Crash Count for Precinct 20
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,338
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 746
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 201
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 15
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 6
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 20?

Three Dead on the Upper West Side. Who’s Next?

Three Dead on the Upper West Side. Who’s Next?

Precinct 20: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025

The Toll: Lives Lost, Bodies Broken

A man steps into the crosswalk at Broadway and West 86th. An SUV keeps going. He does not get up. He is 57. The record says “crush injuries.” Another day, another body on the street. In the last twelve months, three people have died in Precinct 20. Seven more suffered serious injuries. Two of the dead were over 65. One was 55. The old do not walk fast enough for the city.

A cyclist, 74, is struck by a bus at West End Avenue and 70th. Helmet or not, it does not matter. He is gone. The numbers do not show the blood on the street, or the silence after. In total: 200 injured, 3 dead, 7 seriously hurt in just one year. The disaster moves slow, but it does not stop. NYC Open Data

Leadership: Words, Laws, and the Waiting

The city says it will act. The mayor calls traffic violence a crime. The police promise to be “highly visible” and “take appropriate enforcement action” said Commissioner Caban. But the dead do not see police at the corner. The city passed Sammy’s Law. The council can lower the speed limit to 20 mph. They have not done it yet. Cameras catch speeders, but the law that keeps them running is always about to expire. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program is gone. No more mandatory safety courses for repeat offenders.

Families march. They hold signs with names. “This epidemic is preventable. It doesn’t have to be this way,” said Darnell Sealy-McCrorey. The city listens, then waits.

The Role of Precinct 20: Power and Responsibility

Precinct 20 can act. They can ticket speeders. They can crack down on drivers who fail to yield. They can target the corners where bodies fall. They have the tools. They need only to use them. Every delay is another name on the list.

What Comes Next: No More Waiting

Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph limit. Demand speed cameras stay on. Demand Precinct 20 enforce the law.

The city will not save you unless you make it. The dead cannot speak. You must.

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Linda Rosenthal
Assembly Member Linda Rosenthal
District 67
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Gale A. Brewer
Council Member Gale A. Brewer
District 6
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Brad Hoylman-Sigal
State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal
District 47
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Room 310, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
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Precinct 20 Police Precinct 20 sits in Manhattan, District 6, AD 67, SD 47.

It contains Manhattan CB7, Upper West Side-Lincoln Square, Upper West Side (Central).

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 20

SUV Driver Distracted, Turns Improperly on Broadway

A 64-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV collision on Broadway. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper during a lane change. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the crash, trapping the occupant inside.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:26 AM on Broadway near West 63rd Street in Manhattan. The single vehicle involved was a 2022 SUV traveling northbound, driven by a 64-year-old man from New Jersey. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. The driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the vehicle's left front bumper and causing center front-end damage. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was trapped inside the vehicle and sustained abrasions to his face and emotional shock. He was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report highlights driver errors without attributing fault to any other party.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4779591 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Taxi Turns, Strikes Man Off Roadway at Amsterdam

A taxi turned right at Amsterdam Avenue, its front end colliding with a man standing off the roadway. Blood pooled. The man, conscious, lay broken on the street, pain radiating through his body. The cab’s failure left him hurt and awake.

A taxi making a right turn at the corner of W 65th Street and Amsterdam Avenue struck a 36-year-old man who, according to the police report, was 'not in roadway' and 'stood off the roadway.' The front of the cab hit the pedestrian, causing severe bleeding and injuries across his entire body. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The man remained conscious but was left injured and bleeding in the street. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions as contributing to the crash. The collision underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to yield, even to those not occupying the roadway.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4779994 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Driver Ejected in Henry Hudson Parkway Crash

A 24-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured after colliding with a sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. The rider suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries, remaining conscious at the scene. The crash occurred during a merging maneuver at night.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male moped driver, helmeted and licensed in New York, was involved in a collision with a sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway around 9 PM. The moped was traveling northeast and merging when the crash occurred, impacting the center back end of the moped. The rider was ejected from the vehicle and sustained abrasions and upper arm injuries, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver remained conscious after the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors for the crash, but the merging maneuver preceding the collision suggests driver error related to vehicle positioning or failure to yield. No factors related to the victim's actions were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4777620 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Left-Turning Driver Hits Pedestrian on Broadway

A driver turned left on Broadway, failed to yield, and struck a 23-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered full-body injuries and shock. The crash left her in pain. The car showed no damage.

According to the police report, a vehicle making a left turn on Broadway at West 66th Street in Manhattan failed to yield right-of-way and struck a 23-year-old woman. She was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, underscoring driver error. The vehicle showed no visible damage, suggesting a low-speed impact. No other factors, such as pedestrian behavior or safety equipment, were cited in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773076 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Two Sedans Collide on Henry Hudson Parkway

Two sedans traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway collided. The impact struck the right rear bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 62-year-old male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries, experiencing shock and pain.

