Crash Count for Precinct 19
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,627
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,637
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 426
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 50
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 12
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 31, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 19?

Blood on York Avenue: City Leaders Look Away, Drivers Keep Killing

Blood on York Avenue: City Leaders Look Away, Drivers Keep Killing

Precinct 19: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025

The Toll on Our Streets

In Precinct 19, violence comes daily—in the crosswalk, at the curb, on the way to work. In the last twelve months, three people were killed and 538 were injured in crashes here. Twelve suffered serious injuries.

The dead are not numbers. A 71-year-old woman, crossing York Avenue with the signal, was struck and killed by an SUV. The cause: driver inattention. She never made it to the other side, according to NYC Open Data.

A 30-year-old woman died at the intersection of East 87th and York. She bled out on the street. The cars kept moving, as NYC Open Data shows.

Just last week, eight people were hurt when a car and SUV crashed into scaffolding on Madison Avenue. “Eight people were hurt in the crash. All of the injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening,” reported ABC7. No word on charges. No word on why.

Patterns That Don’t Change

The faces change. The story does not. SUVs and cars do the most harm—four killed, 288 injured, 12 seriously. Trucks and buses killed two, injured 17. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes add to the toll.

A 65-year-old e-bike rider was left with a fractured skull on Second Avenue. The driver fled. Later, he told police he ran because he had no license. “He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license,” reported West Side Spirit.

Leadership: Promises and Silence

The city has tools. The precinct has power. They can enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, target crash hotspots. But the numbers do not move. Crashes are up 37% over last year. Injuries up 31%. Deaths have tripled.

No new statements from local leaders. No new policies announced. The silence is its own answer.

What Comes Next

This is not fate. It is policy. Every crash is a choice made by those in power to let the street stay deadly. The police can act. The council can act. The mayor can act. But they will not move unless you make them.

Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand enforcement. Demand safer streets.

Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 19 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Manhattan, city council district District 4, assembly district AD 68 and state senate district SD 28.
Which areas are in Precinct 19?
It includes the Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island, Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill, Upper East Side-Yorkville, and Manhattan CB8 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 4 and District 5, Assembly Districts AD 68, AD 73, and AD 76, and State Senate Districts SD 28 and SD 29.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 19?
SUVs and Cars: 4 deaths, 288 injuries, 12 serious injuries. Trucks and Buses: 2 deaths, 27 injuries, 2 serious injuries. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 17 injuries, 4 serious injuries. Bikes: 0 deaths, 23 injuries, 1 serious injury.
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 19 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, issue failure-to-yield tickets, and target known crash hotspots. They have the power to respond to dangerous conditions and make the streets safer for everyone.
Are these crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
These crashes are preventable. Patterns repeat because of choices made by those in power. Better enforcement and safer street design can save lives.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can pass and enforce laws to lower speed limits, redesign dangerous streets, and hold reckless drivers accountable. They can fund safety improvements and demand action from city agencies and the police.
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

Eddie Gibbs
Assembly Member Eddie Gibbs
District 68
District Office:
55 E. 115th St. Ground Level, New York, NY 10029
Legislative Office:
Room 734, 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 19 Police Precinct 19 sits in Manhattan, District 4, AD 68, SD 28.

It contains Manhattan CB8, Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island, Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill, Upper East Side-Yorkville.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 19

Motorcycle Ejected in Manhattan Collision

A motorcycle and sedan collided on 3 Avenue near East 65 Street. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage by the drivers.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north on 3 Avenue collided with a sedan making a right turn northeast near East 65 Street in Manhattan. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcycle's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but seriously injured. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making the turn. The crash highlights dangerous driver actions leading to severe injury for the vulnerable motorcyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4687713 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
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Multiple Sedans Collide on FDR Drive

Four sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. Unsafe lane changing caused impact. Two men and one woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage focused on front and left rear bumpers. Chaos on a busy highway.

