee and lower leg wounds, and experienced shock. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as a limited or obstructed view contributing to the crash. The bicyclist’s own confusion or error is also noted but no blame is assigned. The sedan sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No passengers were in the sedan.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4491446 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13