Crash Count for Precinct 17
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,999
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,851
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 402
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 23
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 6
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 14, 2025
Carnage in Precinct 17
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 7
Back 3
Head 2
Lower arm/hand 1
Neck 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Whiplash 41
Neck 24
+19
Head 9
+4
Back 6
+1
Shoulder/upper arm 3
Chest 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Contusion/Bruise 92
Lower leg/foot 30
+25
Lower arm/hand 19
+14
Head 14
+9
Face 7
+2
Hip/upper leg 7
+2
Back 6
+1
Shoulder/upper arm 6
+1
Chest 3
Whole body 3
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Neck 1
Abrasion 101
Lower arm/hand 35
+30
Lower leg/foot 28
+23
Head 13
+8
Face 12
+7
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Chest 3
Whole body 3
Hip/upper leg 2
Back 1
Pain/Nausea 15
Hip/upper leg 3
Lower leg/foot 3
Head 2
Lower arm/hand 2
Whole body 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Back 1
Neck 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 14, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 17?

Preventable Speeding in Precinct 17 School Zones

(since 2022)
Precinct 17: Two dead at East 59th. Hundreds more hurt. The clock keeps ticking.

Precinct 17: Two dead at East 59th. Hundreds more hurt. The clock keeps ticking.

Precinct 17: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025

Two people did not make it home from East 59th Street. One was 81. A 2023 Ford SUV hit and killed her off the corner on a Monday morning in 2024, the right‑front bumper taking her down according to city crash records. A year earlier, a 46‑year‑old man died on his bike at 1st Avenue and East 47th just before 1 a.m. He was ejected and died at the scene, the report listing distraction and alcohol as factors on the cyclist’s side; no other vehicle was recorded in the crash in the same dataset. The loss stands.

Since 2022, this precinct logged 2,289 crashes. Three people died. 1,397 were hurt. Eighteen were seriously injured. SUVs led pedestrian harm here, tied to two deaths and 92 struck walkers, with trucks and buses close behind in severity per precinct totals.

Where the street breaks

The pain clusters on the big corridors. First Avenue tops the list with one death and 54 injuries. Second Avenue adds 100‑plus more injuries across its entries. East 59th Street has two deaths on the roll from the precinct hotspot list. Afternoons cut deep: injuries peak from 2 p.m. through the rush, with spikes at 2 p.m., 4 p.m., and 5 p.m. by the hour.

The records name causes. “Other” factors dominate the serious harm here, tied to three deaths and 513 injuries. Distraction shows up in 45 injuries. Failure to yield appears again and again. Unsafe speed is logged even when bodies do the talking: a 25‑year‑old cyclist suffered severe head cuts after hitting a parked USPS truck at 2nd Avenue in May; the form marks unsafe speed and distraction on the rider’s side in the city file. Trucks hurt walkers hard: 21 pedestrian cases, three serious vehicle roll‑up.

This year is worse

Year to date, crashes climbed 30% over last year. Injuries rose a quarter. The precinct counts 475 crashes through late August, with 310 injured and four serious cases, compared with 364 crashes and 249 injured by this time last year year‑to‑date stats. Older New Yorkers bear the weight: in the last 12 months, people 75 and up account for two of the deaths age breakdown.

Promises uptown, blood downtown

When two people were killed at Bowery and Canal by a driver charged after topping 100 mph, City Hall said it would “take immediate steps to fortify this intersection” and plan a broader redesign of Canal Street the commissioner said. “As we mourn the loss of the victims of this horrific crash, we are taking immediate steps,” he said. An advocate warned, “the vast majority of the corridor will remain deadly.” same. The city talks redesigns on 14th Street too, with $3 million for planning and a nod to pedestrians as reported. The bodies pile up elsewhere.

What would help here, now

  • Harden the turns on 1st and 2nd Avenues. Install daylighting at corners like East 59th and East 34th. Protect crossings where trucks roll heavy.
  • Target trucks with enforcement at the worst hours. The city’s own roll‑up shows trucks and buses drive a large share of severe pedestrian injuries here dataset.
  • Work the repeat hotspots. First Avenue. Second Avenue. East 59th Street. Fix the geometry; don’t wait for meetings.

Citywide tools that save lives

Lower speed saves life. Albany passed Sammy’s Law. New York City can set safer limits. Advocates call for a citywide 20 mph default and speed‑limiters for repeat offenders; the call is here: Take action. The program that watches speed near schools runs around the clock through 2030. The worst drivers do the worst harm; proposals would force them to cap their speed. The names in this precinct’s log argue the case.

