Crash Count for New York City
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 350,557
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 198,586
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 43,052
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 2,610
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 1,129
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025
Carnage in NYC
Killed 6,692
+6,677
Crush Injuries 633
Lower leg/foot 176
+171
Whole body 131
+126
Head 112
+107
Back 55
+50
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 744
Head 463
+458
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 5,980
Neck 2,676
+2,671
Back 1,321
+1,316
Head 1,149
+1,144
Whole body 560
+555
Shoulder/upper arm 283
+278
Chest 196
+191
Lower leg/foot 156
+151
Lower arm/hand 68
+63
Face 55
+50
Hip/upper leg 49
+44
Abdomen/pelvis 44
+39
Eye 6
+1
Contusion/Bruise 9,123
Lower leg/foot 3,159
+3,154
Head 1,453
+1,448
Lower arm/hand 1,224
+1,219
Shoulder/upper arm 777
+772
Back 622
+617
Hip/upper leg 586
+581
Whole body 440
+435
Face 438
+433
Neck 381
+376
Chest 224
+219
Abdomen/pelvis 162
+157
Eye 38
+33
Abrasion 6,161
Lower leg/foot 2,124
+2,119
Lower arm/hand 1,361
+1,356
Head 908
+903
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 60
+55
Eye 34
+29
Pain/Nausea 2,601
Lower leg/foot 448
+443
Back 422
+417
Head 395
+390
Neck 389
+384
Whole body 351
+346
Shoulder/upper arm 261
+256
Lower arm/hand 163
+158
Hip/upper leg 142
+137
Chest 141
+136
Abdomen/pelvis 61
+56
Face 47
+42
Eye 6
+1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 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, before dawn

Belt Parkway, before dawn

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

Just before 6 AM on the Belt Parkway near 146th Street, two drivers hit a man crossing, police said. He died there. Source.

He was one of 1,127 people killed on New York City streets since Jan 1, 2022, according to city crash data. The same records log 350,311 crashes and 198,401 injuries in that span, with 2,605 marked as serious. Source.

This Week

  • Overnight on Mosholu Parkway, a driver in a sedan going straight hit and killed a 30-year-old man; police recorded driver inattention. Source.
  • At 30th Street and 39th Avenue, a driver in an SUV turned right and hit a 38-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk; police recorded failure to yield. She died. Source.
  • On York Avenue at E 72nd Street, a taxi driver going straight hit and killed a man. Source.

The toll keeps coming

This year, NYC has logged 203 deaths, down from 215 at this point last year. Serious injuries rose to 558 from 530. Crashes fell to 58,523 from 65,495. These are lives, not trends. Source.

Among people walking, the city’s dataset records 206 deaths linked to SUV drivers and 98 to sedan drivers since 2022. Source.

Speed is the difference between life and death

“Speed cameras have cut speeding by over 60% in locations where installed,” the State Senate wrote when renewing the program. Source.

NYC now has the legal tools to slow cars and stop the worst repeat offenders. The city can lower the default limit on local streets, and Albany has a bill to force habitual speeders to use intelligent speed assistance. Details are here.

What we can do now

  • Lower the speed limit citywide. Use Sammy’s Law authority. Details.
  • Pass the Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045C/A2299C). Require speed limiters for anyone racking up camera tickets or DMV points. Details.

The man on the Belt Parkway never made it across. We do not need more names. We need fewer of these mornings. Take one step today. Act now.

Frequently Asked Questions

How were these numbers calculated?
We pulled NYC’s official crash datasets (Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes, Persons, and Vehicles) from NYC Open Data and filtered for crashes citywide between 2022-01-01 and 2025-09-18. We used the Crashes table to total crashes and overall deaths/injuries, and the Persons table to isolate pedestrian outcomes and causes. Data were accessed Sept 17, 2025. You can view the datasets here, here, and here.
What changed this year?
Through the current year-to-date, NYC recorded 203 traffic deaths (down from 215 at this point last year), 58,523 crashes (down from 65,495), and 558 serious injuries (up from 530), per city data.
Who is being hurt in these crashes?
City records since 2022 show pedestrians die most often when drivers are in SUVs (206 deaths) and sedans (98 deaths).
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.
What can I do right now?
Ask city leaders to lower the default speed limit and tell Albany to require speed limiters for repeat speeders. Start here.
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1
Moped Slams Broadway, Teen Driver Bleeds

May 1 - A moped struck hard on Broadway. The teen driver hit his head, bled badly, and lost consciousness. Police blame unsafe speed and distraction. The street saw pain and sirens.

A moped crashed at 5645 Broadway in the Bronx. An 18-year-old male driver suffered a head injury, severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No safety equipment was used by the driver. Another male occupant, age 28, was involved but his injuries were unspecified. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810053 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision

May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.

Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.


30
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave

Apr 30 - A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.

A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809500 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
30
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Kissena Blvd at 45 Ave

Apr 30 - A woman crossing with the signal on Kissena Blvd suffered crush injuries to her leg. Impact left her conscious but hurt. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. System failed to protect her.

A 38-year-old woman was hit while crossing Kissena Blvd at 45 Ave in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, moving with the signal, when a vehicle struck her. According to the police report, she suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details or driver actions are listed. The incident highlights a system where a pedestrian, following the rules, was left injured in the street.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809356 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
30
Police Shoot Driver After Parkway Chase

Apr 30 - A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a roadblock. The car veered toward officers. One fired. The driver, struck, crashed again and died at the hospital. The chase ended in Starrett City. No officers or passengers were reported hurt.

Gothamist reported on April 30, 2025, that NYPD officers shot and killed a man driving a stolen Porsche after a chase on the Belt Parkway. Police said the driver, spotted near Brighton Beach, "maneuvered onto the service road in [the] direction of several officers who set up a roadblock to stop this vehicle." When the driver "veered toward one of the officers and nearly hit him," an officer fired, striking the driver. The car continued another mile before crashing again. The driver died at Brookdale Hospital. The incident was captured on police body cameras. Officers were treated at local hospitals but not injured. The article notes this was the fourth fatal police shooting by NYPD in 2025. The event highlights risks of high-speed chases and the dangers posed by fleeing vehicles near roadblocks.


29
SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Brooklyn Crash

Apr 29 - A speeding SUV and pickup collided on Pennsylvania Avenue. One driver died. Passengers hurt. Police cite distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.

A deadly crash on Pennsylvania Avenue at Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn involved a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was killed. Several passengers in both vehicles suffered unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the SUV's front end and the pickup's right side mangled. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816372 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
29
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Pedestrian on Granite Ave

Apr 29 - A distracted driver struck a man off Granite Ave. The sedan’s bumper hit his leg. The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations. Streets remain dangerous for those on foot.

A sedan traveling west on Granite Ave struck a 37-year-old man who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The impact came from the sedan’s left front bumper. The driver, operating with a permit, and a female passenger were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians from driver distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809760 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
29
BMW SUV Turns Left, Crushes Elderly Driver

Apr 29 - BMW SUV turned left on Woodhaven. Slammed into a northbound Honda. Metal twisted. A 76-year-old man crushed. Another man, same age, hurt. An infant shaken. All survived. Streets stayed dangerous.

A BMW SUV turned left into the path of a northbound Honda on Woodhaven Blvd near Eliot Ave. According to the police report, 'A BMW SUV turned left into the path of a northbound Honda. Metal screamed. A 76-year-old man crushed behind the wheel. Another man, same age, injured. An infant among the shaken.' The crash left a 76-year-old man with crush injuries and another man, also 76, injured. An infant was also involved but survived. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809181 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
29
Overturned Car Snarls West Side Highway

Apr 29 - A car flipped on the West Side Highway. Southbound traffic froze. Metal blocked the morning rush. The city’s arteries clogged. No word on injuries. The crash left commuters stranded, the danger plain.

CBS New York reported on April 29, 2025, that an overturned car on the West Side Highway caused major delays for southbound commuters. The article states, "An overturned car on the West Side Highway is causing delays in the southbound direction for the early morning commute." No details on injuries or the cause were given. The crash highlights the persistent risk posed by vehicles losing control on high-speed city arteries. Overturned cars signal possible driver error or hazardous road conditions. The incident underscores the vulnerability of all road users and the need for systemic safety improvements on major corridors.


28
Pickup Truck Slams Parked Cars on 67th Street

Apr 28 - A pickup tore through parked cars on 67th Street. Alcohol played a role. One driver suffered back and crush injuries. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives shaken.

A pickup truck crashed into several parked vehicles on 67th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. One 23-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back and crush injuries. Seven other occupants, including a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report states, “Alcohol Involvement” as the primary cause. Multiple parked cars, including SUVs and a motorcycle, were struck. The force of the crash left metal bent and people hurt. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810764 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
28
SUV Turns, Crushes Pedestrian in Crosswalk

Apr 28 - SUV turned right on Parsons. Struck a man in the crosswalk. His head hit. His body crushed. Driver failed to yield. Streets did not protect him.

A westbound SUV turned right from Parsons Blvd onto Beech Ave and struck a 48-year-old man crossing in the marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian was conscious but suffered head and crush injuries. The driver, age 64, failed to yield the right-of-way and turned improperly. The report states: “He failed to yield.” The pedestrian was following the crosswalk. The crash highlights driver errors—failure to yield and improper turning—documented in the official record.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808895 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
28
Man Struck Unconscious on E 149th Street

Apr 28 - A 37-year-old man lay bleeding on E 149th Street. A westbound vehicle hit him. His head was torn open. He was not at an intersection. No one else was hurt. The street stayed silent.

