Crash Count for Great Kills-Eltingville
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,271
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 643
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 146
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 6
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 6
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 30, 2025
Carnage in Great Kills-Eltingville
Detailed breakdowns aren’t yet available for this year slice; totals below reflect the selected window.
Killed 6
Crush Injuries 1
Chest 1
Amputation 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Severe Bleeding 3
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Head 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Severe Lacerations 1
Head 1
Concussion 4
Chest 1
Head 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Whiplash 23
Neck 9
+4
Head 5
Back 4
Whole body 4
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Contusion/Bruise 38
Lower leg/foot 10
+5
Head 5
Back 4
Hip/upper leg 4
Lower arm/hand 4
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Chest 2
Face 2
Neck 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Eye 1
Whole body 1
Abrasion 25
Head 5
Lower leg/foot 5
Neck 4
Face 3
Lower arm/hand 3
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Chest 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Whole body 1
Pain/Nausea 5
Neck 3
Back 1
Whole body 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 30, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Great Kills-Eltingville?

Preventable Speeding in Great Kills-Eltingville School Zones

(since 2022)

Two left turns. Two bodies in the crosswalk.

Great Kills-Eltingville: Jan 1, 2022 - Nov 3, 2025

Just after 4 PM on Aug 24, at Wainwright Avenue and Sylvia Street, the driver of an SUV turned left and hit a 77‑year‑old woman in the crosswalk. Police recorded driver distraction at the scene (NYC Open Data).

This Week

  • At Arthur Kill Road and Drumgoole Road West on Jul 28, a driver in an SUV turned left and hit a 79‑year‑old man who was crossing with the signal, according to police records (NYC Open Data).
  • On Sep 23, at Miles Avenue and Daleham Street, a sedan and a pickup truck collided; a 30‑year‑old driver was injured (NYC Open Data).
  • On Oct 11, at Drumgoole Road West and Arthur Kill Road, a BMW driver was hurt after a bus rear‑end crash (NYC Open Data).

Where the street takes its pound of flesh

Since 2022, Great Kills–Eltingville has logged 6 deaths and 643 injuries in 1,271 crashes (NYC Open Data). Pedestrians account for 116 of those injuries; one person on a bike was killed. Five people inside vehicles died (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data).

RICHMOND AVENUE leads the toll: 75 injuries, 2 serious injuries, and 1 death. ARTHUR KILL ROAD is close: 53 injuries, 2 serious injuries, and 1 death. HYLAN BOULEVARD shows 48 injuries and 2 deaths (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data).

The hurt peaks in the late afternoon. The 5 PM hour has the highest injury count in this area, followed by 3 PM and the evening rush (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data).

Left turns, bad sightlines, and weak corners

Police records on recent crashes name left turns and inattention. Both recent pedestrian hits here involved drivers turning left into people in the crosswalk (Aug 24 record; Jul 28 record).

At the same time, confusion on nearby Hylan Boulevard bus lanes has spawned crashes tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane. “That’s one accident every four days,” said Borough President Vito Fossella about those turns (amNY).

Fix the corners. Daylight the crosswalks. Add leading pedestrian intervals. Harden left turns. Slow the approaches on Richmond Avenue, Arthur Kill Road, and Hylan Boulevard.

Who holds the line — and who doesn’t

Council Member Frank Morano sponsored a bill to force faster repairs of broken street furniture — the racks, shelters, and bollards that keep people on foot out of harm’s way (NYC Council – Int 1386‑2025). It’s a start.

State Senator Andrew Lanza voted no on renewing the city’s speed‑camera program for school zones (Streetsblog NYC). He also opposed the bill to put speed limiters on repeat speeders after it advanced, voting no on a later action of S 4045 (Open States). Assembly Member Mike Tannousis missed a key committee vote on the camera bill (CrashCount timeline; Streetsblog NYC).

The state has a bill ready: require intelligent speed assistance for drivers who pile up violations (S 4045). The city has the power to lower speed limits and expand safety cameras; officials say these tools save lives. “Our streets are safer than ever and the important work must continue,” said NYC DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez this year (see Briefing Notes sources).

Do the simple things now

  • Target the hot corners on Richmond Avenue, Arthur Kill Road, and Hylan Boulevard with daylighting, hardened turns, and LPIs.
  • Run focused enforcement at the evening peak.
  • Back the speed‑limiter bill and a slower default speed.

The two left turns at Wainwright/Sylvia and Arthur Kill/Drumgoole were not rare. They were routine. That is the problem. Act now: take one step today.

Frequently Asked Questions

What changed at Wainwright Avenue and Sylvia Street?
On Aug 24, 2025, just after 4 PM, a driver in an SUV made a left turn at Wainwright Avenue and Sylvia Street and hit a 77‑year‑old woman who was in the crosswalk. Police recorded driver distraction in the crash record (NYC Open Data).
Where are the worst hot spots in Great Kills–Eltingville?
Crash records show the highest tolls on Richmond Avenue (75 injuries, 2 serious injuries, 1 death), Arthur Kill Road (53 injuries, 2 serious injuries, 1 death), and Hylan Boulevard (48 injuries, 2 deaths). These figures come from NYC Open Data summarized for this area.
How many people have been hurt here since 2022?
From Jan 1, 2022 to Nov 3, 2025, there were 1,271 crashes in Great Kills–Eltingville, with 6 people killed and 643 injured, including 116 pedestrians (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data).
What policy steps can cut these crashes now?
Local steps: daylight crosswalks, add LPIs, and harden left turns at Richmond Avenue, Arthur Kill Road, and Hylan Boulevard. City and state: pass the repeat‑speeder speed‑limiter bill S 4045 and lower default speed limits. See our action page for how to push leaders.
How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC Open Data’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets (Crashes h9gi‑nx95, Persons f55k‑p6yu, Vehicles bm4k‑52h4). We filtered for crashes occurring between 2022‑01‑01 and 2025‑11‑03 within the Great Kills–Eltingville NTA (SI0302). We tallied deaths, injuries, modes, hours, and locations using the on‑street/off‑street fields. Data were accessed Nov 3, 2025. You can start from the crashes dataset here and apply the same filters.
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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Assembly Member Mike Tannousis

