Crash Count for Precinct 17
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,105
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,904
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 416
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 23
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 6
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 30, 2025
Carnage in Precinct 17
Detailed breakdowns aren’t yet available for this year slice; totals below reflect the selected window.
Killed 6
+1
Crush Injuries 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Severe Bleeding 10
Head 7
+2
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Severe Lacerations 8
Head 4
Face 3
Lower leg/foot 1
Concussion 9
Back 3
Head 3
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Lower arm/hand 1
Neck 1
Whiplash 43
Neck 24
+19
Head 9
+4
Back 6
+1
Shoulder/upper arm 4
Whole body 2
Chest 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Contusion/Bruise 96
Lower leg/foot 30
+25
Lower arm/hand 20
+15
Head 14
+9
Face 7
+2
Hip/upper leg 7
+2
Back 6
+1
Shoulder/upper arm 6
+1
Whole body 5
Chest 4
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Neck 1
Abrasion 103
Lower arm/hand 35
+30
Lower leg/foot 29
+24
Head 14
+9
Face 12
+7
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Chest 3
Whole body 3
Hip/upper leg 2
Back 1
Pain/Nausea 18
Hip/upper leg 4
Lower leg/foot 4
Head 2
Lower arm/hand 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Whole body 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Back 1
Neck 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 30, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 17?

Preventable Speeding in Precinct 17 School Zones

(since 2022)
Early morning on 2nd Avenue, a cyclist goes down

Early morning on 2nd Avenue, a cyclist goes down

Precinct 17: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 18, 2025

Just after dawn on Sep 10, at 2nd Avenue and East 35th Street, the driver of a 2024 SUV and a person on a bike collided. The cyclist was hurt. NYC Open Data

This Week

  • Sep 5: the driver of an SUV injured an 81‑year‑old woman mid‑block near East 57th Street. NYC Open Data
  • Sep 4: at East 34th Street and 1st Avenue, the driver of an SUV hit a 38‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. NYC Open Data
  • Sep 4: at the Queens Midtown Tunnel exit and East 41st Street, a bus driver injured a 78‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. NYC Open Data

The toll in this precinct

Since Jan 1, 2022, in Precinct 17 there have been 2,999 crashes, leaving 1,851 people injured and 6 people dead. NYC Open Data

People walking bear much of it: 4 pedestrians killed and 404 injured. People on bikes: 1 killed and 415 injured. NYC Open Data

Injuries cluster in the afternoon. The highest counts hit 2–4 PM. NYC Open Data

Corners that keep hurting people

The records flag 1st Avenue, 2nd Avenue, and the FDR Drive as recurring trouble. NYC Open Data

At East 37th Street and 2nd Avenue in Apr 2022, an 82‑year‑old man was crossing with the signal when a bus driver turned left and killed him. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield. NYC Open Data

Last week’s Midtown Tunnel exit case is the same story: an older pedestrian, a legal crossing, and a professional driver. She lived. She was hurt. NYC Open Data

Why this keeps happening—and how to stop it

Police reports cite named, fixable behaviors: driver inattention, failure to yield, and unsafe speed. Those three repeat across the precinct. NYC Open Data

On the ground, the fixes are not exotic:

  • Hardened left turns and leading pedestrian intervals on 1st and 2nd Avenues at East 34th–41st Streets.
  • Daylighting and tighter geometry at tunnel exits and bridge approaches.
  • Targeted yielding enforcement for buses and large vehicles at the problem corners.

Citywide levers that save lives

A small pool of drivers does outsized harm. City data show that vehicles with 16 camera tickets in 12 months are far more likely to kill or seriously injure; the risk explodes past 30 tickets. The state’s proposed Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045C/A2299C) would require those repeat offenders to use speed limiters. Streetsblog NYC

New York City now has the power to set safer default speeds. Lowering residential limits to 20 MPH is the next step. Our own guide explains both moves and how to press for them. /take_action/

Who must act now

This precinct sits in Council District District 4, Assembly District AD 73, and State Senate District SD 28. The Stop Super Speeders bill needs backing in Albany. The 20 MPH default needs action at City Hall. Will Council Member Keith Powers, Assembly Member Alex Bores, and State Senator Liz Krueger move them?