According to the police report, two sedans were traveling northbound on Henry Hudson Parkway near West 79th Street when they collided. The point of impact was the right rear bumper of a 2006 Mercedes sedan and the left front bumper of a 2022 Infiniti sedan. The 62-year-old male driver of the Mercedes, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the collision but does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4772318 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Pedestrian at Intersection

An SUV making a U-turn struck a 29-year-old woman crossing Broadway at W 63rd Street. The pedestrian, crossing with the signal, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s failure to yield and inexperience caused the collision.

According to the police report, a 2016 Nissan SUV was making a U-turn on Broadway near W 63rd Street in Manhattan at 9:36 p.m. The vehicle struck a 29-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s actions beyond crossing with the signal.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770867 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Taxi Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Columbus

Taxi hit a 26-year-old bicyclist on Columbus Avenue. The cyclist was thrown, suffering abrasions to his knee, leg, and foot. Police cite failure to yield. Bike overturned. Cyclist in shock. System failed to protect.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling southbound collided with a northbound bicyclist near 284 Columbus Avenue in Manhattan at 3:08 PM. The 26-year-old male cyclist was thrown from his bike, which overturned on impact. He suffered abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the taxi driver as the contributing factor. The taxi showed no damage; the bike was overturned. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. The crash underscores the danger cyclists face when drivers fail to yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769021 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Drivers Crash on Henry Hudson Parkway

SUV and sedan collided northbound on Henry Hudson Parkway. Both drivers distracted. SUV driver, woman, 56, suffered back injury and whiplash. Impact struck bumpers. Distraction led to pain and metal.

According to the police report, a northbound SUV and sedan collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. The 56-year-old female SUV driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers as the cause. The SUV hit the sedan's rear bumper with its front. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. The crash shows the danger when drivers lose focus, as listed in the report. No other contributing factors were recorded.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771531 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Turning Taxi Strikes Elderly Cyclist From Behind

An 81-year-old woman pedaled east on Columbus. A taxi turned, struck her rear wheel, sent her flying. Blood pooled. She stayed conscious. Distraction behind the wheel. The street did not stop. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.

According to the police report, an 81-year-old woman riding a bike eastbound on Columbus Avenue at West 65th Street was struck from behind by a taxi making a left turn. The report states the taxi's right front bumper collided with the rear wheel of the cyclist, ejecting her from the bike. She suffered severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the crash. The narrative describes the cab striking the cyclist from behind, emphasizing distraction behind the wheel as a key element. No contributing factors are attributed to the cyclist. The report details the impact and injury, highlighting the systemic danger posed by inattentive drivers operating large vehicles in busy city corridors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768024 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash

A 79-year-old woman driving a sedan on Broadway suffered back injuries after a collision. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash. The vehicle struck with its right front bumper, damaging the center front end.

At 11:56 AM on Broadway near West 77 Street in Manhattan, a 79-year-old female driver operating a 2023 Ford sedan was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the driver was the sole occupant and was wearing a lap belt. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the collision. The vehicle was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when the impact occurred at the right front bumper, resulting in damage to the center front end. The driver sustained back injuries and was semiconscious but not ejected from the vehicle. No other parties were involved or injured. The data highlights driver error as the cause, with no mention of victim fault or external factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766472 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Sedan Collision

A 30-year-old female bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries and shock after colliding with two sedans near West 72 Street in Manhattan. The sedans impacted her bike’s left and right sides, causing pain and confusion at the scene.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old female bicyclist traveling eastbound was injured in a collision involving two sedans near West 72 Street in Manhattan at 11:30 AM. The bicyclist sustained upper arm injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The sedans, both operated by licensed male drivers, had points of impact on their left and right side doors respectively, with one sedan parked and the other traveling straight ahead. Contributing factors cited include 'Other Vehicular' errors and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' highlighting driver-related failures in managing the interaction with the bicyclist. Vehicle damage was noted on one sedan's right side doors, while the bike showed no damage. The report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the bicyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766469 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Ejects Manhattan Bicyclist

A 53-year-old female bicyclist was violently ejected and suffered a neck fracture in Manhattan. The crash occurred near West 76 Street. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the collision, with no vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a 53-year-old female bicyclist was injured and ejected from her bike at Eastbound near West 76 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a neck fracture, dislocation, and distortion, classified as injury severity level 3. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to maintain focus. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of the bike, traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred on the left side doors. No damage was reported to the involved vehicles, and no other contributing factors were specified. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver error as the cause.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4762891 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
15-Year-Old Bicyclist Ejected on Riverside Drive

