Crash Count for Precinct 121
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,168
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,259
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 675
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 21
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 12
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 9, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 121?

Precinct 121: Kids Bleed, Politicians Stall, Streets Kill

Precinct 121: Kids Bleed, Politicians Stall, Streets Kill

Precinct 121: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 5, 2025

The Blood on the Asphalt

In Precinct 121, the bodies keep coming. In the last year, four people died. Twelve more were left with injuries so grave they may never walk the same. In all, 854 people were hurt in 1,452 crashes—just in the past twelve months. NYC Open Data

The young are not spared. On August 5, a 13-year-old boy on a moped collided with an MTA bus in Port Richmond. He was rushed to the hospital with a head injury, fighting for his life. The crash happened at 1 a.m. on Castleton Avenue. The bus driver and passengers walked away. The boy did not. The collision critically injured the 13-year-old.

Just weeks before, a 16-year-old on an e-scooter died after colliding with an SUV on College Avenue. His name was Nacere Ellis. He suffered head trauma. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. Ellis suffered head trauma as a result of the crash.

The Machines That Kill

Cars and SUVs do most of the damage. They killed two people and hurt nearly 300 more. Trucks and buses killed five. Motorcycles and mopeds, four injuries. Bikes, four more. No one is safe—not the old, not the young, not the ones just trying to cross the street. NYC Open Data

Leadership: Promises and Silence

The police have the tools. They can ticket speeders. They can crack down on reckless turns. They can watch the corners where blood pools most often. But action is rare. The numbers do not lie. Crashes are up 24%. Injuries up 41%. Serious injuries up 350%. Deaths up by a third. NYC Open Data

Local leaders talk about Vision Zero. But the dead keep coming. The city has the power to lower speed limits. The precinct can enforce the law. Every day of delay is another day for a family to get the call.

What You Can Do

Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand action. Tell them the numbers. Tell them the names. Tell them you are tired of waiting for the next siren.

If you do nothing, nothing will change.

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: Cars and SUVs killed 2 people and injured 297. Trucks and buses killed 5. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 4 injuries. Bikes: 4 injuries. The danger is everywhere.
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 121 police can enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, and target known crash hotspots. They can issue failure-to-yield tickets and respond to dangerous conditions. The tools are there. They just need to use them.
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. The numbers show patterns. Speed, reckless driving, and failure to yield can be stopped. These deaths are preventable.
What can local politicians do?
They can lower speed limits, fund street redesigns, and push for stronger enforcement. They can demand action from the precinct. They can listen to residents who are tired of blood on the street.
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 Rear-Ends Parked Sedan Injuring Two

An SUV struck a parked sedan’s left rear bumper on Klondike Avenue. Two women inside the SUV suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Driver distraction caused the crash. Impact left visible damage on both vehicles.

According to the police report, an SUV traveling west on Klondike Avenue collided with the left rear bumper of a parked sedan. The SUV carried two female occupants: a 58-year-old driver and a 72-year-old front passenger. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Each sustained chest injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. No ejections occurred. The driver held a valid New York license.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4516399 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
2
Distracted SUV Driver Turns Left Hits Sedan

SUV turned left on Richmond Terrace. Sedan went straight. Both drivers hurt with whiplash and neck pain. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. No one ejected. Both men conscious, belted.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male SUV driver with a learner's permit turned left from Union Avenue onto Richmond Terrace and struck a westbound sedan. The SUV hit the sedan's left front bumper, while the SUV's left side doors took the impact. Both drivers, aged 24 and 42, suffered whiplash and neck injuries but remained conscious and restrained. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4515122 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
65-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal

A 65-year-old woman was struck while crossing Forest Avenue with the signal. She suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was semiconscious after impact at the intersection.

According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Forest Avenue while crossing with the signal. She sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The driver, traveling straight ahead, failed to yield the right-of-way, which was cited as the contributing factor. The vehicle type and driver details were unspecified. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals when struck.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533636 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
2
Sedans Collide Backing on Richmond Terrace

Two sedans crashed on Richmond Terrace. One backed into the street, the other moved straight. Three men bruised. Driver inattention and distraction listed. Metal and bodies struck. No ejections.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Richmond Terrace near Bush Avenue. One sedan was backing up while another traveled straight. Three men were injured: the backing sedan's driver and front passenger, and the other sedan's driver. Injuries included arm, knee, and leg bruises. The police report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver of the backing vehicle was also noted as inexperienced. All injured persons were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. No one was ejected from the vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4508544 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Rear-End Crash on Richmond Avenue Injures Driver