Ben Furnas said it plain after the Chinatown crash: “Canal Street is only as safe as its most dangerous block.” Gothamist. So is First Avenue. So is East 59th. The map keeps its own score.

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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
Twitter: @LizKrueger
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

12
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

Apr 12 - A sedan hit a 28-year-old woman crossing with the signal at 2nd Avenue. She suffered a head injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. The street saw shock and blood. The system failed her.

A sedan traveling south on 2nd Avenue struck a 28-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and was in shock. The driver, a 67-year-old woman, and another occupant were not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. The crash left a pedestrian hurt while the vehicle showed no damage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805932 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death

Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.

The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.


11
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash

Apr 11 - Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.


10
SUV and Sedan Collide on 3rd Avenue, Two Hurt

Apr 10 - Metal crashes on 3rd Avenue. A woman’s leg breaks the silence. A man’s neck snaps back. Sirens cut through Midtown. The city keeps moving.

A Ford SUV and a Tesla sedan crashed at 3rd Avenue and East 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the Ford’s left front and Tesla’s right front collided. A 28-year-old woman driving the Ford suffered a leg injury. A 25-year-old man riding as a front passenger was hurt in the neck. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s traffic did not stop.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804868 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
7
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen

Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.

Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.


4
Taxi Slams Van on Third Avenue, Injures Two

Apr 4 - Taxi struck van from behind on Third Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass. Neck and head injuries. Streets unforgiving. No room for error.

A taxi crashed into the rear of a van at 447 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. Two occupants were injured: a 38-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, and a 49-year-old female rear passenger sustained a head contusion. According to the police report, the primary contributing factor was 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were traveling north and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806369 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
4
Truck Strikes, Drags Man Near Central Park

Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man on West 59th. The driver dragged him, then left. A yellow cab struck the wounded man as he lay in the street. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He survived. The truck driver now faces charges.

According to the NY Daily News (April 4, 2025), a 59-year-old truck driver, Luis Cedeno Pluas, struck a pedestrian near Central Park on August 31, 2024. The victim, standing in the right-most lane of W. 59th St., was dragged for several feet by the Isuzu box truck. The driver "kept going" after the impact, leaving the man critically injured in the street. A yellow cab then hit the victim as he lay on the roadway. Police charged Cedeno Pluas with leaving the scene of an accident with serious injuries. The article notes the victim's condition has improved and he is expected to recover. The incident highlights the danger of hit-and-run crashes and the vulnerability of people on foot in busy Manhattan corridors.


3
Taxi Strikes Cyclist on East 52nd Street

Apr 3 - A taxi hit a 62-year-old cyclist on East 52nd. The man suffered head trauma and lost consciousness. The crash left the bike undamaged. Police list all factors as unspecified.

A taxi and a bicycle collided at East 52nd Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The 62-year-old male cyclist was struck and suffered a head injury, losing consciousness. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The taxi's front end was damaged, but the bike showed no damage. No driver errors are specified in the report. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the lack of identified driver errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803279 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
3
NYPD Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash

Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased, then left the scene. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their precinct, silent. Surveillance caught their exit. The city investigates. Policy on chases faces scrutiny.

NY Daily News (2025-04-03) reports two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V into Manhattan. The driver crashed at Dyckman St., and the car caught fire. The officers 'fled the scene, leaving him to die in the fiery wreck,' then returned to their Bronx precinct without reporting the crash. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The NYPD suspended both officers and launched an investigation. This comes after new pursuit policies were enacted in February, restricting chases to felony or violent misdemeanor cases. The guidelines aimed to curb 'unnecessary police pursuits that lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' The incident raises questions about adherence to these policies and the risks of police chases in dense urban areas.


25
Bicyclist Injured on Manhattan’s E 55th Street

Mar 25 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions while riding north on E 55th Street in Manhattan. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The cyclist remained conscious and was not ejected from his bike.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured on E 55th Street near 1st Avenue in Manhattan at 10:45 AM. The bicyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the incident occurred. The report notes no damage to the bike and no ejection of the rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate (3). The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or other vehicles involved. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The data focuses on the bicyclist's injuries and the absence of vehicle damage, with no indication of driver fault or other systemic factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801967 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
24
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

Mar 24 - A 55-year-old woman was struck by a taxi making a left turn on East 58th Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the taxi driver, distracted and failing to yield, hit her, causing bruises and injuries to her entire body.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling southeast on East 58th Street made a left turn and struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the taxi's left front quarter panel. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage was reported as none, highlighting the severity of impact to the pedestrian despite minimal vehicle damage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801072 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
19
SUV and Moped Collision on Lexington Avenue

Mar 19 - SUV struck moped on Lexington. Moped driver ejected, suffered head injury. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.

