Crash Count for Precinct 34
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,350
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,217
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 320
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 24
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 8
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 2, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 34?

Blood on West 181st: Silence Is Killing Us

Blood on West 181st: Silence Is Killing Us

Precinct 34: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025

The Toll on Our Streets

No one is safe on the streets of Precinct 34. In the last twelve months, there have been 672 crashes. 342 people were hurt. Ten were seriously injured. Not one person should have to bleed in the crosswalk or on a bike. But the numbers keep climbing.

Just this week, a cyclist was struck at West 181st and Cabrini. The driver made a U-turn, hit the woman, and ran. The officers checked the victim, then left. The car was abandoned. The driver vanished. A neighbor said, “No one stops at these stop signs. We see people go through these red lights all the time.” Another resident pleaded, “I really want there to be speed humps because it’s just terrifying.”

This is not a fluke. Last year, a 37-year-old cyclist was killed on West 181st. A 15-year-old died on a moped at Saint Nicholas Avenue. A woman lost her life as a passenger when a driver blew through a traffic control. The dead do not get second chances.

Who Pays the Price

SUVs and cars do the most harm. In the last three years, they killed two people and injured over 200 more. Motorcycles and mopeds left dozens hurt. Trucks and buses added to the toll. The victims are young and old: children, seniors, workers, mothers.

The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits. They can ticket reckless drivers. They can target the corners where blood stains the curb. But too often, the response is a shrug.

Leadership: Action or Excuses?

Local leaders have the power to act. The city can lower speed limits. The precinct can crack down on repeat offenders. But change comes slow. The silence is louder than the sirens.

Residents are not waiting. They demand speed humps. They demand enforcement. They demand to live.

Call to Action

If you live here, speak up. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand speed enforcement. Demand safer crossings. Demand action before the next siren is for someone you love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 34 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Manhattan, city council district District 10, assembly district AD 71 and state senate district SD 31.
Which areas are in Precinct 34?
It includes the Washington Heights (North), Inwood, Highbridge Park, Inwood Hill Park, and Manhattan CB12 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council District District 10, Assembly Districts AD 71 and AD 72, and State Senate District SD 31.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 34?
Cars and Trucks: SUVs and sedans killed 2 people and injured over 200. Trucks and buses caused additional injuries. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 4 deaths and dozens of injuries. Bikes: Fewer incidents, but still caused injuries.
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 34 can enforce speed limits, issue tickets for reckless driving and failure to yield, and target known crash hotspots. They can respond to dangerous conditions and act when residents report problems. As one resident said, “No one stops at these stop signs. We see people go through these red lights all the time.”
Are these crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
Most crashes are preventable. Speeding, failure to yield, and reckless driving are choices. Safer street design and enforcement can save lives.
What can local politicians do?
They can lower speed limits, fund safer street designs, and push for stronger enforcement against reckless drivers. They can listen to residents and act before more lives are lost.
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

Al Taylor
Assembly Member Al Taylor
District 71
District Office:
2541-55 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd., New York, NY 10039
Legislative Office:
Room 602, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Carmen De La Rosa
Council Member Carmen De La Rosa
District 10
District Office:
618 W. 177th Street, Ground Floor, New York, NY 10033
917-521-2616
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1880, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7053
Twitter: cndelarosa
Robert Jackson
State Senator Robert Jackson
District 31
District Office:
5030 Broadway Suite 701, New York, NY 10034
Legislative Office:
Room 306, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 34 Police Precinct 34 sits in Manhattan, District 10, AD 71, SD 31.

It contains Manhattan CB12, Washington Heights (North), Inwood, Highbridge Park, Inwood Hill Park.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 34

Pedestrian Injured by Distracted Driver on West 207 Street

A 40-year-old man was struck on West 207 Street. The driver, heading east, hit the pedestrian at the left rear quarter panel. The man suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver showed inattention and inexperience. The victim was conscious.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on West 207 Street after being struck by a vehicle traveling east. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian, a 40-year-old man, sustained back injuries including contusions and bruises and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway at the time of the collision. No other vehicle or driver details were provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629052 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Motorcycle Driver Ejected on Sherman Avenue

A 53-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected on Sherman Avenue in Manhattan. He suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The crash involved a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The rider wore a helmet but sustained serious injuries.

According to the police report, a 53-year-old male motorcycle driver traveling south on Sherman Avenue was ejected after impact. The crash was caused by the driver's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, listed twice as contributing factors. The motorcyclist suffered a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The motorcycle's left front bumper was damaged. The rider was wearing a helmet at the time. The driver held a permit license from New York. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The report highlights the driver's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the key error leading to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4631434 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Improper Turn by SUV Injures Passenger

Two SUVs crashed on Sherman Avenue. One driver turned improperly. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy damage. The street saw pain and metal twisted by error.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Sherman Avenue. One driver attempted a U-turn while the other traveled straight west. The crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly,' as listed in the report. The front passenger in the westbound Jeep SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The Jeep struck the Toyota’s left side doors. No other contributing factors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and was treated for moderate neck injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637992 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
SUV and Sedan Collide on Henry Hudson Parkway

Two vehicles crashed head-on on Henry Hudson Parkway. An 11-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger in the SUV suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The crash involved unsafe speed and slippery pavement, causing serious harm without ejection.

