Crash Count for Precinct 32
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,982
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,066
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 272
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 28
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 4
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 5, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 32?

Blood on Lenox: Leadership’s Silence Kills

Blood on Lenox: Leadership’s Silence Kills

Precinct 32: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025

The Slow March of Harm

In Precinct 32, the numbers do not lie. Four people killed. Twenty-eight left with serious injuries. Over a thousand hurt since 2022. The dead include a three-year-old girl, struck while crossing with the signal at Lenox and 135th. Her mother survived with wounds. The SUV kept turning. The street kept moving. NYC Open Data

A 59-year-old man on a bike was crushed by a bus at Lenox and 138th. A forty-two-year-old motorcyclist died on Harlem River Drive. These are not numbers. They are lives, gone in the space between one green light and the next.

The Role of Leadership: Action and Silence

Local leaders have tools. They have choices. The city now has the power to lower speed limits. The law lets them set 20 mph as the default. But the limit still stands above that on most streets. The police can crack down on speeding, failure to yield, reckless turns. They can target the corners where blood stains the crosswalks. They can act, or they can wait.

The numbers show the cost of waiting. In the last twelve months, one person killed, ten seriously hurt, 282 injured. The toll falls hardest on the young and the old. Twenty-two children hurt. Twenty-seven seniors. The streets do not forgive.

The System Fails the Vulnerable

Most injuries come from cars and SUVs. Out of all pedestrian injuries, 178 were caused by cars and SUVs, 18 by trucks and buses, 8 by bikes, and 6 by mopeds. The weight of steel wins every time. NYC Open Data

When leaders cut corners, people pay. When the city delays, families grieve. The numbers do not change until the streets do.

“We want a real solution to the bike and pedestrian safety issue” said CB 5 Vice Chair Samir Lavingia.

“I think we all know [cyclists] are going to be there anyway, whether you accommodate them or not” said CB 5 Transportation Committee Chair David Sigman.

The Call: Demand Action Now

This is not fate. This is policy. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand lower speed limits. Demand enforcement at the corners where people die. Demand streets that put people before traffic. Every day of delay is another day someone does not come home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 32 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Manhattan, city council district District 9, assembly district AD 70 and state senate district SD 30.
Which areas are in Precinct 32?
It includes the Harlem (North) and Manhattan CB10 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council District District 9, Assembly Districts AD 70 and AD 71, and State Senate District SD 30.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 32?
Cars and Trucks: 178 injuries and 1 death from cars and SUVs; 18 injuries from trucks and buses. Mopeds: 6 injuries. Bikes: 8 injuries. The vast majority of harm comes from cars and trucks. (NYC Open Data)
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 32 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and target known crash hotspots. They can issue tickets for speeding and failure to yield. They can respond to dangerous conditions before someone is hurt. The tools are there. It takes will to use them.
Are crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
Crashes are preventable. Lower speeds, better street design, and enforcement save lives. The numbers drop when leaders act.
What can local politicians do?
They can lower speed limits, fund safer street designs, and demand enforcement that protects people walking and biking. They can listen to residents and act before the next tragedy.
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.

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Other Representatives

Jordan Wright
Assembly Member Jordan Wright
District 70
District Office:
163 W. 125th St. Suite 911, New York, NY 10027
Legislative Office:
Room 532, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Yusef Salaam
Council Member Yusef Salaam
District 9
District Office:
163 Lenox Avenue, New York, NY 10026
212-678-4505
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1776, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7397
Twitter: CMYusefSalaam
Cordell Cleare
State Senator Cordell Cleare
District 30
District Office:
Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building 163 W. 125th St., Suite 912, New York, NY 10027
Legislative Office:
Room 905, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 32 Police Precinct 32 sits in Manhattan, District 9, AD 70, SD 30.

It contains Manhattan CB10, Harlem (North).

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 32

SUV Hits Pedestrian at West 145 Street

A 20-year-old woman was struck by an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and upper leg injuries. The impact came from the vehicle’s left front bumper.

According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn on West 145 Street when it struck a 20-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4605049 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Left Turn Hits Bicyclist on West 147 Street

A sedan making a left turn struck a northbound bicyclist on West 147 Street. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The bicyclist remained conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on West 147 Street was hit by a 2022 Dodge sedan making a left turn southeast. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors twice, indicating driver errors related to vehicle operation. Additionally, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was noted, but no helmet or signaling issues were mentioned. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The bicyclist was unhelmeted but this was not cited as a contributing factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4605048 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Collision

A 39-year-old man on an e-scooter was injured on West 135 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue. The scooter driver suffered bruises and leg injuries after a vehicle made a right turn too close. The impact damaged the scooter’s left side doors.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 135 Street in Manhattan involving an e-scooter and another vehicle. The 39-year-old e-scooter driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the vehicle made a right turn too close to the scooter. The vehicle struck the scooter on its left side doors, damaging its left side. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turns in busy city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4605040 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Makes U-Turn, Injures Pedestrian Crossing

An SUV made a U-turn on Edgecombe Avenue. A 55-year-old woman crossed in a marked crosswalk without signal. The vehicle struck her, causing a shoulder and upper arm contusion. She remained conscious but injured at the scene.

According to the police report, an SUV traveling north on Edgecombe Avenue made a U-turn. A 55-year-old female pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when the vehicle struck her. She suffered a contusion and bruise to her shoulder and upper arm and was conscious at the time of the report. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, but the vehicle's pre-crash action was making a U-turn. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by vehicle maneuvers in pedestrian areas.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4602371 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Lenox Avenue

A 29-year-old man was struck while crossing Lenox Avenue with the signal. The driver, traveling south, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his abdomen and pelvis, left in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Lenox Avenue while crossing with the signal. The driver, traveling straight ahead southbound, impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to the abdomen and pelvis, resulting in serious injury and shock. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash was caused by the driver's distraction and failure to yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4598451 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Unlicensed Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing

A 16-year-old girl was struck at an intersection on West 131 Street. The sedan, driven by an unlicensed woman making a left turn, hit the pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. Driver distraction was a factor.