According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided due to unsafe lane changing and improper passing. The crash involved multiple impacts, including left rear bumper and center front end damage. Three occupants were injured: a 33-year-old female front passenger and two male drivers, ages 47 and others, all conscious and wearing lap belts. The female passenger and one driver complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists driver errors as unsafe lane changing and passing too closely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of lane misuse on high-speed roadways.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686436 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on East 79 Street

A 52-year-old man was struck while crossing East 79 Street outside an intersection. The sedan hit him on the right front quarter panel. He suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The driver was distracted and inexperienced.

According to the police report, a 52-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing East 79 Street near Madison Avenue, not at an intersection or crosswalk. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2022 Audi sedan traveling eastbound, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. No other factors such as pedestrian fault or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers to vulnerable pedestrians.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684573 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Hits Bicyclist on East 62 Street

A 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Manhattan when a Ford SUV struck him at the right front bumper. The cyclist suffered a fractured knee and lower leg. The driver was distracted. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling east on East 62 Street collided with a northbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, sustained a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The SUV struck the cyclist with its right front bumper. The cyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The driver held a valid New York license and was driving straight ahead at the time of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683523 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing East 67 Street

A 36-year-old woman crossing East 67 Street with the signal was struck by a southbound taxi making a left turn. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 67 Street at an intersection with the signal. The taxi, traveling southbound and making a left turn, struck her. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The taxi showed no damage upon impact. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no helmet or signaling issues are mentioned. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when following traffic signals.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683334 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Hits Pedestrian Working in Roadway

A 45-year-old man was struck by an eastbound SUV on East 62 Street near 1 Avenue. The pedestrian, working in the roadway, suffered bruises and injuries to his lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and blinded by glare.

According to the police report, a 45-year-old male pedestrian was injured while working in the roadway at an intersection on East 62 Street in Manhattan. The driver of a 2020 Mazda SUV, traveling eastbound, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with glare affecting visibility. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4678982 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Left-Turn Hits Bicyclist on 1 Avenue

A bicyclist was struck by an SUV making a left turn on 1 Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The rider was not ejected.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 1 Avenue was hit by a BMW SUV making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left side doors and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to cyclists.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683607 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Bus Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street

A 65-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a bus on East 72 Street. The impact hit the bike’s center back end and the bus’s right front quarter panel. The rider suffered bruises and leg injuries.

According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided while both were traveling east on East 72 Street. The bicyclist, a 65-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists driver inattention and improper passing or lane usage as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Prevo bus. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel and the bike’s center back end. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and improper lane use, as key causes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677863 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
2
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive

Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive late at night. The driver changing lanes hit another sedan going straight. Both drivers and a front-seat passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to face and shoulder. Driver distraction and unsafe speed caused the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 11:07 p.m. The driver of a 2012 Lexus was changing lanes when the right front quarter panel struck the left front bumper of a 2010 Honda traveling straight north. The Lexus driver, a 19-year-old male, and his 21-year-old female front passenger were injured. The passenger suffered face injuries and whiplash, while the driver had shoulder and upper arm injuries with whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with unsafe speed for the passenger's injuries. Both occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the right side doors of the Lexus and the front end of the Honda.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4678498 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Elderly Pedestrian Struck by Bike on East 80 Street

An 87-year-old woman crossing East 80 Street was hit by a bike traveling west. The rider improperly passed and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian suffered a fractured eye injury but remained conscious. The bike showed no damage on impact.

According to the police report, an 87-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 80 Street near York Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a bike traveling westbound. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated eye injury but was conscious and not ejected. The bike had no visible damage after impact. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk at the time. The report highlights driver errors related to improper passing and ignoring traffic controls. No safety equipment was noted for the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677594 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
2
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on York Avenue

A taxi struck a sedan from behind on York Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered concussions and injuries to the head and shoulder. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on York Avenue rear-ended a sedan also traveling north. The sedan’s 63-year-old female driver and 41-year-old female front passenger were injured, both sustaining concussions and bodily injuries to the head and shoulder. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The taxi’s front end and the sedan’s rear end were damaged. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. Neither occupant was ejected. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to safety equipment or victim actions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4676574 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Moped Strikes Woman Crossing East 70th