A 37-year-old pedestrian was struck and left unconscious on E 149th Street near Brook Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the man suffered severe head lacerations after a westbound vehicle continued straight and hit him. He was not at an intersection. No other injuries were reported. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was found in the roadway, bleeding and unresponsive.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809488 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
28
Man Beaten In Bronx Road Rage

Apr 28 - A man was attacked in Mott Haven. The beating followed a road rage incident. Police search for suspects. The street became a scene of sudden violence. Another day, another danger for New York’s vulnerable.

CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a man was beaten during an apparent road rage incident in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx. The NYPD is searching for suspects after 'a man was beaten in what police are calling an apparent road rage attack.' The article highlights the eruption of violence linked to driver aggression, turning a city street into a crime scene. No details on the victim’s actions or condition were provided. The incident underscores the risks faced by people on New York streets and points to the ongoing threat posed by unchecked driver behavior. No charges or arrests have been made at this time.


28
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing 1st Avenue

Apr 28 - A taxi turned left on 1st Avenue. A woman crossed with the signal. Metal hit flesh. She fell, torn and bleeding. The driver stayed put. Blood marked the street.

A taxi struck a 31-year-old woman as she crossed 1st Avenue at East 22nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the woman was crossing with the signal when the taxi, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered severe lacerations and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The driver remained at the scene. The crash left the pedestrian injured across her entire body.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808952 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash

Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.

CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.


26
E-Bike Rider Suffers Deep Facial Cuts on Northern Boulevard

Apr 26 - E-bike slams front-first on Northern Boulevard. Young man’s face bleeds under his helmet. He stays conscious. The street falls silent but for him.

A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Northern Boulevard near 137th Street crashed, suffering severe facial lacerations. According to the police report, the rider was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The impact struck the center front of the e-bike, causing deep cuts to the rider’s face. No other vehicles or people were involved, and the street was quiet except for the injured rider.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808619 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
26
Sedan Turns Left, Slams Moped on Webster

Apr 26 - Sedan cuts left on Webster. Moped takes the hit head-on. Two riders fly. Blood on the street. Woman, 24, torn and screaming. Nineteen-year-old driver bruised. No helmet for her. No mercy in the Bronx dawn.

A sedan turned left near 1538 Webster Avenue and struck a moped head-on. Two moped riders were ejected. According to the police report, a 24-year-old woman suffered severe leg lacerations and had no helmet. The 19-year-old moped driver was bruised and conscious. The moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The crash left blood and pain on the Bronx street.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808597 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
26
Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured

Apr 26 - A man clung to his car as a thief sped off. The driver sideswiped a parked car. The victim fell, suffering head trauma and a shattered leg. He faces amputation. The car was found abandoned. The street bears old scars.

NY Daily News reported on April 26, 2025, that a 32-year-old man in Pelham Bay, Bronx, was critically injured after trying to stop a carjacker. Surveillance video shows the victim sprinting to his double-parked Infiniti as a suspect entered and sped away. The suspect sideswiped a parked car, knocking the victim to the street. He suffered head trauma and a fractured leg, and may require amputation. The article quotes a local, 'This has absolutely happened before,' highlighting repeated car thefts in the area. The car was later found abandoned. The incident underscores persistent dangers for bystanders and the ongoing threat of vehicle theft in city neighborhoods.


25
Ford SUV Slams Head-On, Driver Dies Buckled

Apr 25 - A Ford SUV crashes head-on on Charles J Crimi Road. The driver, 42, dies strapped in. Another man, same age, survives. Metal twists. Sirens wail. The road keeps its secrets.

A Ford SUV struck head-on on Charles J Crimi Road near Pelham Parkway. The driver, a 42-year-old man, died at the scene, still buckled in his seat. Another 42-year-old man survived. According to the police report, the vehicle hit center front end. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The driver wore a lap belt and harness, as noted after the crash. The crash left one dead and one injured. The night was marked by sirens and loss.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808167 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
25
SUV U-Turn Crushes Cyclist’s Leg on Skillman

Apr 25 - SUV swung a U-turn on Skillman. Front bumper hit a cyclist. His leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. Blood on the street. System failed him.

A 45-year-old man riding a bike was struck by an SUV making a U-turn on Skillman Avenue near 43rd Street in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV’s front bumper hit the cyclist, crushing his leg. The cyclist was injured but remained conscious. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary cause was the driver’s improper turn.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809294 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19