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.

Citations

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Other Representatives

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

31
A 4147 Reilly sponsors bill to change speed camera warning sign requirements, no safety impact.

Jan 31 - Assembly bill A 4147 orders bold yellow signs near speed cameras. Signs must stand within fifty feet. Drivers get clear warning. Sponsors push for visibility. No mention of direct safety gains for walkers or riders.

Assembly bill A 4147 was introduced on January 31, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Relates to requirements for signs providing notice of the use of a photo speed violation monitoring system,' demands that warning signs be primarily yellow and placed within fifty feet of speed cameras. Assembly Members Mike Reilly (primary sponsor), Michael Novakhov, and Joe DeStefano back the measure. The bill aims for clearer notice to drivers. There is no analyst note on its impact for vulnerable road users.


31
A 4214 Reilly sponsors bill weakening speed camera enforcement, reducing pedestrian and cyclist safety.

Jan 31 - Assembly bill A 4214 lets drivers escape speed camera tickets if paperwork is sloppy. Missing, wrong, or unreadable info means no fine. Vulnerable road users lose a layer of protection.

Assembly bill A 4214, sponsored by Mike Reilly (District 62) with Michael Novakhov and Joe DeStefano, sits at the sponsorship stage. Introduced January 31, 2025, it reads: 'Permits a violation captured by a speed camera to be dismissed...if any information...is omitted...misdescribed or illegible.' The bill weakens speed camera enforcement by letting drivers dodge tickets on technicalities. No safety analyst has weighed in, but the measure chips away at a tool that slows cars and shields people on foot and bike.


30
Distracted SUV Driver Injures Self on Staten Island

Jan 30 - A 20-year-old male driver suffered arm injuries in a late-night crash on Amboy Road. The SUV struck an object with its right front bumper. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as contributing factors. The driver was conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:43 PM on Amboy Road in Staten Island. The sole occupant, a 20-year-old male driver of a 2024 Subaru SUV, was injured with contusions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front bumper from the point of impact. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed in New York and was traveling north, going straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789421 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
12
Toyota Left Turn Collides With Ford SUV

Jan 12 - Steel screamed on Hylan Blvd as a Toyota turned left and a Ford SUV came straight. Glass flew. A 75-year-old man, head bleeding, sat trapped behind the wheel. He was conscious but unable to move after the violent crash.

According to the police report, a Toyota sedan making a left turn on Hylan Blvd near Fieldway Ave collided with a Ford SUV traveling straight south. The report states, 'A Toyota turned left. A Ford came straight. Steel screamed. Glass flew.' The 75-year-old driver of the Toyota was trapped behind the wheel with severe head bleeding, conscious but immobile. The Ford SUV's driver was also injured, suffering chest contusions while restrained by a lap belt and harness. The contributing factor listed is 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' indicating a critical driver error by the turning vehicle. Both vehicles were demolished at the point of impact, with the Toyota struck on the right side doors and the Ford at the center front end. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4785735 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
8
Lanza Opposes MTA Leadership and Congestion Pricing Fees

Jan 8 - Republican lawmakers blasted MTA chief Janno Lieber. They called for his resignation. They slammed the new $9 congestion toll. They dismissed claims of safer subways. They warned of more taxes. Riders and walkers remain caught in the crossfire.

""We are asking for something that we believe is very necessary for the well-being of the people of the state of New York, especially for those who live in the MTA region. We believe that under these circumstances it is very warranted."" -- Andrew Lanza

On January 8, 2025, Republican state legislators, including Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick (District 9), held a press conference demanding the resignation of Metropolitan Transportation Authority Chair Janno Lieber. The lawmakers, joined by Senators Steven Rhoads and Bill Weber, criticized Lieber for 'losing the trust of commuters' and downplaying subway crime. They condemned the new $9 congestion pricing toll for Midtown, with Weber calling it 'tone deaf' and demanding repeal. The event summary reads: 'GOP pols push MTA boss to resign after brushing off transit crime as New York braces for even more taxes, fees.' The lawmakers oppose further taxes and fees to close the MTA’s $33 billion gap. No safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users. The debate leaves the city’s most exposed—pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders—uncertain and unprotected.