Crash Count for Precinct 17
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,247
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,370
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 306
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 18
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 3
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 17?

Blood in the Crosswalk, Silence in the Precinct

Blood in the Crosswalk, Silence in the Precinct

Precinct 17: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 28, 2025

The Toll in Blood and Bone

Three people have died on the streets of Precinct 17 since 2022. Over 1,362 have been injured. Eighteen suffered wounds so grave they may never heal. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care if you are young or old. They do not care if you are careful.

Just this May, a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal at Lexington and East 37th was struck by a truck. She left the scene semiconscious, bleeding from the head (NYC Open Data). In July, a cyclist was crushed at E 41st and 1st Avenue. A sedan turned left. The cyclist’s leg was broken. The street was quiet again by morning.

The old and the young are not spared. Two people over 75 have died here in the last year. Seventeen children have been hurt. The city keeps counting.

The Police: Power and Silence

The police in Precinct 17 have the tools. They can ticket speeders. They can crack down on drivers who fail to yield. They can target the corners where blood pools most often. But the silence is heavy. The crashes keep coming.

The city’s leaders talk of Vision Zero. But the streets do not change. The numbers do not lie. “He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene,” police said after firefighter Matthew Goicochea was killed on the FDR Drive. The driver fled. The city moved on.

What Leaders Have Done—And Not Done

The council passed laws to lower speed limits. Albany renewed speed cameras. But the default speed is still too high. The most dangerous drivers keep their keys. The police can enforce the law. The council can demand more. But the dead do not vote.

“A lot of them with musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain,” said FDNY Deputy Assistant Chief Joseph Pataky after a bus crash at Port Authority left dozens hurt. The pain lingers. The ramp will not be fixed until 2032.

The Next Step Is Yours

This is not fate. These are not accidents. Every death is a choice made by someone in power. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand speed enforcement. Demand safer streets. Do not wait for the next siren.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 17 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Manhattan, city council district District 4, assembly district AD 73 and state senate district SD 28.
Which areas are in Precinct 17?
It includes the Murray Hill-Kips Bay, East Midtown-Turtle Bay, United Nations, and Manhattan CB6 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council District District 4, Assembly Districts AD 73 and AD 74, and State Senate Districts SD 28 and SD 59.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 17?
Cars and Trucks: 2 deaths, 192 minor injuries, 51 moderate injuries, 0 serious injuries (total 245 incidents). Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 3 minor injuries, 5 moderate injuries, 0 serious injuries (total 8 incidents). Bikes: 0 deaths, 19 minor injuries, 9 moderate injuries, 1 serious injury (total 29 incidents). [NYC Open Data]
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 17 can enforce speed limits, issue tickets for failure to yield, and target known crash hotspots. They can respond to dangerous conditions and crack down on reckless driving. Every ticket, every patrol, every enforcement action can save a life.
Are crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
These are not accidents. They are preventable. Every crash is a result of choices—by drivers, by policymakers, by those who enforce or ignore the law.
What can local politicians do?
They can lower speed limits, fund street redesigns, and demand police enforcement. They can push for laws that protect people, not cars. They can act now, or answer for the next death.
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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Other Representatives

Alex Bores
Assembly Member Alex Bores
District 73
District Office:
353 Lexington Ave, Suite 704, New York, NY 10016
Legislative Office:
Room 431, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Keith Powers
Council Member Keith Powers
District 4
District Office:
211 East 43rd Street, Suite 1205, New York, NY 10017
212-818-0580
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1725, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7393
Liz Krueger
State Senator Liz Krueger
District 28
District Office:
211 E. 43rd St. Suite 2000, New York, NY 10017
Legislative Office:
Room 416, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 17 Police Precinct 17 sits in Manhattan, District 4, AD 73, SD 28.

It contains Manhattan CB6, Murray Hill-Kips Bay, East Midtown-Turtle Bay, United Nations.

See also
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City Council Districts
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 17

Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights

A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.

CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.


Woman Loses Legs In Subway Attack

A man shoved his girlfriend onto subway tracks at Fulton Street. The train crushed her legs. She survived, but lost both limbs. He fled, but police caught him. The court sentenced him to 18 years.

Gothamist (2025-07-29) reports a Brooklyn man received 18 years in prison after pleading guilty to pushing his girlfriend onto the tracks at Manhattan's Fulton Street Station on March 9, 2024. Prosecutors said Christian Valdez threw her as a train entered, causing injuries that led to both legs being amputated. District Attorney Alvin Bragg called it a 'life-threatening act of domestic violence in our transit system.' Valdez fled but was arrested hours later. The case highlights the vulnerability of transit riders and the severe consequences of violence in public spaces.