A man killed in a crosswalk with the light. An older woman thrown down near 57th. A cyclist on the pavement at 2nd and 35th. The steps are on the table. /take_action/

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Precinct 17?
Precinct 17 covers parts of Murray Hill–Kips Bay, East Midtown–Turtle Bay, and the United Nations area in Manhattan. It overlaps Council District 4, Assembly Districts 73 and 74, and State Senate Districts 28 and 59.
What patterns stand out here?
Since 2022, there have been 2,999 crashes, with 1,851 people injured and 6 killed. Harm clusters on 1st Avenue, 2nd Avenue, and the FDR, and injuries spike in mid‑afternoon hours.
What fixes make sense on these streets?
Hardened left turns and LPIs on 1st/2nd Avenues; daylighting and tighter geometry at the Queens Midtown Tunnel exit; targeted yielding enforcement for buses and large vehicles at known hot spots.
How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC Open Data’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets (Crashes, Persons, Vehicles), filtered to Police Precinct 17 and the period 2022‑01‑01 to 2025‑09‑18. Key fields: on/off street names, person type, injury severity, contributing factors, and hour of crash. Data were accessed Sep 18, 2025. You can explore the source datasets here.
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

Assembly Member Alex Bores

District 73

Twitter: @AlexBores

Council Member Keith Powers

District 4

State Senator Liz Krueger

District 28

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.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 17

22
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction

Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.

Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.


21
Stolen Car Kills Two on Bowery Plaza

Jul 21 - A stolen car tore off the Manhattan Bridge, slammed into a plaza, and killed a cyclist and a woman on a bench. Metal, bodies, and lives shattered in seconds. The driver ran. Police caught her.

West Side Spirit (2025-07-21) reports a stolen Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, crashing into Bowery plaza at Canal Street. The car struck and killed May Kwok, seated on a bench, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, a cyclist. The driver and passenger fled but were caught. The article quotes Kwok's brother: "This is not a car accident. They committed a crime." The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed driving and stolen vehicles in dense city spaces. Memorials now mark the plaza where the impact ended two lives.


20
Taxi Fails to Yield, Cyclist Ejected

Jul 20 - A taxi driver hit a 24-year-old bicyclist on E 56th near 3rd Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered an abrasion to the elbow and lower arm. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way.

A taxi driver struck a 24-year-old bicyclist on E 56th Street at 3rd Avenue. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an abrasion to the elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way caused the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The taxi driver was traveling straight north; the bicyclist was merging north. Point of impact was the taxi’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s left front quarter panel. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828972 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
20
Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown

Jul 20 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two dead. The driver, unlicensed, had fled a Brooklyn crash months before. System failed. Streets stayed deadly.

NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old, unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown while driving a stolen rental. Three months earlier, she allegedly 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, "The out-of-control driver... had been freed without bail in April after she was arrested for leaving the scene of a crash that badly injured a pedestrian." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat dangerous driving.


17
Loose Food Cart Strikes Parked Car in Manhattan

Jul 17 - A food cart broke loose from a van packed with propane and fuel. It slammed into a parked car with a woman and child inside. Both went to the hospital. Police found 76 propane tanks. The driver faces charges.

According to NY Daily News (2025-07-17), police arrested a 31-year-old van driver after a food cart he was towing broke loose and struck a parked Kia Serrano with a woman and child inside. The article reports, "Firefighters forced entry into the van, removing 76 20-pound propane cylinders and 15 five-gallon fuel containers." The driver was charged with reckless endangerment. The incident highlights the dangers of unsecured loads and hazardous material transport on city streets. Both victims were hospitalized in stable condition. The driver attempted to withhold access to the van, further complicating the response.


12
Taxi Driver Changing Lanes Hits Sedan

Jul 12 - A taxi driver changed lanes and hit a southbound BMW sedan on FDR Drive. Two occupants were injured. Air bags deployed. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction."

A taxi driver changing lanes struck a southbound sedan on FDR Drive. Two vehicle occupants were injured: the sedan driver, 45, suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and shock; a 42-year-old front-seat passenger complained of back pain and shock. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police recorded the taxi pre-crash action as "Changing Lanes" and the sedan as "Going Straight Ahead." Points of impact were the taxi’s right front bumper and the sedan’s left front quarter panel. Air bags deployed and occupants were using lap belts, per the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827395 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
10
Speeding Driver Hits 66-Year-Old Pedestrian on Second Ave

Jul 10 - A driver at unsafe speed hit a 66-year-old woman on Second Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered abrasions to her arm and was in shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The crash occurred off an intersection.

According to the police report, the driver was traveling south and going straight ahead when the driver hit a 66-year-old pedestrian on Second Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was not at an intersection. She suffered abrasions to her elbow/lower arm/hand and was listed in shock. Police recorded the contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists the vehicle type as unspecified and notes one vehicle occupant. The crash record does not assign fault beyond the listed contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827310 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
8
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at E 50th

Jul 8 - 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 2025-11-03
7
Sedan Left Turn Crushes Cyclist on E 41st

Jul 7 - A sedan turned left into a cyclist at E 41st and 1st Avenue. The 48-year-old man suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan driver was not injured. Police recorded the collision.

One sedan made a left turn and hit a bicyclist at East 41st Street and 1st Avenue. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. The sedan driver was not injured. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan and a bike. The report lists the sedan's pre-crash action as "Making Left Turn" and the bike's as "Going Straight Ahead." Police did not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors. The cyclist's contributing factors are recorded as "Unspecified." Point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826200 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
3
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Lexington

Jul 3 - 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 2025-11-03
3
SUVs Collide at Speed on FDR Drive

Jul 3 - 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 2025-11-03
3
Charges Dropped In Central Park Collision

Jul 3 - A cyclist and e-unicycle rider collided in Central Park. The cyclist stayed for paramedics. Police dropped charges. The crash left one man in critical condition. Enforcement against cyclists rises. Streets remain tense.

Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-03) reports that Manhattan prosecutors dropped charges against Carolyn Backus, a cyclist accused of fleeing after colliding with an electric unicycle rider in Central Park. The DA's office stated, "She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics to arrive." The NYPD initially charged Backus, but the law applies only to motor vehicles. The crash left the unicycle rider critically injured. The article highlights increased NYPD enforcement against cyclists and e-bike riders, raising questions about policy focus and the treatment of non-motorized road users.


29
SUVs Collide on E 46th, Passenger Hurt

Jun 29 - Two SUVs crashed at E 46th and 3rd. One passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger showed its teeth.

Two SUVs collided at E 46th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. A 25-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles were traveling north, one going straight, the other turning right. The impact hit the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front quarter panel of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823917 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
28
Cyclist Injured in E 56th Street Collision

Jun 28 - A cyclist riding south on E 56th Street struck and hurt. Arm scraped. No vehicle damage. Police list cause as unspecified. Night in Manhattan, danger in the dark.

A 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured on E 56th Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered an abrasion to his arm. The crash involved a bike and an unspecified vehicle making a left turn. Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No vehicle damage was reported. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No further details on driver actions or safety equipment were provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823781 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
21
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 34th

Jun 21 - A driver ignored traffic control and hit a man crossing E 34th at 1st Ave. The crash broke his leg. The driver made a right turn and struck him at the intersection.

A 39-year-old man was hit while crossing E 34th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a driver making a right turn disregarded traffic control and struck him. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to the man's lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. The driver’s failure to obey signals led to the crash. The victim was injured at the intersection, following the pedestrian signal.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822574 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
19
Cyclist Killed Dodging Pedestrian In Park

Jun 19 - A cyclist swerved to avoid a pedestrian in Central Park. He fell. His head struck the curb. He died at the hospital. The pedestrian suffered minor injuries. The crash happened at a crosswalk near 96th Street. The case is under investigation.

ABC7 reported on June 19, 2025, that Salvador Nico-Garcia, 43, died after colliding with a pedestrian while riding an e-bike in Central Park. According to police, Nico-Garcia swerved to avoid a 41-year-old pedestrian crossing at the crosswalk near 96th Street and East Drive. He fell, struck his head on the curb, and was pronounced dead at Mount Sinai Morningside Hospital. The pedestrian sustained minor abrasions. ABC7 notes, 'Officials say Nico-Garcia was on an e-bike and was not wearing a helmet at the time he was thrown.' New York City does not require cyclists over 14 to wear helmets. In Central Park, pedestrians have the right of way at all times. The incident remains under investigation, highlighting ongoing risks at crosswalks and the lack of helmet mandates for adult cyclists.


18
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan on 2nd Avenue

Jun 18 - A distracted driver hit a stopped sedan on 2nd Avenue. One passenger suffered abdominal injuries. The crash left pain, shock, and broken metal in Manhattan’s Midtown.

Two sedans collided on 2nd Avenue at East 50th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. One 26-year-old female passenger suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries and was in shock. Four other occupants, including both drivers, reported unspecified injuries. The impact struck the left rear bumper of a stopped sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists driver distraction as the sole contributing factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821552 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
15
Cyclist Injured in Improper Lane Use Crash

Jun 15 - A 23-year-old cyclist struck on FDR Drive at E 48th. Head injury. Unconscious. Police cite improper lane use and confusion. No helmet. Bike undamaged.

A 23-year-old male cyclist suffered a head injury and lost consciousness while riding north on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The bike showed no damage. No other vehicles were involved. The crash left the cyclist with abrasions and required medical attention.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827685 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
13
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 1st Ave

Jun 13 - A Ford SUV turned left on 1st Avenue and hit a cyclist. The rider, age 44, suffered arm injuries. The SUV’s front bumper took the impact. Police cited failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The cyclist wore a helmet.

A crash on 1st Avenue at East 45th Street in Manhattan left a 44-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn when it struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered abrasions. The SUV’s left front bumper was damaged. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger left-turning vehicles pose to people on bikes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820123 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
13
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on E 53rd Street

Jun 13 - A cyclist hit a pedestrian on E 53rd Street near 2nd Avenue. The pedestrian suffered an arm injury. The crash happened midday. Both parties were men. No driver errors were listed in the police report.

A crash occurred on E 53rd Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. A 47-year-old male bicyclist struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection and suffered an abrasion to his arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The police report notes the pedestrian was 'crossing against signal,' but does not assign fault. No other vehicles or persons were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820124 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03