Crash Count for New York City
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 350,311
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 198,401
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 42,998
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 2,605
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 1,127
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 14, 2025
Carnage in NYC
Killed 6,678
+6,663
Crush Injuries 631
Lower leg/foot 176
+171
Whole body 131
+126
Head 111
+106
Back 54
+49
Neck 49
+44
Lower arm/hand 40
+35
Hip/upper leg 28
+23
Shoulder/upper arm 28
+23
Chest 21
+16
Face 21
+16
Abdomen/pelvis 11
+6
Amputation 49
Lower leg/foot 18
+13
Lower arm/hand 14
+9
Back 4
Chest 2
Head 2
Hip/upper leg 2
Neck 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Whole body 2
Severe Bleeding 742
Head 461
+456
Face 102
+97
Lower leg/foot 69
+64
Whole body 42
+37
Lower arm/hand 35
+30
Shoulder/upper arm 10
+5
Abdomen/pelvis 7
+2
Hip/upper leg 6
+1
Neck 5
Eye 3
Back 2
Chest 2
Severe Lacerations 663
Head 233
+228
Lower leg/foot 167
+162
Face 92
+87
Whole body 61
+56
Lower arm/hand 60
+55
Hip/upper leg 24
+19
Shoulder/upper arm 10
+5
Neck 7
+2
Eye 6
+1
Back 5
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Chest 3
Concussion 1,108
Head 661
+656
Whole body 81
+76
Neck 77
+72
Lower leg/foot 76
+71
Back 64
+59
Face 38
+33
Lower arm/hand 35
+30
Shoulder/upper arm 35
+30
Chest 25
+20
Hip/upper leg 17
+12
Abdomen/pelvis 7
+2
Eye 3
Whiplash 5,975
Neck 2,675
+2,670
Back 1,320
+1,315
Head 1,147
+1,142
Whole body 559
+554
Shoulder/upper arm 283
+278
Chest 196
+191
Lower leg/foot 156
+151
Lower arm/hand 67
+62
Face 55
+50
Hip/upper leg 49
+44
Abdomen/pelvis 44
+39
Eye 6
+1
Contusion/Bruise 9,111
Lower leg/foot 3,158
+3,153
Head 1,450
+1,445
Lower arm/hand 1,223
+1,218
Shoulder/upper arm 776
+771
Back 622
+617
Hip/upper leg 584
+579
Whole body 439
+434
Face 437
+432
Neck 379
+374
Chest 224
+219
Abdomen/pelvis 162
+157
Eye 38
+33
Abrasion 6,152
Lower leg/foot 2,119
+2,114
Lower arm/hand 1,359
+1,354
Head 907
+902
Face 475
+470
Shoulder/upper arm 349
+344
Whole body 348
+343
Hip/upper leg 213
+208
Back 166
+161
Neck 159
+154
Abdomen/pelvis 80
+75
Chest 59
+54
Eye 34
+29
Pain/Nausea 2,596
Lower leg/foot 447
+442
Back 420
+415
Head 395
+390
Neck 388
+383
Whole body 351
+346
Shoulder/upper arm 261
+256
Lower arm/hand 163
+158
Hip/upper leg 142
+137
Chest 141
+136
Abdomen/pelvis 60
+55
Face 47
+42
Eye 6
+1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 14, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in New York City?

Preventable Speeding in NYC School Zones

(since 2022)

Caught Speeding Recently in NYC

Vehicles – Caught Speeding in NYC (12 months)
  1. 2023 Black Audi Sedan (LCM8254) – 501 times
  2. 2013 White Ford Bu (TLN8692) – 310 times
  3. 2023 Chevrolet Station Wagon (LZP2057) – 299 times
  4. 2023 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW5598) – 256 times
  5. 2017 Black Lexus Sedan (LPY1138) – 233 times
Belt Parkway at dawn. One man. Two drivers.

Belt Parkway at dawn. One man. Two drivers.

New York City: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 18, 2025

Just before 6 AM on Sep 12, a man crossed the Belt Parkway near 146th Street. Two drivers hit him. He died there, in the dark. NYPD described the scene and the crossing point.

He was one of 1,127 people killed on New York City streets since Jan 1, 2022, by the city’s own crash database (NYC Open Data).