A moped and an SUV collided on Lexington Avenue at East 45th Street in Manhattan. The 31-year-old moped driver was partially ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The SUV and moped were both traveling south. The moped took the impact at the center front end, while the SUV was hit at the right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814790 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
6
SUV Slams Stopped Van on East 35th

Mar 6 - SUV plowed into a stopped van on East 35th. The SUV driver took a blow to the head and whiplash. Rear-end force crushed metal. Police cite driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.

According to the police report, a westbound SUV struck a van stopped in traffic at 350 East 35th Street in Manhattan. The SUV's front end hit the van's rear, injuring the SUV driver with head trauma and whiplash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors, noting the van was stopped while the SUV was moving straight ahead. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to stop in time, as seen in the rear-end impact and resulting injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797116 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
6
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop

Mar 6 - A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.

According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."


2
SUV Collision on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive

Mar 2 - Two SUVs collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at night. Unsafe speed and improper lane usage caused the crash. A 26-year-old female driver and a 2-year-old passenger suffered contusions. Both were conscious and injured in the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:21 on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive involving two SUVs traveling south. One driver, a 26-year-old female, was changing lanes with unsafe speed and improper lane usage, which contributed to the collision. The other SUV was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. The female driver sustained contusions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, while a 2-year-old passenger in the rear left seat suffered a head contusion. Both occupants were conscious and injured but not ejected. The report highlights driver errors of unsafe speed and improper passing or lane usage as the primary factors in the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4796011 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
27
SUV Rear-Ends Parked SUV on 3rd Avenue

Feb 27 - A northbound SUV struck a parked SUV on 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The driver suffered incoherence and full-body pain. A passenger endured neck injury and whiplash. Illness and loss of consciousness contributed to the crash, according to the police report.

According to the police report, a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling north on 3rd Avenue collided with a parked 2024 GMC SUV. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the right rear bumper of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 46-year-old male, was injured with complaints of pain and nausea and was incoherent after the crash. The passenger, a 70-year-old male seated in the middle rear seat, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report cites 'Illness' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors to the crash, indicating the driver likely experienced a medical emergency leading to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by medical emergencies while driving.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795515 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
27
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist During Left Turn

Feb 27 - A sedan turning left collided with a southbound bicyclist at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing serious injury without vehicle damage.

According to the police report, a 55-year-old male bicyclist traveling south on 2nd Avenue was struck by a 2023 Tesla sedan making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or victim behavior was listed as contributing factors. The sedan sustained no damage despite the collision. This crash highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to yield to vulnerable road users during turning maneuvers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795327 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
26
Two Taxis and SUV Crash on E 42nd

Feb 26 - Two taxis and an SUV slammed together on East 42nd. Both taxi drivers hurt—one with neck wounds, one with arm abrasions. Metal twisted. Shock set in. Police list no driver errors.

According to the police report, two taxis and an SUV collided at 22:22 on East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The first taxi, a 2021 Tesla, was struck at its right front bumper. The SUV, a 2024 Land Rover, took impact on its left side doors. The second taxi, a 2016 Nissan, was hit at its center front end and left front bumper. Both taxi drivers were injured: a 33-year-old man suffered neck injuries and shock; a 65-year-old man had abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, also in shock. Both were restrained by lap belt and harness. According to the police report, contributing factors are unspecified. No driver errors are listed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795510 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
16
SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on 2nd Avenue

Feb 16 - A 48-year-old male driver suffered elbow injuries after his SUV struck the rear of another vehicle on Manhattan’s 2nd Avenue. The crash, caused by following too closely, left the driver conscious but with abrasions and lower arm trauma.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:46 on 2nd Avenue near East 33rd Street in Manhattan. A 48-year-old male driver operating a 2022 SUV was injured when his vehicle impacted the center back end of another vehicle traveling southbound. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, while the struck vehicle had damage to its center front end. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor, indicating driver error in maintaining an unsafe distance. The injured driver was not ejected, remained conscious, and sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793282 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
15
Sedan Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist on E 50 St

Feb 15 - A 44-year-old bicyclist suffered head abrasions after a collision with a sedan on E 50 St in Manhattan. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control led to impact on the bike’s left rear and the sedan’s right front bumpers.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:00 PM on E 50 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling eastbound struck a southbound bicyclist, impacting the bike’s left rear bumper and the sedan’s right front bumper. The bicyclist, a 44-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained head abrasions and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The bicyclist was not ejected and was riding straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision highlights driver errors including failure to maintain attention and obey traffic controls, which directly caused injury to the vulnerable road user.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794104 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18