Crash Count for Precinct 23
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,933
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,474
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 404
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 22
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 6
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 30, 2025
Carnage in Precinct 23
Detailed breakdowns aren’t yet available for this year slice; totals below reflect the selected window.
Killed 6
+1
Crush Injuries 6
Lower leg/foot 2
Whole body 2
Head 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Severe Bleeding 10
Head 7
+2
Lower leg/foot 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Whole body 1
Severe Lacerations 5
Head 4
Lower arm/hand 1
Concussion 17
Head 14
+9
Face 2
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Whiplash 54
Neck 26
+21
Back 16
+11
Head 8
+3
Whole body 4
Lower leg/foot 3
Chest 1
Contusion/Bruise 103
Lower leg/foot 40
+35
Head 14
+9
Lower arm/hand 13
+8
Face 9
+4
Hip/upper leg 8
+3
Shoulder/upper arm 8
+3
Back 7
+2
Abdomen/pelvis 4
Whole body 3
Neck 1
Abrasion 71
Lower leg/foot 30
+25
Lower arm/hand 13
+8
Head 11
+6
Face 7
+2
Back 4
Shoulder/upper arm 3
Chest 2
Hip/upper leg 1
Pain/Nausea 42
Lower leg/foot 9
+4
Head 8
+3
Whole body 7
+2
Neck 6
+1
Lower arm/hand 4
Back 3
Shoulder/upper arm 3
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Hip/upper leg 2
Face 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 30, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 23?

Preventable Speeding in Precinct 23 School Zones

(since 2022)
Blood on the Asphalt, Silence in City Hall

Blood on the Asphalt, Silence in City Hall

Precinct 23: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 12, 2025

The Toll in Blood and Bone

In Precinct 23, the numbers do not lie. Six dead. Sixteen left with serious injuries. Over a thousand hurt since 2022. The bodies are not numbers. They are neighbors, children, elders. They are the man struck dead by a train at 125th Street. Police said, “The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks when officers responded.” No arrests. No answers. Only loss.

Just last month, a 51-year-old man was killed on East 105th. He was on foot, emerging from behind a parked truck. A car hit him. He died in the street. Another man, 60, was left bruised and limping. The road did not forgive.

Who Pays the Price?

Pedestrians and cyclists take the brunt. Cars and trucks killed or injured 176 people. Motorcycles and mopeds, 39. Bikes, 28. The old, the young, the ones just trying to cross. The violence is steady. It does not care about age or time of day.

Leadership: Words and Silence

The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, crack down on failure to yield. They can target the corners where blood pools most often. But the silence is thick. The numbers rise. The dead do not speak.

Local leaders have the power to act. They can demand lower speed limits. They can push for street redesigns. They can fight for enforcement that protects the walker, not the one behind the wheel. But too often, action waits for another body. As one official said after a crash, “There were no arrests in the incident, and it was unclear how the man fell onto the roadbed; police believe there was no criminality.”

What Comes Next

This is not fate. This is policy. Every crash is a choice made by someone in power. The precinct can act. The council can act. The state can act. But only if you make them. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand enforcement. Demand safer streets. Do not wait for another name on the list.

Citations

Citations

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
Twitter: @AMEddieGibbs
Diana Ayala
Council Member Diana Ayala
District 8
District Office:
105 East 116th Street, New York, NY 10029
212-828-9800
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1880, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6960
Jose Serrano
State Senator Jose Serrano
District 29
District Office:
335 E. 100th St., New York, NY 10029
Legislative Office:
Room 418, Capitol Building 172 State St., Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 23 Police Precinct 23 sits in Manhattan, District 8, AD 68, SD 29.

It contains Manhattan CB11, East Harlem (South).

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
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State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 23

22
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction

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

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


21
Stolen Car Kills Two on Bowery Plaza

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

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


20
Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown

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

NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old, unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown while driving a stolen rental. Three months earlier, she allegedly hit a pedestrian in Brooklyn and fled. Police charged her with leaving the scene and aggravated unlicensed operation, but she was released without bail, as the charges were not bail-eligible under state law. The article notes, "The out-of-control driver... had been freed without bail in April after she was arrested for leaving the scene of a crash that badly injured a pedestrian." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat dangerous driving.


17
Inexperienced Driver Injured on Park Avenue

Jul 17 - A 54-year-old man crashed on Park Avenue. He lost consciousness. Head injury. Blood on the street. Police cite driver inexperience. Helmet noted. The city moves on.

A 54-year-old male operator of a motorized vehicle suffered a head injury and minor bleeding after crashing on Park Avenue at East 111th Street. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. Helmet use is noted in the report. No other road users were reported injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828534 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
17
Loose Food Cart Strikes Parked Car in Manhattan

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

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


14
Sedan Strikes Motorized Scooter on Park Ave

Jul 14 - A sedan hit a standing scooter on Park Ave. One man suffered facial injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Three car occupants were also involved. The street saw chaos in a moment’s lapse.

A sedan traveling south on Park Ave collided with a standing motorized scooter at E 110 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, one 34-year-old man driving the scooter was injured, suffering a facial contusion. Three occupants in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, as documented by police.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828556 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
12
Taxi Driver Hurt After SUV Turns Improperly

Jul 12 - A taxi and an SUV collided at 1760 Lexington Ave in Manhattan. The taxi driver, 43, suffered neck pain and whiplash. Police recorded "Turning Improperly" as the cause. Metal and glass met. One man injured.

