Crash Count for Precinct 121
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,126
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,228
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 660
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 21
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 12
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 24, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 121?

Ten Dead, Nineteen Broken—Who Will Stop Staten Island’s Streets from Killing?

Ten Dead, Nineteen Broken—Who Will Stop Staten Island’s Streets from Killing?

Precinct 121: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025

The Deaths Keep Coming

In Precinct 121, the road does not forgive. Ten people have died here since 2022. Nineteen more have been seriously injured. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care about age or time of day. They only climb.

Just weeks ago, a 16-year-old on an e-scooter was killed on College Avenue. The police said he “suffered head trauma as a result of the crash” (The Brooklyn Paper). No arrests. The investigation drags on. The street stays the same.

In May, a 58-year-old man was crossing Targee Street. An e-scooter hit him. “Upon impact, the driver was violently ejected off the scooter while Gomez-Guallazaca sustained severe trauma,” police reported. He died at the hospital. The driver survived. No charges. No answers.

Who Bears the Risk

Most victims are not behind the wheel. Pedestrians and cyclists pay the price. Cars and trucks do the killing: four deaths by truck or bus, two by car, one by van. Motorcycles and mopeds leave bodies and broken bones. The street is a gauntlet for anyone not wrapped in steel.

Leadership: Words and Silence

The city has tools. Speed cameras run 24/7. The law now allows lower speed limits. But the pace is slow. Streets wait for redesign. Enforcement comes in bursts, then fades. The police can act. They can ticket speeders, crack down on failure to yield, target known danger zones. They know where the bodies fall. They just need to care.

The Next Step Is Ours

Every death here could have been stopped. The blood on the street is not fate. It is policy. It is delay. It is silence.

Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand speed enforcement. Demand safer streets. Do not wait for another name on the list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 121 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Staten Island, city council district District 51, assembly district AD 61 and state senate district SD 23.
Which areas are in Precinct 121?
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 121?
Cars and Trucks: 2 pedestrian deaths, 271 pedestrian injuries (cars/SUVs); 4 pedestrian deaths, 36 pedestrian injuries (trucks/buses). Motorcycles and Mopeds: No pedestrian deaths, 1 pedestrian injury. Bikes: No pedestrian deaths, 4 pedestrian injuries. NYC Open Data
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 121 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and respond to dangerous conditions. They can issue tickets for speeding and failure to yield, and focus on known crash hotspots. The police have the tools. They just need to use them.
Are crashes just 'accidents' or are they preventable?
Crashes are not fate. Every death and injury here could have been prevented with better policy, street design, and enforcement. The blood on the street is not an accident. It is the result of choices.
What can local politicians do?
Local politicians can push for lower speed limits, demand more enforcement, and fund safer street designs. They can hold agencies accountable for slow action and make sure the most dangerous drivers face real consequences.
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

Citations

Other Representatives

Charles Fall
Assembly Member Charles Fall
District 61
District Office:
250 Broadway 22nd Floor Suite 2203, New York, NY 10007
Legislative Office:
Room 729, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248

Joseph C. Borelli

District 51

Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
State Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
District 23
District Office:
2875 W. 8th St. Unit #3, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Legislative Office:
Room 617, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 121 Police Precinct 121 sits in Staten Island, District 51, AD 61, SD 23.

It contains Staten Island CB1, Staten Island CB2, Westerleigh-Castleton Corners, Port Richmond, Mariner'S Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville, Todt Hill-Emerson Hill-Lighthouse Hill-Manor Heights, New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis, Freshkills Park (North).

See also
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 121

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SUV and Sedan Crash on Leonard Avenue Injures Child

Two cars slammed together on Leonard Avenue. An eight-year-old boy and a woman suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.

Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Leonard Avenue and Clinton B Fisk Avenue on Staten Island. An eight-year-old boy and a 56-year-old woman were injured, both suffering whiplash. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive and distracted. Unsafe speed was also listed as a contributing factor. The crash left the front ends of both vehicles damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver inattention and speed as key factors in this collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831156 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Driver Inattention Injures Elderly Man and Child

Two sedans collided on Bradley Ave. A 73-year-old man and a young girl suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain unforgiving for the vulnerable.

A crash involving two sedans on Bradley Avenue in Staten Island left a 73-year-old male driver with chest pain and a young female passenger with a leg contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The impact struck the left rear of a parked Toyota and the right front of a moving Nissan. No pedestrians were involved. The report notes both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses. The data does not specify further details about the crash sequence or other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829913 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
2
SUV and Sedan Crash on Stephen Loop Injures Two

Two drivers hurt as SUV and sedan collide head-on on Stephen Loop. Police cite driver distraction. Passengers shaken, bruised. Metal and flesh meet in Staten Island dusk.

Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stephen Loop near Steinway Ave in Staten Island. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Two drivers, a 27-year-old woman and a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries to the shoulder and neck. Both were conscious and wore seat belts. Two passengers, ages 70 and 27, were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash left bruises and shook all inside. The police report lists distraction as the key error behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829363 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Nome Avenue

Two cars crashed on Nome Avenue. Both drivers and a passenger were hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Impact left injuries to neck, back, and pelvis. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable inside.

A sedan and an SUV collided on Nome Avenue at Richmond Avenue in Staten Island. Both drivers, ages 20 and 49, and a 19-year-old passenger suffered injuries to the neck, back, and pelvis. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left three people injured, with whiplash and abrasions reported. The report lists no other contributing factors. Systemic danger remains when distraction goes unchecked behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829096 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
2
Distracted Driving Crash Injures Two on Richmond Ave

Two sedans collided on Richmond Ave. Driver inattention slammed metal into metal. Two people suffered neck injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. The system failed to protect them.

Two sedans crashed at Richmond Ave and Lamberts Ln on Staten Island. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction caused the collision. Two people, a 30-year-old male driver and a 36-year-old female passenger, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829095 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Box Trucks Collide on Jewett Avenue, Driver Injured

Two box trucks crashed head-on on Jewett Avenue. One driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The street holds the scars.

Two box trucks collided on Jewett Avenue at Post Avenue in Staten Island. One driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged both trucks' front ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829599 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Head Injury in Victory Blvd Car Crash

Two cars collided on Victory Blvd and Bryson Ave. A 76-year-old woman suffered a head injury. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.

Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at Victory Blvd and Bryson Ave on Staten Island. According to the police report, a 76-year-old woman driving one car suffered a head injury and was in shock. Three others, aged 20, 57, and 76, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported in the data. Both drivers were licensed and wore lap belts. The crash left one person hurt and highlighted the ongoing risk on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829595 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Forest Ave

SUV cut left on Forest Ave. Cyclist hit. Young man hurt. Police cite driver inattention and blocked view. Bike’s rear struck. Streets stay dangerous.

A 24-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV making a left turn on Forest Ave struck his bike’s rear. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and an obstructed view. The cyclist suffered leg injuries and whiplash. The SUV’s front hit the bike’s back. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist wore a helmet, but driver errors came first. No injuries reported for the SUV occupants.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828697 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Teen E-Scooter Rider Killed In Crash

A 16-year-old on an e-scooter died after a collision with a Hyundai in Staten Island. Head trauma proved fatal. Police are investigating. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. Another scooter death followed days later.

The Brooklyn Paper (2025-07-13) reports a fatal crash on June 29 in Staten Island. Sixteen-year-old Nacere Ellis, riding an electric scooter, collided with a westbound Hyundai Tucson. The article states, 'Ellis suffered head trauma as a result of the crash.' The 79-year-old driver remained at the scene. NYPD’s Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. No charges have been filed. The report notes a similar fatal scooter crash days earlier in Queens. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for micromobility users and the need for systemic safety measures.


Garbage Truck Skids, Driver Injured on Wild Ave

Garbage truck slid on slick pavement at 300 Wild Ave. Driver hurt in abdomen and pelvis. Pain and shock followed. Center front end took the hit. Streets stayed dangerous.

A garbage truck traveling north on Wild Ave crashed when the pavement turned slippery. The driver, a 33-year-old man, suffered injuries to his abdomen and pelvis and reported pain and nausea. According to the police report, 'Pavement Slippery' was listed as the contributing factor. The truck's center front end was damaged. No other vehicles or people were involved. The driver wore a lap belt and harness. The crash highlights the risks posed by hazardous road conditions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827071 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan on Richmond Ave

A turning sedan struck a parked car on Richmond Ave. Three women hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Whiplash. The street stayed open. Danger lingered.

A sedan making a right turn on Richmond Ave collided with a parked car. Three women were injured, including a driver who suffered whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The impact damaged both vehicles, with the parked car hit at the center back end and the turning sedan at the front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The driver wore a lap belt and harness. The crash highlights the risk when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827065 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
SUV Strikes Center Back End on Staten Island Expressway

SUV slammed center back end on Staten Island Expressway. Two women hurt. One suffered neck injury. Police list factors as unspecified. No details on other vehicle.