This Week

  • On Mosholu Parkway, a driver in a 2024 Toyota sedan going straight hit and killed a 30-year-old man; police recorded driver inattention/distraction (NYC Open Data).
  • At 30th Street and 39th Avenue, the driver of an SUV turned right and hit a 38-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk; police recorded failure to yield (NYC Open Data).
  • At York Avenue and E 72nd Street, a taxi driver going straight hit and killed a man; police recorded failure to yield (NYC Open Data).

The count does not stop

Year to date, 203 people have been killed in traffic across the city, compared with 215 in the same period last year, a 5.6% drop. The injuries keep coming by the tens of thousands (NYC Open Data).

Most people walking are hit by drivers of cars and SUVs. Police records show pedestrians killed or hurt again and again by those drivers across this period (NYC Open Data).

The worst drivers do outsized harm

A small group of drivers cause a large share of deaths. Vehicles that rack up camera tickets are far more likely to kill or maim. Researchers found that 1.5% of motorists are tied to 21% of pedestrian deaths, and that vehicles with 16 camera tickets in a year are twice as likely to kill or seriously injure; 30+ tickets multiplies the risk fifty‑fold (Streetsblog).

The city has tools. Albany renewed 24/7 school‑zone speed cameras through 2030, and New York City now has authority to lower its own limits. On our streets, lower speed means fewer funerals. The city can set a default 20 MPH on residential streets and use it (CrashCount: Take Action).

Use the power we have

The Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045C/A2299C) would force habitual speeders to install intelligent speed assistance that won’t let them blow past the limit. Our lawmakers can pass it. Our city can lower speeds now. As one official said about another strand of roadway danger, “police vehicle pursuits and high-speed car chases can be dangerous and even fatal, and it is time for a change” (Times Union).

One man, before sunrise on the Belt. Three more in the days around it. Slower streets and checks on the worst repeat speeders would spare the next family. Start here: push the city to act.

Frequently Asked Questions

How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC’s official Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets (Crashes, Persons, and Vehicles) from NYC Open Data, filtered to New York City and the period Jan 1, 2022 through Sep 18, 2025. We counted deaths and injuries by person type and summarized recent fatal pedestrian crashes. Data were extracted as of Sep 17, 2025. You can explore the base datasets here, with linked Persons and Vehicles.
Why focus on speed and repeat offenders?
City records and independent analysis show that a small set of drivers rack up many speed and red‑light camera tickets and are far more likely to kill or seriously injure. One analysis found 1.5% of motorists tied to 21% of pedestrian deaths, with risk spiking after 16+ camera tickets in a year (Streetsblog NYC).
What can city leaders do right now?
Use the authority to set safer speeds on residential streets and support state action to require intelligent speed assistance for habitual speeders. Our Take Action page lists steps and contacts: /take_action/.
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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Traffic Safety Timeline for New York City

4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car
4
Mamdani Backs Safety‑Boosting Bus Lanes and Vision Zero

Jul 4 - Zohran Mamdani pledges bold action for safer streets. He backs protected lanes, busways, and Vision Zero. His words promise change, but this is talk, not law.

"With congestion pricing finally operational and quickly proving an overwhelming success, we have an opportunity to transform large amounts of public space within and around the relief zone." -- Zohran Mamdani

On July 4, 2025, Streetsblog NYC published mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani’s answers to its survey. The event, titled 'Beach Reading: Zohran Mamdani’s Answers to Streetsblog’s Mayoral Candidate Survey,' features Mamdani’s support for pedestrianization, protected bike lanes, bus lanes, and Vision Zero. He calls for moving traffic enforcement from NYPD to DOT and ending parking mandates. Mamdani’s stance is clear: prioritize vulnerable road users. This is an informational statement, not a policy change. As noted by safety analysts, this event does not directly affect conditions for pedestrian or cyclist safety.


3
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on East New York Ave

Jul 3 - A sedan hit a man crossing East New York Ave in Brooklyn. The impact killed him. He suffered head and crush injuries. The car’s front end took the blow. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.

A 36-year-old man was killed when a sedan struck him as he crossed East New York Ave at Broadway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk, when the sedan, traveling west, hit him with its center front end. The victim suffered fatal head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825128 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
3
Improper Passing Injures Pedestrian on Broadway

Jul 3 - A moped and SUV collided on Broadway. A 23-year-old man walking outside the crosswalk suffered crush injuries to his hip and leg. Driver inexperience, bad lane use, and alcohol played a role.

