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.

Citations

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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
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 17

Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan SUV Crash

A 57-year-old man on a bike was injured in a collision with an SUV in Manhattan. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The bicyclist suffered a head injury.

A 57-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a 2022 KIA SUV made a right turn on 3 Avenue. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The bicyclist, who was riding without safety equipment, sustained a head injury and complained of abrasions. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north when the impact occurred on the right side doors of the vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4692108 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Injured by Distracted Driver in Manhattan

A 40-year-old woman was struck while crossing 1 Avenue. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield. She suffered facial injuries and abrasions. The driver was distracted.

A pedestrian was injured in a collision on 1 Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the 40-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a sedan making a left turn struck her. The driver was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian sustained facial injuries and abrasions but remained conscious after the impact. No damage was reported to the vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4690570 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bicyclist Strikes Sedan on East 57th

A northbound cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on East 57th. He stayed conscious. His knee, leg, and foot were hurt. Abrasions marked the crash. The bike’s front end took the blow.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old male bicyclist was injured when his bike struck the left side doors of a sedan on East 57 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was traveling north. He suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors. The crash involved a bike and a Honda sedan, with damage to the bike’s center front end.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4693902 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bicyclist Ejected in East 54th Street Crash

A 36-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 54th Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan involved showed no damage. Police cited pedestrian/bicyclist confusion as a factor.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 54th Street involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver, showed no damage at the point of impact. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the sedan operator were noted. The bicyclist's contributing factors were unspecified. The cyclist was conscious at the scene and suffered injury severity level 3. No safety equipment status was recorded.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4685520 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
2
Sedan Strikes Two Elderly Pedestrians Crossing

A sedan making a left turn hit two pedestrians crossing East 48 Street with the signal. Both victims, aged 82 and 83, suffered abrasions and injuries to their elbows and lower arms. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on East 48 Street in Manhattan when it struck two pedestrians, aged 82 and 83, who were crossing with the signal. Both pedestrians sustained abrasions and injuries to their elbows and lower arms but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling southbound. The pedestrians were at an intersection and had the right-of-way. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684166 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Taxi Hits E-Bike Rider on 3rd Avenue

A taxi struck a 29-year-old male e-bike rider on 3rd Avenue near East 42nd Street. The rider was ejected and suffered fractures to his knee and lower leg. The crash happened at night with the taxi traveling east and the e-bike slowing southbound.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on 3rd Avenue collided with a southbound e-bike that was slowing or stopping. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. No driver errors by the taxi were explicitly noted in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691086 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on East 59th

A sedan hit an 18-year-old bicyclist on East 59th Street. She suffered arm injuries and shock. Both vehicles moved south. The sedan's right front bumper was damaged. No driver errors listed.

According to the police report, a 2016 Toyota sedan traveling south on East 59th Street struck an 18-year-old female bicyclist, also heading south. The bicyclist sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock with pain and nausea. The sedan's right front bumper was damaged at the point of impact. Both the car and the bike were going straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist and does not cite any driver errors or violations for the sedan. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4680171 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan

A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing East 42 Street at 3 Avenue. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt. The vehicle involved was unspecified.

According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 42 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The report does not assign fault to the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4675602 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 67-year-old woman crossing East 37 Street with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot.

According to the police report, a 67-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 37 Street at the intersection with 1 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2019 Ford SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4673829 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash

A 24-year-old female bicyclist was injured and ejected after a left-turn collision on East 49 Street near 1 Avenue. The bike struck the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries and bruises.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash on East 49 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was making a left turn when she collided with an unspecified vehicle traveling westbound. The impact occurred on the right side doors of the vehicle, causing the bicyclist to be ejected. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with driver inexperience. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, while the bike had damage to the left front bumper.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4672394 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Manhattan Crash

A 56-year-old woman on an e-scooter was injured and ejected in a Manhattan crash. The van was parked. The sedan struck the scooter’s left side. The rider suffered a facial abrasion. Passenger distraction contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 56-year-old female e-scooter rider was injured and ejected during a collision in Manhattan near East 39th Street. The crash involved a parked van and a westbound sedan that struck the scooter on its left side doors. The rider sustained a facial abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The report lists "Passenger Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The van showed no damage, while the sedan had damage on its left side doors. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors were specified in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4672284 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Tow Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 23-year-old woman was struck by a tow truck making a left turn on 1 Avenue. She was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield.

According to the police report, a tow truck traveling north on 1 Avenue made a left turn and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors. The impact occurred at the truck's left front bumper.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4672287 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on East 42nd Street

A motorcycle struck the left side of a parked sedan on East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor to the crash.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver collided with the left side doors of a parked sedan on East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle was traveling east, while the sedan was stationary. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The sedan had two occupants but no injuries were reported. The motorcycle sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the sedan's left side doors were damaged.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4669313 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
2
Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured

A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.

Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4664019 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Scooter Hits Parked Sedan on 2 Avenue

An e-scooter traveling south struck a parked sedan on 2 Avenue in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 43-year-old man, suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.

According to the police report, an e-scooter driver traveling south on 2 Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The scooter struck the sedan's right side doors with its center front end. The scooter driver, a 43-year-old man, was injured with chest abrasions and remained conscious. The sedan, occupied by two people, sustained no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The scooter driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving near parked vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4663914 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On

A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.

A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4663625 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Two Sedans Collide on East 59 Street

Two sedans crashed on East 59 Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The collision struck the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver inattention and aggressive driving caused the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 59 Street in Manhattan. The driver of one vehicle, a 50-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved a Hyundai sedan traveling west going straight ahead and a Honda sedan stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the Hyundai and the center back end of the Honda. The report lists driver errors as inattention, distraction, and aggressive driving or road rage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No other injuries or contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4663191 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Bike Rider Dies in Early Morning Crash

A man rode his e-bike north on 1st Avenue. He struck something head-on. He flew from the bike. His abdomen crushed. He died on the street. Distraction and alcohol played their part. The city stayed silent. The street claimed another life.

A 46-year-old man riding an e-bike northbound on 1st Avenue near East 47th Street was killed in a crash just before dawn. According to the police report, the rider struck something head-on, was ejected from the bike, and suffered fatal abdominal injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. The man was alone at the time of the crash. No helmet was used, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The crash left the street cold and empty, another life lost to distraction and danger.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4667965 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Scooter Hits Bike at Manhattan Intersection

A 40-year-old woman on an e-scooter collided head-on with a northbound cyclist on 2nd Avenue. The scooter driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles showed no damage. Failure to yield right-of-way caused the crash.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between an e-scooter traveling south and a bicycle traveling north at 1100 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old woman, was ejected from her vehicle and sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as a contributing factor. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The cyclist held a permit license from New York and was traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver was not using any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4661935 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash on East 55 Street

A 24-year-old male driver suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after a crash on East 55 Street in Manhattan. The vehicle struck with its front center while making a right turn. Unsafe speed and improper turning caused the collision.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male driver was injured in a crash on East 55 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. The driver, operating a 2023 JIAJUE vehicle, was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. The driver sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The vehicle's left front bumper was damaged at the point of impact. The driver held a permit license from New York. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved according to the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4660127 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04