Two sedans and an SUV collided northbound on Richmond Avenue. A 57-year-old female driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved following too closely and rear-end impacts. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, three vehicles traveling northbound on Richmond Avenue collided in a rear-end crash. The 57-year-old female driver of a 2018 Nissan sedan was injured, sustaining back contusions. She was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in maintaining safe distance. The Nissan was struck on its right rear bumper, and damage was noted on the center back end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4508405 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Unlicensed Driver Injured in Solo Sedan Crash

A 44-year-old woman driving east in a Ford sedan crashed. The right front bumper hit an object, damaging the quarter panel. She suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 44-year-old female driver was involved in a single-vehicle crash while traveling east on Essex Drive. The vehicle's right front bumper struck an object, causing damage to the right front quarter panel. The driver, who was unlicensed, was injured with contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s unlicensed status as a critical detail. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4510079 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Hits Driver on Right Side Doors

A 31-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after a sedan struck his vehicle’s right side doors. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved other vehicular factors, with no ejection reported.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old male driver was injured when a 2015 Chevrolet sedan traveling south struck the right side doors of his vehicle on Martin Luther King Jr. The driver, restrained by a lap belt, sustained back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The injured person was the driver and occupant of the struck vehicle. The crash caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4511113 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Two Sedans Collide on Richmond Avenue

Two sedans crashed on Richmond Avenue. One driver was making a U-turn. The other drove straight south. The impact hit front and side panels. The 25-year-old driver suffered neck bruises. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both drivers were licensed men.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Richmond Avenue. One driver was traveling south, going straight ahead, while the other was making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The 25-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained neck contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage to the left front bumper and left side doors of the vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4503983 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
16-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal

A 16-year-old girl was struck while crossing South Avenue with the signal. The driver, making a left turn in an SUV, was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 16-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of South Avenue and Amador Street while crossing with the signal. The driver of a station wagon/SUV was making a left turn and failed to pay attention, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4503244 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Crashes on Slippery Richmond Avenue

A 39-year-old woman driving a sedan on Richmond Avenue was injured when her vehicle struck a slippery patch of pavement. The right front bumper took the impact. She suffered bruises and arm injuries but was not ejected. The crash caused moderate harm.

According to the police report, a 39-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on Richmond Avenue. The vehicle, a 2020 Hyundai sedan, was traveling south when it impacted the right front bumper. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash resulted from road conditions rather than driver fault.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4501247 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Slams Sedan on Staten Island Expressway

BMW SUV rear-ended Honda sedan on Staten Island Expressway. Sedan driver, 63, suffered chest injuries. Slippery pavement listed as cause. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles headed east. Night, speed, steel, pain.

According to the police report, a BMW SUV struck a Honda sedan from behind on the Staten Island Expressway at 10:49 p.m. The sedan's 63-year-old male driver was injured in the chest but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling east and going straight before the crash. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging the sedan's right front bumper and the SUV's left rear bumper. No other driver errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4498674 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Driver Injured on Staten Island Mall Drive

A 66-year-old woman driving a sedan suffered upper arm injuries and shock in a crash on Marsh Avenue near Staten Island Mall Drive. The vehicle struck an object head-on. The driver was wearing a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea.

According to the police report, a 66-year-old female driver was involved in a crash on Marsh Avenue near Staten Island Mall Drive. She was driving a 2021 Mercedes sedan northbound, going straight ahead when the vehicle sustained center front end damage. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. She suffered an upper arm injury and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured. The crash details indicate a failure linked to driver distraction but do not specify other errors or victim fault.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4495800 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Slams Sedan on Klondike Avenue

SUV hit sedan’s rear on Klondike Avenue. Sedan driver, 49, suffered neck injury and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. System failed to protect. Metal and bodies broke.

According to the police report, an SUV rear-ended a sedan on Klondike Avenue near Merrymount Street. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The 49-year-old male sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash, and was in shock. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. The SUV carried two occupants. The crash damaged the sedan’s center front end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4495120 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 53-year-old man was struck by an SUV on Richmond Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle made a right turn. The driver was inattentive. The man suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 53-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Richmond Avenue at an intersection with the walk signal. The driver of a 2017 Toyota SUV was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the sole contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4494094 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 21-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Forest Avenue. She was crossing with the signal. The impact fractured her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a Ford SUV making a left turn on Forest Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver’s point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. No other occupants were in the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s actions or safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4493220 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Two Sedans Collide on Palmer Avenue

Two sedans crashed on Palmer Avenue. One driver backed into the other. Both drivers distracted. One man, 66, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles damaged at rear and front. One driver unlicensed. No ejections reported.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Palmer Avenue. One vehicle was backing up when it struck the other traveling straight. The 66-year-old licensed driver of the backing sedan was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The unlicensed driver was operating the other sedan. The point of impact was the center back end of the backing vehicle and the right front bumper of the other. Both vehicles sustained damage at these points. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the sole contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4492052 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16