District 64

Council Member Frank Morano

District 51

Twitter: @frankmorano

State Senator Andrew Lanza

District 24

Other Geographies

Great Kills-Eltingville Great Kills-Eltingville sits in Staten Island, Precinct 122, District 51, AD 64, SD 24, Staten Island CB3.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Great Kills-Eltingville

16
S 7785 Tannousis misses committee vote, absence allows unsafe bus regulation exemption to advance.

Jun 16 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.


16
S 7678 Tannousis misses vote on bill that would improve school zone safety.

Jun 16 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.

Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.


13
S 8344 Lanza votes no, opposing safer school speed zones for children.

Jun 13 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.

Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.


13
S 5677 Reilly votes no, opposing a bill that improves school zone safety.

Jun 13 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.

Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.


13
S 6815 Reilly votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.

Jun 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.

Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.


13
S 5677 Tannousis votes no, opposing a bill that improves school zone safety.

Jun 13 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.

Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.


13
S 6815 Tannousis votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.

Jun 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.

Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.


12
SUV Slams Sedan on Drumgoole Road East

Jun 12 - Two drivers collided at Drumgoole Road East and Wainwright Avenue. One man, 57, suffered a head injury and lost consciousness. A woman, 25, hurt her neck. Police cited traffic control disregarded. Metal twisted. Pain followed.

A crash on Drumgoole Road East at Wainwright Avenue involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, two drivers were injured: a 57-year-old man suffered a head injury and lost consciousness, while a 25-year-old woman sustained a neck injury. The report states, “Traffic Control Disregarded” as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before the collision. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side, damaging both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not list any helmet or signal violations. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820085 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
12
S 5677 Lanza votes no, opposing a bill that improves school zone safety.

Jun 12 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.

Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.


12
S 5677 Lanza votes no, opposing a bill that improves school zone safety.

Jun 12 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.

Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.


12
S 4045 Lanza votes no, opposing a bill that improves street safety.

Jun 12 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.

Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.


12
S 8344 Lanza votes no, opposing safer school speed zones for children.

Jun 12 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.

Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.


12
S 6815 Lanza votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.

Jun 12 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.

Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.


11
S 4045 Lanza votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.

Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.

Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.


11
S 7678 Lanza votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Jun 11 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.

Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.


11
S 7785 Lanza votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.

Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.


11
S 7785 Lanza votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.

Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.


11
Int 1304-2025 Morano co-sponsors bill requiring micromobility share operators to display safety rules.

Jun 11 - Council bill demands bike and scooter share firms post road rules at stations and in apps. Riders must review rules yearly. No charge for time spent reading. City aims for clarity, not confusion.

Int 1304-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on June 11, 2025. The bill, titled "requiring micromobility share system operators to display rules of the road for safe operation," compels operators to show safety rules on apps and at stations. Users must review these rules at least once a year before unlocking a device. The bill bars operators from charging for this time. Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers leads as primary sponsor, joined by Hanif, Brewer, Restler, Louis, Narcisse, Lee, Marte, Hanks, Ariola, and Morano. The law aims to make safety rules visible and unavoidable for every rider.


11
Int 1304-2025 Morano co-sponsors bill requiring micromobility share operators to display safety rules.

Jun 11 - Council bill orders bike and scooter share firms to show road rules on apps and stations. Riders must review rules yearly. No extra fees. Aim: clear, visible rules for all. Committee review underway.

Bill Int 1304-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on June 11, 2025. The bill, titled “A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring micromobility share system operators to display rules of the road for safe operation,” demands that operators of shared bikes and scooters display city and state traffic rules on apps and at stations. Riders must review these rules at least once a year before unlocking a device. Sponsors include Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary), Hanif, Brewer, Restler, Louis, Narcisse, Lee, Marte, Hanks, Banks, Ariola, and Morano. The bill bars operators from charging users for time spent reviewing safety rules. The measure aims to make the rules clear and visible to all users.


11
Int 1304-2025 Morano co-sponsors bill requiring micromobility share systems to display safety rules.

Jun 11 - Council bill orders bike and scooter share firms to show road rules at docks and in apps. Riders must review rules yearly. No extra fees. Aim: clear, visible reminders. Committee review underway.

Bill Int 1304-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on June 11, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring micromobility share system operators to display rules of the road for safe operation," demands operators post rules at stations and in apps. Riders must review these rules at least once a year before unlocking a device. The law bars operators from charging for the review time. Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers leads as primary sponsor, joined by Hanif, Brewer, Restler, Louis, Narcisse, Lee, Marte, Hanks, Banks, Gutiérrez, Ariola, and Morano. The measure aims for clear, accessible safety information but does not address street design or enforcement.