A moped hit a 57-year-old woman crossing East 70th Street in Manhattan. She suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and a concussion. The driver faced limited view and unsafe lane changing. The pedestrian was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a moped traveling east on East 70th Street struck a 57-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by obstructed views and unsafe lane changes in Manhattan traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4675736 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 36-year-old man was struck by an e-scooter while crossing East 71 Street at an intersection. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, causing the collision.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by an e-scooter traveling north on East 71 Street near 1 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and disregard of traffic control as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The e-scooter struck the pedestrian at its center front end. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians at intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4675732 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 65-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by an e-bike traveling south on 2 Avenue. The rider struck her at the center front end. She suffered a head injury and fractures. The e-bike was moving at unsafe speed.

According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 2 Avenue at East 68 Street with the signal. She was struck by an e-bike traveling south, which hit her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and fractures, described as distorted and dislocated. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The e-bike rider was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The collision caused significant injury to the pedestrian, highlighting the dangers posed by speeding e-bikes in Manhattan intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4674067 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing

A Honda sedan turned left on East 60th Street. Its bumper hit a 39-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The driver followed too close and failed to yield.

A 39-year-old woman was struck by a Honda sedan while crossing East 60th Street with the signal. According to the police report, the sedan turned left and its right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing her to fall and suffer a bleeding head injury. The woman remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed. The impact left blood on the asphalt. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4673716 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Distracted Driver Strikes Woman at East End

A car hit a 62-year-old woman at East 81st and East End. She bled from the head. She stayed conscious. The driver, distracted, kept north. The street was silent. Blood marked the crossing. The city watched and waited.

A 62-year-old woman walking at the corner of East 81st Street and East End Avenue was struck by a car. She suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The driver did not swerve and continued northbound after the impact. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian as contributing factors. The scene was marked by silence and blood on the street. No vehicle type or further driver details were provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4671719 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Pedestrian Hit by Sedan on Slippery Street

A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk on East 96 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was unconscious with full-body injuries. Limited view and slippery pavement contributed. Two sedans traveling east collided with the pedestrian.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing East 96 Street in Manhattan outside a crosswalk. He was unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Two sedans traveling east were involved. The point of impact on the striking vehicle was the left front quarter panel. Contributing factors listed include 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Unsafe Speed' for the drivers, along with 'Pavement Slippery' affecting the pedestrian's footing. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. The report does not list any driver license issues. The collision caused serious injury but does not assign fault to the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670879 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Taxi Hits Bicyclist on East 73 Street

A taxi making a left turn struck a northbound bicyclist on East 73 Street in Manhattan. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. The driver showed inexperience and unsafe speed at impact.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on East 73 Street was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bicyclist. The 23-year-old male cyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained facial injuries, including minor bleeding. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi's left front bumper struck the right side doors of the bike. The cyclist was in shock and injured but survived. The driver was licensed and male. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670922 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan Lane Change Hits Sedan on East 61 Street

Two sedans collided on East 61 Street near FDR Drive in Manhattan. One driver, 21, was injured and semiconscious with leg wounds. Police noted alcohol involvement. The crash involved a lane change and right rear impact. Both vehicles traveled north.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 61 Street near FDR Drive in Manhattan. The 21-year-old male driver of the Mazda was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was semiconscious after the crash. The Mercedes driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred, impacting the right rear bumper of the Mazda. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The Mercedes driver’s lane change caused the crash. The injured driver was not wearing safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4668210 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Tire Blowout Slams Sedan on FDR Drive

A tire burst. The Honda veered. Steel screamed. The front crashed. Doors crumpled. The driver bled from the face, trapped but awake. Two rode in the car. The road was empty. Metal and blood marked the night.

A sedan traveling northbound on FDR Drive suffered a tire failure. According to the police report, 'A tire blew. The Honda veered. Steel shrieked. The front slammed, doors folded.' The crash left the 30-year-old driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious and strapped in. The car carried two occupants. The police report lists 'Tire Failure/Inadequate' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The point of impact was the center front end, with damage to the left side doors. The crash unfolded in seconds, leaving injury and wreckage behind.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4666962 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07