Crash Count for Precinct 17
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,262
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,378
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 308
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 18
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 3
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 5, 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
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 17

Taxi Hits E-Scooter on East 55 Street

A taxi struck an e-scooter traveling north on East 55 Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered whole-body injuries and shock. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction caused the crash.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on East 55 Street collided with an e-scooter going north. The e-scooter driver, a 58-year-old man, was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. The taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in Manhattan’s busy streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4549590 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
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Two Taxis Collide on East 42nd Street

Two taxis crashed on East 42nd Street in Manhattan. Six men inside suffered injuries to elbows, face, chest, and head. Both drivers and passengers were conscious but hurt. Driver distraction caused the collision. Airbags deployed in one taxi.

According to the police report, two taxis collided on East 42nd Street near 1 Avenue in Manhattan. Six male occupants, including both drivers and four passengers, were injured with abrasions and internal injuries to elbows, face, chest, and head. None were ejected; all remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. One taxi had airbags deployed, protecting its passengers. The crash damaged the left front bumper of one taxi and the center front end of the other. The drivers were licensed, traveling straight ahead before impact. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in busy city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4545334 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Sedan Crash

A 36-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a Manhattan crash. The collision involved a sedan and a bike traveling north on Park Avenue. The bicyclist suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. The driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle.

According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the driver’s response to another vehicle led to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead, and no damage was reported on the vehicles. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4544817 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Taxi Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist Manhattan

A taxi, parked facing west, collided with a 19-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on East 53 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a taxi was parked facing west on East 53 Street when it struck a 19-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. The taxi's point of impact was its left front quarter panel, while the bike was hit on its right side doors. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors for either party. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The taxi driver held a valid license, and the bicyclist had a permit license status.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4555242 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUVs Collide on 1st Avenue, Passenger Injured

Two SUVs crashed on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. One driver made a U-turn, hitting the other going straight. A 54-year-old female passenger suffered a facial contusion. The crash involved driver distraction and left front bumper impact. Injured but conscious.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided near 899 1st Avenue in Manhattan. One driver was traveling north, going straight ahead, while the other was making a U-turn southbound. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the northbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. A 54-year-old female passenger in the northbound SUV was injured, sustaining a facial contusion. She was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash caused vehicle damage primarily to the front ends of both SUVs.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4540524 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on East 49 Street

A sedan traveling south struck a westbound bicyclist on East 49 Street. The cyclist, a 29-year-old woman, suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left front bumper.

According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on East 49 Street. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old female wearing a helmet, was injured with abrasions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was traveling south, and the bike was going west. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead before the crash. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2014 Toyota. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the points of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4541447 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing East 57 Street

A bus traveling east on East 57 Street hit a pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm. The bus showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. Confusion led to the crash.

According to the police report, a bus moving straight ahead on East 57 Street in Manhattan struck a pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian, a man, sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The bus had no visible damage and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash occurred away from an intersection, highlighting risks outside marked crossings.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4540550 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Sedan Collision

A 68-year-old male bicyclist was ejected after colliding with a parked sedan on 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered chest injuries but remained conscious. The bike struck the sedan’s left side doors, causing no vehicle damage.

According to the police report, a 68-year-old male bicyclist traveling south collided with a parked sedan on 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred at the sedan’s left side doors, resulting in the bicyclist being ejected and sustaining chest injuries. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was occupied by three licensed male drivers and was stationary at the time. No contributing driver errors were specified in the report. The bike showed no damage despite the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not attribute fault to the bicyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535515 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Taxi and SUV Collide on 3 Avenue

A taxi and an SUV crashed on 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The taxi driver suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. Police cited traffic control disregard as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men traveling straight ahead.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 3 Avenue near East 34 Street involving a taxi and an SUV. The taxi driver, a 61-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved impact to the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533882 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Taxi Hits Motor Scooter on 1 Avenue

A taxi struck a motor scooter on 1 Avenue near East 56 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver was ejected and suffered chest injuries and fractures. The taxi’s right side doors were damaged. Driver distraction was a factor.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on 1 Avenue collided with a motor scooter traveling north near East 56 Street. The motor scooter driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained chest injuries, including fractures and dislocations. The taxi’s right side doors were damaged at the point of impact. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The scooter driver was conscious after the crash but seriously injured. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535083 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
E-Scooter Rear-Ends Bike on East 56 Street