A 15-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury on Riverside Drive. The crash caused a concussion and left him injured but conscious. The bike’s front center end was damaged in the impact, highlighting a violent collision.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old male bicyclist riding northbound on Riverside Drive was ejected from his bike and sustained a head injury classified as a concussion. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but suffered significant injury severity rated at level 3. The bike sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a direct impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or other vehicles involved. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The absence of detailed contributing factors in the report points to a violent single-vehicle incident with serious consequences for the vulnerable rider.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764420 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Taxi Hits Pedestrian on West 83rd Street

A taxi struck a 23-year-old woman crossing West 83rd. She suffered knee, leg, and foot injuries. She was conscious, complained of whiplash. The crash happened at night. No driver errors listed.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling westbound on West 83rd Street in Manhattan struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian. She was crossing against the signal and was hit by the taxi's left front bumper. The woman suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. She was conscious at the scene. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The only contributing factor noted is the pedestrian crossing against the signal. The taxi had no damage and the driver was licensed and operating legally. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4760170 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Working on Road

A distracted driver struck a pedestrian working in the roadway on West 77 Street in Manhattan. Both the pedestrian and a vehicle occupant suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The crash involved two sedans and occurred in the evening rush hour.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:21 on West 77 Street near Columbus Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved two sedans traveling westbound. The driver of one sedan was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' a primary contributing factor. The pedestrian, a 51-year-old woman working in the roadway, sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. A 51-year-old male occupant riding outside one of the vehicles also suffered similar injuries. The report notes the point of impact as the center front end of the moving sedan striking the pedestrian. No contributing factors were assigned to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and its severe impact on vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756680 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Cyclist Ejected on Defective Pavement Injury

A 35-year-old male cyclist was ejected and injured on West 79 Street. The crash involved a single bike traveling south. Defective pavement caused the rider to lose control, resulting in chest injuries and internal complaints.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old male bicyclist riding south on West 79 Street was ejected from his bike due to defective pavement. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' twice as contributing factors, indicating road conditions caused the crash. The cyclist sustained chest injuries and internal complaints, classified as injury severity level 3. The bike's point of impact was the center front end, and the vehicle damage was noted as 'Other.' The rider was not wearing any safety equipment. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, as this was a single-vehicle crash. The defective pavement created a hazardous condition that led directly to the bicyclist's ejection and injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753608 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal

A 68-year-old woman suffered full-body abrasions after a moped traveling south on Columbus Avenue hit her at the intersection with West 72 Street. The driver’s unsafe speed and inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian injured but conscious.

According to the police report, a moped traveling southbound on Columbus Avenue struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 72 Street around 12:55 PM. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over her entire body and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors in the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which was going straight ahead at the time. The pedestrian's crossing against the signal is noted but the primary causes cited are the driver's unsafe speed and inattention, emphasizing the systemic danger posed by driver errors in this incident.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4747296 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUVs Collide on Broadway, Two Passengers Hurt

Two men riding as passengers suffered neck and shoulder injuries when two SUVs crashed on Broadway. The impact struck doors and quarter panel. Both victims remained conscious. Serious injuries. Streets stayed dangerous.

According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Broadway near West 86 Street collided at 13:35. The crash hit the left side doors of a 2011 Nissan SUV and the right front quarter panel of a 2022 Porsche SUV. Two male passengers, both 32, were injured—one in the front passenger seat, the other in the left rear. Both suffered serious injuries: whiplash and upper arm trauma. The report lists no contributing factors for the victims. No ejections occurred. The police report does not cite specific driver errors or contributing factors, but the force of the crash left both passengers hurt. The data shows the ongoing risk for those riding inside vehicles on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746963 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Chevy SUV Strikes Woman in Crosswalk

A Chevy SUV hit a 31-year-old woman at West End Avenue and West 64th Street. She fell, blood pooling beneath her head. The front grill bore the mark. The street held her silence. Shock widened her eyes as sirens approached.

A 31-year-old woman was struck by a Chevy SUV while in the crosswalk at West End Avenue and West 64th Street in Manhattan, according to the police report. The report describes the woman lying in shock, bleeding from the head, with severe lacerations. The SUV's center front end bore visible damage. Police note the pedestrian was at the intersection, engaged in 'other actions in roadway.' The driver was traveling straight ahead in an eastbound direction. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the vulnerability of the pedestrian, who suffered significant head injuries. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior are cited beyond her presence in the intersection.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743942 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Self in Manhattan Crash

A sedan driver suffered whole-body injuries after colliding with a taxi on Amsterdam Avenue. The impact struck the sedan’s left front bumper and the taxi’s right rear quarter panel. Driver inattention caused the crash, leaving the driver in shock and pain.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Amsterdam Avenue near West 83 Street in Manhattan at 10:30 AM. The collision involved a sedan traveling west and a taxi heading north. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan driver, an 18-year-old female, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The sedan driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The data highlights driver distraction as the primary cause of the crash, with no contributing factors attributed to the victim’s behavior.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743205 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04