A crash on Broadway in Manhattan involved a moped and an SUV. A 23-year-old pedestrian, not at an intersection, was struck and suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, driver inexperience, improper passing or lane usage, and alcohol involvement contributed to the crash. The moped driver, a 36-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured. The SUV driver held only a permit. Helmet use was noted for the moped driver, but only after the listed driver errors. No blame is placed on the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826989 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
3
Ejected Driver Suffers Head Wounds on Terrace Drive

Jul 3 - A 51-year-old driver was ejected and cut badly on 14 Terrace Dr. The crash left her conscious but bleeding from the head. Police cite confusion and inexperience as causes.

A 51-year-old woman driving a motorized vehicle was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations on 14 Terrace Dr in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The driver was conscious after the crash but had no safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists confusion and inexperience as key errors leading to the incident.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825144 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
3
Motorcyclist Killed on BQE After Ejection

Jul 3 - A 55-year-old motorcyclist died on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. He was ejected. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet. The crash left one dead, no others hurt.

A 55-year-old man driving a motorcycle west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was killed after being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was unlicensed and wore a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the motorcyclist dead at the scene.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825127 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
3
Adams Backs Misguided 15‑mph E‑bike Speed Limit

Jul 3 - A former DOT leader blasts the mayor’s 15 mph e-bike cap. He warns it will slow riders, expose them to cars, and erase safety gains. Cyclists face new risks. Streets grow more hostile.

On July 3, 2025, Michael Replogle, ex-DOT policy director, publicly opposed the proposed 15 mph e-bike speed limit. The policy, up for hearing July 14, faces broad criticism. Replogle wrote, 'It is an ill-considered idea to improve safety which will be counterproductive.' He argues the cap forces cyclists to ride slower than car traffic, putting them in harm’s way. Kevin Duggan reported the statement for Streetsblog NYC. The safety analyst notes: undoing cycling gains reduces support, shrinks mode share, and weakens safety in numbers. The result: streets less safe for vulnerable users. No council bill number or committee action is attached.


3
Adams Pauses 34th Street Busway Harms Pedestrian Safety

Jul 3 - Mayor Adams halts 34th Street busway. Streets stay clogged. Pedestrians and bus riders lose. Car dominance remains. Safety and equity stalled.

On July 3, 2025, the Adams administration paused the 34th Street busway project, as reported by Streetsblog NYC. The matter, described as a 'highly-anticipated 34th Street busway,' had support from Council Members Erik Bottcher, Keith Powers, and others. Bottcher called it 'transformative,' promising fewer crashes and faster buses. Powers slammed the last-minute reversal. Safety analysts warn: canceling the busway preserves car dominance, discourages transit, and keeps streets unsafe for pedestrians and cyclists. The project’s future is uncertain. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.


3
Adams Praises Safety‑Boosting Enforcement To Cut Traffic Deaths

Jul 3 - Traffic deaths in New York City fell 32% in early 2025. Eighty-seven lives lost, the lowest since 1910. Fewer pedestrians and cyclists killed. Streets still dangerous, but the toll shrinks.

"Strong enforcement against reckless driving is keeping pedestrians, cyclists and drivers safe, and our administration will continue using all tools available to drive down traffic violence and deliver results that keep New Yorkers safe on and off our streets." -- Eric Adams

On July 3, 2025, BKReader reported city data showing a 32% drop in traffic deaths for the first half of 2025. The Department of Transportation released the numbers. The report, titled 'NYC Traffic Deaths Reach Record Low,' credits Vision Zero: speed cameras, protected bike lanes, lower e-bike speeds, and targeted enforcement. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'Traffic deaths reached the lowest level in recorded history during the first six months of this year.' Mayor Eric Adams praised strong enforcement. A 32% reduction signals a major safety gain for all road users, especially pedestrians and cyclists.


3
Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt

Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.

ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.


2
SUV Driver Dies After Illness On Parkway

Jul 2 - SUV veered on Cross Island Parkway. Driver killed. Two occupants hurt. Police cite illness as cause. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.

A Lexus SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway crashed. The driver, a 51-year-old man, was killed. Two other occupants suffered unspecified injuries. According to the police report, 'Illnes' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper took the impact. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The report notes the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signals as factors. The crash left one dead and two injured, all inside the SUV.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824810 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
1
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Avenue C

Jul 1 - SUV turned left on Avenue C. Driver failed to yield. Child crossing with signal hit hard. Head injury. Blood on the street. Police cite failure to yield.