According to the police report, a 16-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 131 Street with the signal in Manhattan. The crash involved a 2017 Honda sedan traveling south, driven by an unlicensed female driver making a left turn. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a bruise but was not ejected. The driver’s unlicensed status and distraction were key errors noted in the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4600254 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger

A sedan traveling south was struck on its left front bumper by an SUV making a left turn westbound on 7 Avenue. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight south on 7 Avenue was impacted on its left front bumper by an SUV making a left turn westbound. The collision injured a 30-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger seat of the sedan. He sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4594800 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on West 143 Street

A 52-year-old woman was struck while crossing West 143 Street with the signal. The driver of a 2019 Infiniti convertible was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. No visible complaints were reported.

According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 143 Street and 8 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal when a 2019 Infiniti convertible traveling north struck her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead. No other vehicles were damaged. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4594803 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal

A 15-year-old boy was hit on West 145 Street while crossing with the signal. The SUV was making a left turn. The boy suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The vehicle's left front bumper struck him outside an intersection.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was injured on West 145 Street while crossing with the signal. The driver, a licensed male in a 2017 Chevrolet SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle's left front bumper struck the pedestrian. The boy sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with damage to the vehicle's left front quarter panel. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing legally.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4590326 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUVs Collide on 7 Avenue, Driver Injured

Two SUVs crashed on 7 Avenue. One driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries, plus whiplash. Both vehicles hit front and side. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. Police cited other vehicular factors and unspecified causes.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 7 Avenue. The driver of one SUV, a 33-year-old woman, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The collision involved a vehicle traveling south going straight ahead and another making a left turn traveling west. The point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. Contributing factors listed include "Other Vehicular" and "Unspecified." No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4586031 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Vehicle Strikes Woman on West 141 Street

A westbound vehicle hit a 64-year-old woman in the roadway near Saint Nicholas Avenue. She suffered a head contusion but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The crash left her bruised and shaken.

According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a vehicle traveling west on West 141 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The vehicle hit her with its center front end while she was in the roadway, not at an intersection. The woman suffered a head contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified causes. No information on the vehicle type or driver was provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4585635 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Distracted Sedan Hits Bicyclist on 8th Avenue

A sedan struck a 22-year-old bicyclist on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed. The bicyclist remained conscious and was not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 8th Avenue collided with a northbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The sedan was slowing or stopping when the collision occurred, impacting the right front bumper. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s distraction played a key role in the crash. The bicyclist was wearing no listed safety equipment relevant to the crash. No other factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4606908 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Merging Strikes Bicyclist on West 129 Street

A 21-year-old bicyclist was partially ejected and injured on West 129 Street. The sedan merged into the cyclist’s path, hitting the bike’s left front quarter panel. The rider suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a sedan merging westbound on West 129 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred on the bike’s left front quarter panel. The 21-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error related to vehicle movement. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2021 BMW. No damage was reported on the sedan, suggesting the impact was primarily to the bicycle. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4584529 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Bradhurst Avenue

A 58-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan on Bradhurst Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The sedan hit the pedestrian’s right front quarter panel.

According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Bradhurst Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash involved a 2017 Subaru sedan traveling southbound, which struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal at the time of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4583304 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
16-Year-Old Bicyclist Ejected in SUV Collision

A 16-year-old female bicyclist was ejected after colliding with a parked SUV on Saint Nicholas Avenue. She suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash involved confusion or error by the bicyclist. The SUV was damaged on its left side doors.

According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist traveling south on Saint Nicholas Avenue collided with a parked 2014 SUV. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left side doors, and the bicyclist's bike was damaged on the left front bumper. The SUV driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4581271 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal Manhattan

A 21-year-old woman was struck while crossing West 145 Street at 9:45 a.m. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's front center.

According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 145 Street and 8 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The driver, traveling straight ahead, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a bruise but was not ejected. The report does not specify vehicle type or driver details.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4580500 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on 8 Avenue

A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing 8 Avenue with the signal. The SUV made a left turn and hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 8 Avenue with the signal. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle's left front bumper struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her hip and upper leg but was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are noted. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not ejected and no safety equipment is mentioned.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4576095 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on West 140 Street

A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 140 Street. The SUV driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver followed too closely. Both vehicles traveled east. Impact hit the SUV’s left rear bumper and sedan’s front right.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east rear-ended a parked SUV on West 140 Street. The SUV driver, a 27-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The sedan’s front right bumper struck the left rear bumper of the SUV. The SUV was stationary before the crash. The sedan driver held a permit license. The injured occupant was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances even when the lead vehicle is parked.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4571613 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Driver Injured in Chain Crash on West 155

Three sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver suffered neck injury and shock. Rear-end impacts marked the crash. Driver distraction played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.

According to the police report, three sedans crashed on West 155 Street in Manhattan. A 37-year-old male driver was injured, suffering neck pain and shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Impact points included left rear bumper, center front end, and right rear quarter panel. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Driver inattention and distraction led to the chain collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4569174 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Hits 11-Year-Old Crossing With Signal

An 11-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on West 135 Street. The driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash happened at an intersection while the boy crossed legally.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on West 135 Street struck an 11-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The child sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, described as contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The pedestrian was not ejected and was injured but not fatally harmed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4572420 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12