A station wagon/SUV traveling west on the Staten Island Expressway struck the center back end of another vehicle. Two women, both 39, were injured. One occupant suffered unspecified injuries. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck injury and reported whiplash. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' No details were provided about the second vehicle or its occupants.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828693 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
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Speeding Sedans Collide on Willow Road West

A speeding sedan struck another at Willow Road West and Forest Avenue. A seven-year-old boy suffered pelvic abrasions. A driver was hurt. Unsafe speed fueled the crash.

Two sedans collided at Willow Road West and Forest Avenue on Staten Island. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. A seven-year-old boy, riding as a rear passenger, suffered abrasions to his pelvis. One driver sustained chest injuries. Both drivers were licensed. The crash involved one sedan going straight and another making a left turn. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828631 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Motorcycle Crash Injures Rider on Expressway

A motorcycle slammed the right side on West Shore Expressway. The 55-year-old rider suffered abrasions. No other vehicles listed. Police cite unspecified factors.

A motorcycle crashed on the West Shore Expressway in Staten Island. The 55-year-old male rider was injured, suffering abrasions to his entire body. According to the police report, the motorcycle struck on the right side. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or people were named as involved. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data. No driver errors beyond 'Unspecified' were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827703 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Dump Truck Merges, Bus and Sedan Struck on Expressway

Dump truck merged on Staten Island Expressway. Unsafe lane change. Bus and sedan hit. One driver hurt. Back injury. Whiplash. Chaos in the eastbound lanes. Metal and glass. System failed to protect.

A dump truck merged eastbound on the Staten Island Expressway, striking a bus and a sedan. One driver suffered a back injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was a contributing factor. The crash involved multiple vehicles and left one person injured. The report lists no errors by the injured party. The system allowed a dangerous lane change, putting passengers and drivers at risk.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826327 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Distracted Drivers Collide on Forest Avenue

Two vehicles crashed on Forest Ave. A passenger suffered arm and internal injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck metal. No escape from the sudden force.

A pick-up truck and an SUV collided on Forest Avenue at Willow Road West in Staten Island. One passenger, a 36-year-old woman, was injured in the shoulder and upper arm, with internal complaints. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV hit the truck's rear. All occupants wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the danger of distraction behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826003 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Sedans Collide on Victory Boulevard, Driver Injured

Two sedans struck on Victory Boulevard. One driver suffered a bruised leg. Shock followed. Both cars showed front-end damage. Police list no clear cause. Streets stayed dangerous.

Two sedans collided on Victory Boulevard at Richmond Avenue in Staten Island. According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver suffered a contusion to her leg and was in shock. Three others were involved, including another driver and two occupants, but their injuries were unspecified. Both vehicles were parked before the crash and sustained front-end damage. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826385 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Runaway Motorcycle Ejects Child on Richmond Ave

A runaway motorcycle struck a sedan on Richmond Ave. Two riders were ejected. An 11-year-old girl suffered neck injuries. Driver inexperience and loss of control fueled the crash.

A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Richmond Ave near Akron St in Staten Island. According to the police report, the crash involved a driverless or runaway motorcycle and cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor. Two people were ejected: an 11-year-old girl, who suffered neck injuries and shock, and an 18-year-old male driver, who was also injured. The sedan carried three occupants. The report lists 'Driverless/Runaway Vehicle' and 'Driver Inexperience' as causes. No mention of helmet use or signals as contributing factors appears in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826537 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Sedan Slams at Unsafe Speed on Victory Boulevard

A young driver crashed a sedan at high speed on Victory Boulevard. He suffered severe bleeding and leg injuries. Police cite unsafe speed and inexperience. The road turned violent in an instant.

A 19-year-old male driver crashed a sedan on Victory Boulevard near SR 440 in Staten Island. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The vehicle's right front bumper took the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver held only a permit. Another occupant was listed but had unspecified injuries. The report highlights unsafe speed and inexperience as the main factors behind the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825502 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
Sedan and Pickup Collide on Bradley Avenue

Two drivers struck at Bradley and Purdy. Both men hurt. One with chest injury, one with arm pain. Metal twisted. No clear cause named. Streets silent after impact.

A sedan and a pickup truck crashed at Bradley Avenue and Purdy Avenue on Staten Island. Two male drivers, ages 56 and 43, were injured—one suffered chest trauma and whiplash, the other arm pain. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. Both drivers were conscious after the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No further details on cause or fault are given in the police report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825486 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31