SUV and Taxi Collision on E 42nd Street Injures Passenger

A taxi and SUV crashed on E 42nd. One passenger suffered a leg injury. Police cite outside car distraction and limited view. Streets remain unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. The city does not yield.

A taxi and an SUV collided at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, while several others sustained unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The crash highlights the persistent dangers for passengers in New York City traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831856 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be

A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.

According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.


Bus Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on 3rd Ave

A bus struck a cyclist on 3rd Ave. The cyclist suffered arm fractures. Police cite driver inattention. The bus rolled north. The bike rider wore a helmet. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.

A bus and a bicycle collided on 3rd Ave at E 42nd St in Manhattan. The 53-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering fractures to his arm. According to the police report, both the bus driver and the cyclist were traveling north when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was partially ejected and wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the bus driver. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when large vehicles and distraction share the road.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830412 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Taxi and SUV Collide on FDR Drive Ramp

A taxi and SUV crashed on the FDR Drive ramp. Two men suffered head and back injuries. Shock followed. No clear cause named. Metal met metal. The city kept moving.

A taxi and an SUV collided on the FDR Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, two men were injured: a 43-year-old taxi passenger with head trauma and a 28-year-old driver with back pain. Both reported shock. The taxi was struck in the center back end while going straight; the SUV was making a right turn. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The crash left metal twisted and passengers hurt, but the cause remains unspecified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830818 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Stolen Car Kills Two In Chinatown

A stolen Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck and killed a pedestrian and a cyclist. The driver tried to flee. Eyewitnesses stopped her. Broken bodies, broken laws, broken city.

According to NY Daily News (2025-07-22), Autumn Donna Ascension Romero crashed a stolen rental car at Bowery and Canal, killing May Kwok and Kevin Cruickshank. Prosecutors say Romero admitted to drinking before driving and tried to flee the scene with her passenger. An open tequila bottle and loaded pistols were found in the car. The article quotes, 'They then tried to flee the scene followed by multiple eyewitnesses who told them to stop.' Romero faces murder and vehicular homicide charges. The crash highlights dangers from impaired driving, stolen vehicles, and failures in preventing reckless use of rentals.


Chinatown Crash Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian

A speeding car tore through Chinatown. It struck a cyclist and a woman on a bench. Both died at the scene. The driver faces murder charges. The car was a long-overdue rental. Debris scattered. Lives ended in seconds.

Gothamist (2025-07-21) reports a driver faces murder and manslaughter charges after a deadly Chinatown crash. The car, a weeks-overdue rental, sped off the Manhattan Bridge and struck a cyclist and a pedestrian, killing both. Police found two 9mm pistols in the trunk. The article states, "the car was traveling westbound off the Manhattan Bridge at a high rate of speed" and "struck Cruickshank, Kwok and an unoccupied NYPD vehicle." The passenger faces charges for unauthorized use and weapons possession. The crash highlights risks from unreturned rentals and high-speed driving in dense city streets.


Taxi Fails to Yield, Cyclist Ejected on E 56th

Taxi struck cyclist on E 56th. Cyclist ejected, arm scraped. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. System failed to protect the vulnerable.

A taxi collided with a 24-year-old cyclist on E 56th Street at 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an arm abrasion. According to the police report, driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the crash. Both the taxi driver and cyclist were listed with 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The cyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No injuries were specified for the taxi occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828972 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown

A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended. The driver, unlicensed, had fled a crash months before. System let her walk. Steel met flesh. The city failed to stop it.

NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown with a stolen rental car. Months earlier, she hit a pedestrian in Brooklyn and fled. Police charged her with leaving the scene and aggravated unlicensed operation, but she was released without bail, as the charges were not bail eligible under state law. The article notes, "Three months before the fatal high-speed Saturday morning smash up... the 23-year-old driver allegedly clipped a woman... and fled." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat offenders.


Car Jumps Curb, Kills Two in Chinatown

A car sped off the Manhattan Bridge, jumped the curb, struck a cyclist and a pedestrian. Both died. The driver and passenger tried to flee. Police caught them. Metal, speed, and chaos at Canal and Bowery.

ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that a Chevy Malibu jumped the curb near Canal Street and Bowery, killing a cyclist in his 30s and a pedestrian in her 60s. The two women in the car attempted to flee but were arrested. Mayor Eric Adams cited 'the rate of speed was pretty high' and called for action against reckless driving. The car also struck a parked police van. Charges are pending as police investigate. The crash highlights ongoing dangers at busy intersections and the deadly impact of speed.


