Crash Count for Precinct 19
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,637
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,642
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 428
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 50
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 12
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 6, 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
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 19

SUV Hits Bicyclist on York Avenue

A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on York Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV struck him with its right front bumper. Limited view contributed to the crash. The cyclist suffered bruises and leg injuries but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on York Avenue involving a 2019 SUV and a 27-year-old male bicyclist. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The SUV struck the cyclist with its right front bumper while both were traveling southbound. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both the driver and the bicyclist. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead. No other driver errors were noted. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused visible damage to the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's front end.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4620168 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th

A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.

A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4616737 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist on East 67th

An SUV hit a woman on a bike at East 67th and 2nd. She flew, landed headfirst. Blood pooled. She stayed conscious, breathing, cut deep. The driver was distracted. The street offered no protection. Metal met flesh. The city kept moving.

A woman riding a bike was struck by an SUV at East 67th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the SUV's front hit the cyclist, ejecting her and causing severe head lacerations. She was conscious and breathing at the scene. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood on the pavement and deep cuts. The SUV sustained damage to the right front bumper. The impact highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4611256 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Right Turn Strikes Northbound Bicyclist

A 42-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and injured in a collision on East 77 Street. The SUV made a right turn, hitting the cyclist head-on. The rider suffered shoulder and upper arm contusions but remained conscious and helmeted.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on East 77 Street was struck by a 2019 Mazda SUV making a right turn eastbound. The cyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and bruises to his shoulder and upper arm. The SUV's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, while the bike was hit at its center front end. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet and remained conscious after the crash. The report notes the SUV driver was licensed, but the bicyclist was unlicensed. No specific contributing factors were listed, but the collision occurred during the SUV's right turn, indicating a failure to yield or check for bicyclists may have played a role.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4611297 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Box Truck Hits Sedan Changing Lanes

A box truck struck a sedan on East 60 Street in Manhattan. The sedan driver, 22, suffered back injuries but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles traveled west when the collision occurred.

According to the police report, a box truck changing lanes collided with a sedan going straight ahead on East 60 Street in Manhattan. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the sedan and the right front bumper of the truck. The sedan driver, a 22-year-old male, was injured with back trauma but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The contributing factor listed was failure to yield right-of-way by one of the drivers. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles westbound. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4609226 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Bus Rear Wheels Crush Woman’s Leg

A bus turned right at Fifth Avenue and East 60th. Its rear wheels caught a 69-year-old woman. Her leg was crushed beneath the weight. She lay broken on the pavement. The bus rolled on, untouched. The city swallowed her pain.

A bus struck a 69-year-old woman at the corner of Fifth Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the bus turned right and its rear wheels crushed the woman’s leg as she crossed at the intersection. She suffered severe crush injuries to her lower leg and foot. The bus sustained no damage. The driver, a 55-year-old man, reported chest pain but remained conscious. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. The violence of the turn left a pedestrian broken on the street, while the bus continued on, unscathed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4608006 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Collision Injures Front Passenger

Seven vehicles collided on FDR Drive. A 33-year-old female front passenger suffered a head abrasion. All vehicles were traveling south, striking front to back. The injured occupant was not ejected. Driver errors were unspecified in the report.

According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash occurred on FDR Drive involving seven vehicles all traveling south. The collision involved SUVs and sedans striking each other front to back. A 33-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining a head abrasion. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The injured occupant's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4607159 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on 3 Avenue

A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The 22-year-old rider was ejected and suffered chest injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely and inattention. The cyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 3 Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist also traveling east. The 22-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained chest contusions. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and driver inattention or distraction. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The impact occurred at the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4605037 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on East 73 Street

A northbound SUV struck the rear of a northbound sedan on East 73 Street. The sedan’s driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. Driver distraction caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 2016 Chevrolet SUV traveling north on East 73 Street rear-ended a 2018 Volvo sedan also heading north. The sedan’s 35-year-old male driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged at its center back end; the SUV was damaged at its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed. The sedan driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4603349 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Pick-up Truck

A 59-year-old woman crossing East 66 Street was struck by a backing pick-up truck. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact caused bruising and pain.

According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 66 Street with the signal. She was hit by a pick-up truck backing westbound. The driver was identified as inattentive and distracted, which contributed to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a moderate injury severity. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4602527 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive

Two sedans collided on FDR Drive at night. The left rear quarter panel of one car struck the left front bumper of the other. A 19-year-old male driver suffered full-body injuries and shock. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided at 8:59 p.m. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of a 2002 Toyota and the left front bumper of a 2007 Mercedes. A 19-year-old male driver was injured, suffering injuries to his entire body and experiencing shock. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. The injured occupant was not ejected and had no visible complaints. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4601775 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 29-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck her at East 84 Street and 2 Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. She was left in shock and pain.

According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV making a left turn on East 84 Street struck a 29-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal when the collision occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4599699 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 57-year-old man was struck on East 84 Street while crossing with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, hit him center front. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. Driver distraction and limited view contributed.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on East 84 Street struck a 57-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The crash occurred at the intersection, with the point of impact at the vehicle's center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a view that was obstructed or limited. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal at the time of the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4599733 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Inexperienced E-Bike Rider Strikes Pedestrian

An e-bike hit a 49-year-old man mid-block on East 74th. The front end slammed him. Blood poured from his face. He stayed awake. The rider was new. The street fell silent after.

A 49-year-old pedestrian was struck by an e-bike traveling south, mid-block on East 74th Street. According to the police report, 'Mid-block on East 74th Street, a 49-year-old man was struck by an e-bike heading south. The front end hit him square. Blood spilled from his face. He stayed conscious. The rider was new.' The man suffered severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. No other actions by the pedestrian contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger when inexperienced riders operate e-bikes on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4599703 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive

A taxi struck a sedan from behind on FDR Drive late at night. Two rear passengers in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash caused damage to the taxi’s center back and the sedan’s right front bumper.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on FDR Drive rear-ended a sedan also heading south. The point of impact was the taxi’s center back end and the sedan’s right front bumper. Two male rear passengers in the sedan, both 42 years old, were injured with neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused moderate injuries to the sedan’s passengers and damage to both vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4600720 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider

A sedan made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter on East 71 Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan showed no damage. Improper lane usage was a factor.

According to the police report, a 57-year-old male e-scooter rider was injured when a 2019 sedan made a left turn and collided with him on East 71 Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider was ejected from his vehicle and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan had no visible damage. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the sedan operator during the turn. The e-scooter rider was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4598478 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 33-year-old man was struck by a taxi on East 76 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the taxi, traveling east, hit him with its front center. The man suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on East 76 Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near York Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The impact occurred at the center front end of the taxi. The pedestrian was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4599726 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing 1 Avenue

A 53-year-old woman was struck by a taxi making a left turn on 1 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when the taxi driver, distracted, hit her in the head. She suffered bruising and remained conscious.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling northwest on 1 Avenue made a left turn and struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The taxi had no visible damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The impact occurred at the center front end of the taxi.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4598312 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing York Avenue

A 35-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing York Avenue with the signal. The driver, making a left turn, hit her with the right front bumper. She suffered facial contusions and remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old female pedestrian was injured on York Avenue while crossing with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Dodge SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the impact. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone at the time of the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597171 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal

A 68-year-old woman was struck by a northbound sedan on East 78 Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection.

According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2019 Ford sedan traveling north on East 78 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The driver’s contributing factor was listed as Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was in shock, with minor bleeding reported. The sedan showed no damage despite impact to its left front quarter panel. The driver was licensed and the vehicle was previously parked before the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4693355 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13