A taxi and an SUV collided at 1760 Lexington Ave in Manhattan. The taxi driver, a 43-year-old man, was injured and complained of neck pain and whiplash. According to the police report, "Turning Improperly" was listed as the contributing factor. The taxi was traveling south, going straight ahead. The driver in the SUV hit the taxi at its left front bumper. The SUV showed damage to its right front quarter panel and point of impact at its right front bumper. The taxi driver was conscious, not ejected, and reported neck injury. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827082 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
10
SUV Strikes E-Bike on East 111th Street

Jul 10 - SUV hit e-bike. Cyclist thrown, hip bruised. Driver and passenger hurt. Police cite distraction and confusion. Streets remain unforgiving.

An SUV and an e-bike collided on East 111th Street in Manhattan. The 62-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a hip contusion. The SUV driver and a passenger were also injured. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but driver distraction played a key role. No pedestrians were reported injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828512 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
8
Sedan, SUV Crash Injures Front Passenger

Jul 8 - A sedan and an SUV collided on FDR Drive. A 55-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered whiplash and back pain. Police listed no driver errors.

A sedan and an SUV collided on FDR Drive. According to the police report, a 55-year-old woman riding as a front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain and remained conscious. The sedan was traveling northeast and is listed as “Going Straight Ahead”; the sedan’s right front quarter panel carried the point of impact and damage. Both vehicles were registered in Connecticut. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. The injured passenger was recorded as using a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827043 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
4
SUV Left Turn Strikes Cyclist on E 111 St

Jul 4 - SUV turned left, struck a 19-year-old cyclist. The rider was ejected, bruised, conscious. Police cite failure to yield. Metal hit flesh. System failed the vulnerable.

A BMW SUV turned left onto E 111 St and struck a 19-year-old woman riding north on her bike. She was ejected and suffered a contusion to her arm but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The SUV's left front bumper hit the bike's rear. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The cyclist wore no safety equipment, but the primary cause listed was driver error.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828513 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
3
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Madison Avenue Intersection

Jul 3 - A sedan hit a 31-year-old woman at 1468 Madison Ave. She suffered a leg injury. The driver was unhurt. Police list no clear cause. The street remains dangerous.

A sedan traveling north struck a 31-year-old woman at the intersection of 1468 Madison Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained a contusion and injury to her lower leg. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 63-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors were listed in the data. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the persistent risk to pedestrians at city intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825145 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
3
Charges Dropped In Central Park Collision

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

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


2
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan on Madison Ave

Jul 2 - Two sedans collided on Madison Ave. A young passenger and a driver were hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Lives jarred. The street stayed busy.

Two sedans crashed at 1695 Madison Ave in Manhattan. A 20-year-old front passenger suffered a shoulder injury. A 23-year-old driver reported neck pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The crash involved one sedan striking the back of another. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The toll fell on those inside the cars. The street bore the mark of distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825086 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
1
SUV Driver Inattention Injures Passenger on FDR Drive

Jul 1 - SUV and motorcycle collided on FDR Drive. Driver inattention listed. Passenger suffered neck injury. Streets remain unforgiving. Metal meets flesh. System failed to protect.

A collision between an SUV and a motorcycle on FDR Drive left a 37-year-old female passenger injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was cited as a contributing factor. The SUV was traveling north when the crash occurred. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the passenger's injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825394 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
1
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

Jul 1 - E-bike hit a 61-year-old woman in the crosswalk on E 103 St. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered a head injury and lost consciousness. Police cite driver inattention.

A 61-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing E 103 St at Madison Ave in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the e-bike, traveling north, hit her. She suffered a head injury and was found unconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828535 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
29
Distracted Drivers Crash Sedan and Bus on E 115 St

Jun 29 - Two vehicles collided on E 115 St. Driver distraction listed. Two people injured, both in shock. Impact struck front and rear. System failed to protect passengers.

A sedan and a bus crashed on E 115 St at 3rd Ave in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight when distraction led to impact. Two people were injured: a 53-year-old woman suffered back pain, and a 25-year-old man had shoulder injuries. Both reported shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both vehicles. The sedan struck with its right front bumper; the bus was hit at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system left passengers exposed to harm.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828525 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
28
Multiple Hurt as Sedans Strike Taxis on E 100 St

Jun 28 - Sedans slammed into taxis on E 100 St. Four people hurt. Neck, arm, and leg injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and pain in Manhattan.

On E 100 St near 3 Ave, sedans collided with taxis. Four people were injured, suffering neck, arm, and leg injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left several occupants in pain, with whiplash and complaints of nausea. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as documented by the police.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823793 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
27
Van Door Strikes Cyclist on Third Avenue

Jun 27 - A van’s door swung open. A cyclist hit hard. Blood on the face. Shock in the street. Glare and bad lane use listed. Manhattan, night. The system failed the rider.

A van and a bike collided near 1761 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered facial injuries and shock. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. The van was parked, and the cyclist was riding east. The report lists no helmet or signal issues for the cyclist. The crash left the cyclist bleeding and shaken. Systemic failures and driver actions led to harm.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829577 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
26
Sedan Hits Cyclist at Lexington and 106th

Jun 26 - A sedan struck a cyclist at Lexington and 106th. The bike rider was ejected and injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s right front bumper took the hit. The street stayed dangerous.

A sedan traveling west on East 106th Street collided with a southbound cyclist at Lexington Avenue. The 57-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. No injuries were reported for the car’s occupants. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers disregard traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823593 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03
20
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Madison Avenue

Jun 20 - SUV hit parked sedan at 1641 Madison Ave. One driver suffered head injury. Police cite driver distraction. Crash left pain, confusion, and a shaken street.

An SUV traveling north struck a parked sedan at 1641 Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, five people were involved. A 39-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Four other occupants, including two children, reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper hit the sedan's left front quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822015 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-03