Van Crash Reveals Fuel Stockpile In Midtown

A van crashed on 42nd and 10th. Inside: 75 gallons of gasoline, 10 of diesel, dozens of propane tanks. The driver tried to hide the keys. Hazmat teams cleared the danger. Police made an arrest.

ABC7 (2025-07-17) reports NYPD found 75 gallons of gasoline, 10 gallons of diesel, and 76 propane cylinders in a van after a Manhattan crash. The driver "tried to get rid of his keys" and claimed he couldn't open the vehicle. Hazmat teams removed the fuel. The driver faces charges for reckless endangerment and fire code violations. The Manhattan DA is handling the case. The incident highlights risks from hazardous cargo on city streets and gaps in enforcement.


Fifth Avenue Redesign Cuts Bike, Bus Lanes

Adams’s Fifth Avenue plan drops bike and bus lanes. Cyclists and walkers left exposed. Sidewalks widen, but cars keep space. Board calls for real safety, not delay.

Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-14) reports Mayor Adams cut a bus lane and bike lane from the Fifth Avenue redesign, keeping two lanes for cars and widening sidewalks. The Manhattan Community Board 5 called this move not a "real solution" to safety, urging a return to the 2021 plan with protected bike lanes and faster bus service. "We want a real solution to the bike and pedestrian safety issue," said CB 5 Vice Chair Samir Lavingia. The board warns that without bike lanes, cyclists will ride sidewalks, risking conflict. The plan, shaped with business interests, leaves vulnerable road users exposed and delays safer changes until at least 2028.


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Taxi and Sedan Crash on FDR Drive Injures Four

A taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Four people hurt. Passengers and drivers shaken. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. Another day, another crash.

A taxi and a sedan collided on FDR Drive in Manhattan. Four people were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor. The crash left victims with back and arm injuries, shock, and pain. The taxi was changing lanes, the sedan was going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes air bags deployed and seat belts used by some occupants, but only after driver distraction is cited. Systemic danger remains on city roads.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827395 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Speeding Driver Injures Pedestrian on Second Avenue

A car struck a 66-year-old woman on Second Avenue. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and driver distraction. The street failed her. The city failed her.

A 66-year-old pedestrian was hit and injured on Second Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was traveling at unsafe speed and was inattentive or distracted. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm and was in shock. The crash did not occur at an intersection. Driver errors listed in the report include 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' No other contributing factors were noted. The data does not specify the type of vehicle involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827310 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at E 50th

A taxi hit a 70-year-old woman crossing with the signal on E 50th. She suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.

A taxi making a left turn on E 50th Street in Manhattan struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and was in shock. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were noted in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826182 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Crushed on E 41st

A sedan turned left on E 41st. The car struck a cyclist. The rider suffered crush injuries to his leg. The street ran red with pain. Metal met flesh. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.

A sedan making a left turn at E 41st Street and 1st Avenue struck a cyclist going straight. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan and a bike. The cyclist was injured, while the sedan driver was not. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The police report notes both drivers' actions but does not specify contributing factors. The cyclist’s safety equipment was unknown. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826200 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Lexington

A sedan hit a cyclist on Lexington Avenue. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left the cyclist hurt, the car’s bumper dented.

A sedan making a left turn on Lexington Avenue at E 43rd Street struck a southbound cyclist. The 28-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the bike’s back end. The cyclist was injured; the driver was not. No other factors were listed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825572 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUVs Collide at Speed on FDR Drive

Two SUVs slammed together on FDR Drive. One driver bruised, others shaken. Unsafe speed and bad lane use fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.

Two sport utility vehicles crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, age 31, suffered a bruised arm. Three other occupants, including two aged 63, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal bent and people hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825150 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Cyclist Charged After Unicycle Collision

A cyclist struck an electric unicycle rider in Central Park. The rider was left in critical condition. Police say the cyclist fled but later turned herself in. Details remain sparse. The street stays dangerous.

Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-02) reports a crash on Central Park's West Drive. Carolyn Backus, a cyclist, faces charges for leaving the scene after colliding with a 40-year-old electric unicycle rider, who suffered critical injuries. NYPD says Backus turned herself in after her photo was circulated. The article notes, 'EMS transported the critically injured one-wheeler to New York-Presbyterian with serious injuries.' Electric unicycles can exceed 40 mph and are illegal in New York City. The incident highlights risks from high-speed devices and gaps in enforcement on shared paths.