A man on an e-scooter struck a bicyclist from behind on East 56 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. Both were traveling north. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 44-year-old male bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured when an e-scooter traveling north struck him from behind on East 56 Street near 1 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle showed damage, and the bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The e-scooter driver was licensed in New York. No other details about driver actions or violations were provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4530490 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on 3 Avenue

A sedan turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on 3 Avenue. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury. The driver was distracted. The bike showed no damage. The rider wore a helmet and remained conscious.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 3 Avenue made a right turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling north. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained an upper arm abrasion injury. The driver’s contributing factor was listed as driver inattention or distraction. The bike showed no damage, while the sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet and remained conscious after the crash. The report does not indicate any fault on the bicyclist’s part. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers turning across bike lanes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4527235 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Pedestrian Injured Crossing 3rd Avenue by Truck

A 67-year-old woman was struck while crossing 3rd Avenue with the signal. A pick-up truck making a right turn hit her with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered a shoulder contusion and remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 67-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 3rd Avenue and East 42nd Street in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Chevrolet pick-up truck, traveling east and making a right turn, struck her on the right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained a contusion to her shoulder and upper arm and was conscious after the collision. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. There is no mention of any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4525401 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive

A Ford SUV struck a Honda sedan from behind on FDR Drive. Both drivers were injured with back pain and whiplash. The sedan driver wore a lap belt and harness. The crash was caused by driver inattention and unsafe speed.

According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on FDR Drive rear-ended a Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The front passenger in the SUV, a 39-year-old man, also sustained back injuries and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with unsafe speed for the sedan driver. Both vehicles had damage to their center front and back ends respectively. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the victims.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4524835 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUVs Crash at East 55th and Lexington

Two SUVs slammed together at East 55th and Lexington. A young woman behind the wheel took a hit to the neck. Shock followed. Metal twisted. No one else hurt.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of East 55th Street and Lexington Avenue in Manhattan. The crash left a 22-year-old female driver with neck injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other's front quarter panels while traveling straight. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the drivers. No pedestrians or passengers were involved or injured. The injured driver wore a harness and lap belt, and airbags deployed. The crash damaged the front ends of both SUVs.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4521117 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Sedan Crash

A 23-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered whole-body injuries after colliding with a sedan on 2 Avenue near East 49 Street. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused the violent impact. The cyclist was unhelmeted.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between a sedan and a bicycle on 2 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 23-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The sedan driver was traveling west, and the bicyclist was heading south. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the front center of the bike. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in busy city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4521002 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision

A 39-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation on East 42 Street. The crash involved driver inattention. The rider was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time of impact.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 42 Street in Manhattan involving an e-bike rider. The 39-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained a fractured and dislocated shoulder. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The rider was traveling north, going straight ahead, and was wearing a helmet. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike and the center back end of the other vehicle. The rider was conscious after the crash and suffered serious upper arm injuries. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4516618 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Bike Rider

An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike driver, a 47-year-old man, was ejected and suffered chest injuries. The SUV’s left side doors were damaged. Driver inattention contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on 2 Avenue was making a left turn when it collided with an e-bike going straight south. The e-bike driver, a 47-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained chest contusions. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors at the point of impact. The report lists driver errors including "Other Vehicular" factors and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The e-bike driver was not cited for any contributing factors, and no safety equipment was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inattentive turning drivers to vulnerable road users like e-bike riders.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4516492 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider on East 37th

A sedan hit a 26-year-old e-bike rider near 3rd Avenue. The rider flew from his seat. His head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The car’s front end crumpled. Night swallowed the scene. Driver inattention marked the crash.

A sedan traveling west on East 37th Street struck a 26-year-old man riding an e-bike north near 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 26-year-old e-bike rider. He flew from the seat, no helmet, head split open. Conscious. Bleeding. The car’s front crumpled.' The e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was ejected from his bike. The crash report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this detail follows the documentation of driver error. The impact left the cyclist bleeding and conscious on the street. Systemic danger persists where cars and bikes meet.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4513094 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Elderly Cyclist Thrown, Face Torn on 2nd Avenue

An 87-year-old man rode south on 2nd Avenue. He struck head-on, thrown from his bike. Blood pooled on the street. His face was torn open. He lay incoherent, confusion in his eyes. The crash left him battered and broken.

An 87-year-old cyclist was injured while riding south on 2nd Avenue at East 55th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he struck head-on and was thrown from his bike, suffering severe lacerations to his face and lying incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash involved only the cyclist, with no other vehicles reported. Witnesses and a notified person were present. The data highlights inattention as the primary cause, underscoring the dangers faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4513096 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12