A station wagon/SUV struck a young male pedestrian at the intersection of Avenue C and East 14 Street. The child, crossing with the signal, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the SUV was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver and two occupants in the SUV were also listed, with one reporting injury. The crash underscores the danger when drivers do not yield to pedestrians, even when signals protect the crossing.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824555 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
1
Convertible Strikes Child Pedestrian at East 14th

Jul 1 - A convertible hit a young boy crossing with the signal. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The driver was in shock. The crash happened at East 14th in Manhattan.

A convertible struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection of East 14th Street in Manhattan. The boy was crossing with the signal when he was hit. According to the police report, the child suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. The driver, a 25-year-old woman, was making a left turn and was in shock after the crash. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver-specific errors were listed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825362 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
30
Motorbike Ejects Driver on West Drive

Jun 30 - A motorbike slammed into trouble on West Drive. The driver flew from the seat, struck his head, and bled. Unsafe speed and lane misuse fueled the crash.

A motorbike and a bike collided on West Drive in Manhattan. The motorbike driver, a 40-year-old man, was ejected, struck his head, and suffered severe bleeding. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The driver was found unconscious and without safety equipment. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824792 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
30
SUVs Collide on Pidgeon Meadow Road, Two Hurt

Jun 30 - Two SUVs crashed head-on in Queens. Both drivers suffered crush injuries. Police cite failure to yield and inexperience. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.

Two sport utility vehicles collided on Pidgeon Meadow Road at 167th Street in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 64 and 58, were injured with crush injuries to their entire bodies. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience.' Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left both drivers conscious but hurt. The police report highlights driver errors as the primary cause.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824574 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
30
SUV Strikes Moped on Avenue D, Rider Hurt

Jun 30 - SUV hit a moped on Avenue D. One moped rider suffered crush injuries to his leg. Police cite driver inexperience. Both vehicles showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after the crash.

A collision between a Jeep SUV and a JIAJU moped occurred on Avenue D at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV struck the moped, injuring the 30-year-old male moped driver, who suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The moped driver was wearing a helmet. No damage was reported to either vehicle. No other injuries were documented.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824252 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
29
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, Teen Ejected

Jun 29 - SUV struck a standing scooter on College Ave. Teen driver ejected, unconscious, bleeding from head. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for the young.

A 16-year-old male driving a standing scooter was struck by a 2007 Hyundai SUV on College Ave, Staten Island. The teen was ejected, left unconscious, and suffered severe head bleeding. According to the police report, the SUV driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. Both driver errors are listed as contributing factors. The teen had no safety equipment. The SUV driver, a 79-year-old woman, was not injured. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users when drivers fail to pay attention and yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825475 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
29
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Bus Crash Injures Six

Jun 29 - A sleeping SUV driver slammed into a bus on 147 Ave. Six people hurt. Faces bloodied, necks wrenched, bodies battered. The road stayed quiet. Metal and flesh took the blow.

An SUV struck a bus on 147 Ave in Queens. Six people were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by the driver falling asleep and losing consciousness. Injuries ranged from severe bleeding to whiplash and chest trauma. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The impact left bodies bruised and shaken, exposing the danger when drivers lose control.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824044 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
29
Moped Riders Ejected in Sutphin Boulevard Crash

Jun 29 - A moped and sedan collided on Sutphin Blvd. Two riders were ejected, suffering head injuries. Police cite traffic control ignored and alcohol. The street ran red. Metal met flesh. Blood on the pavement.

A moped and a sedan crashed on Sutphin Boulevard at Tuskegee Airmen Way in Queens. Two moped riders were ejected and injured, both suffering head wounds. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Alcohol Involvement' contributed to the crash. The moped passenger had severe bleeding. The moped driver and passenger were not using safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists driver errors but does not blame those hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823843 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
29
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Kent Avenue

Jun 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The rider, 24, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite unsafe speed. The night was quiet. The street was not.

A sedan collided with a cyclist on Kent Avenue at South 4th Street in Brooklyn. The 24-year-old cyclist suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved the sedan traveling north and the bike traveling south, both going straight. No other factors were cited in the report. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use was listed as a factor. The data does not mention injuries to the sedan driver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824586 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18