According to the police report, a 2021 BMW SUV and a 2010 Audi sedan collided head-on on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV carried two occupants, including an 11-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat who was injured with abrasions and full-body trauma. The report lists unsafe speed and slippery pavement as contributing factors. The SUV's driver was licensed in New York. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. No ejections occurred. The crash caused serious injury to the child passenger. Unsafe speed was the primary driver error noted. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629949 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Harlem River Drive

Two SUVs collided on Harlem River Drive. A northbound SUV struck another stopped in traffic. The striking driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Illness was cited as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan SUV traveling north on Harlem River Drive rear-ended a stopped 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 56-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists illness as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4620685 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
SUV Strikes Motorcycle on Saint Nicholas Avenue

SUV hit motorcycle head-on. Rider thrown, left with fractured leg and knee. Police cite driver distraction, improper lane use, and bad turn. Crash tore metal. No other injuries reported.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue collided with a westbound SUV at West 191 Street. The motorcyclist, a 41-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The SUV struck the motorcycle's front end, damaging its left front bumper. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4621180 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Motorcycle Head-On

A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound motorcycle on West 188 Street. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and improper turning as factors in the crash.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old male motorcyclist was injured after a 2020 sedan made an improper left turn on West 188 Street and struck the motorcycle head-on. The motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan driver, licensed in Pennsylvania, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The motorcyclist, unlicensed in New York, was traveling straight north. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash caused significant front-end damage to both vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4623677 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
SUVs Crash at West 181 and Wadsworth

Two SUVs collided in Manhattan. A 27-year-old woman driving one SUV suffered knee and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Both vehicles took heavy front and side hits.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 181 Street and Wadsworth Avenue in Manhattan. A 27-year-old female driver was injured, suffering trauma to her knee and lower leg with minor bleeding. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor. One SUV, driven by a male with a permit, struck the right side doors of the other SUV, which was hit on its left front bumper. The injured driver was in shock at the scene. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4621175 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Sedan Hits Parked Vehicles, Passenger Injured

A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on West 212 Street in Manhattan. The front passenger was partially ejected and suffered facial bruising. The driver’s distraction outside the car and unsafe speed caused the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 212 Street collided with several parked vehicles, including a pick-up truck and other sedans. The front passenger, a 30-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained facial contusions. The report lists the driver’s contributing factors as "Outside Car Distraction" and "Unsafe Speed." The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and excessive speed in urban settings.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641426 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Pedestrian Injured on Dyckman Street Impact

A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Dyckman Street near Nagle Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing injuries to his entire body and minor bleeding. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Dyckman Street at the intersection with Nagle Avenue in Manhattan. The 28-year-old male was crossing the street when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body and experienced minor bleeding and shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in serious injury to the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4621167 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
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Two Pedestrians Injured on Broadway by Sedan

A sedan struck two female pedestrians on Broadway in Manhattan. Both suffered fractures and dislocations. The driver was traveling south at unsafe speed. The crash left the women conscious but seriously injured in their legs and abdomen.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Broadway in Manhattan struck two female pedestrians, ages 25 and 63. Both pedestrians sustained fractures and dislocations to their lower legs and abdomen. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. The sedan had front-end damage, indicating impact with the pedestrians. Two other parked vehicles were damaged but not involved in the collision. Both victims were conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to control speed directly led to the injuries of these vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4614176 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West 204 Street

A sedan making a left turn struck a northbound e-bike stopped in traffic on West 204 Street. The e-bike driver, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 204 Street made a left turn and collided with a northbound e-bike that was stopped in traffic. The e-bike driver, a 43-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper where the impact occurred. The e-bike driver was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4612704 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Teen Pedestrian Struck by Sedan in Manhattan

A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy at Saint Nicholas Avenue and West 191 Street. The car struck him with its right front quarter panel. The boy suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, leg, and foot. Driver failed to yield.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Saint Nicholas Avenue and West 191 Street in Manhattan. The boy suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle, a 2012 Toyota sedan, was traveling south and struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's actions were listed as unknown. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4621998 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing with Signal

A 50-year-old woman was struck on Saint Nicholas Avenue while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower leg. The impact came from the car’s right front bumper.

According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Saint Nicholas Avenue at West 190 Street in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal when a northbound sedan struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The driver, a licensed male, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal when the collision occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4612671 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Making Left Turn

A 24-year-old female bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a head contusion after a collision with a northbound sedan on Nagle Avenue. The sedan struck the bike’s left side. The cyclist was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Nagle Avenue collided with a 24-year-old female bicyclist making a left turn westbound. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The sedan’s point of impact was the right front bumper, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No driver errors by the sedan operator were noted. The bicyclist’s actions contributed to the crash, but no further details were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4610552 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Washington Bridge

A 9-year-old boy suffered chest injuries as an SUV struck a sedan from behind on the Washington Bridge. The SUV driver followed too closely, causing a forceful rear-end collision. The boy, a right rear passenger, was bruised and shocked but not ejected.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Washington Bridge in Manhattan when a 2007 SUV rear-ended a 2018 sedan. The SUV driver, holding a learner's permit, was traveling westbound and failed to maintain a safe distance, identified as "Following Too Closely." The impact was centered on the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's center back end. A 9-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear of the sedan sustained a chest contusion and was listed as injured with shock. The child was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The report highlights the driver's error of following too closely as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4609753 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Motorscooter Driver Ejected on Harlem River Drive

A 37-year-old man riding a motorscooter southbound on Harlem River Drive was ejected after hitting debris. He suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash caused damage to the scooter’s front end.

According to the police report, a licensed 37-year-old male driver on a 2019 Piag-MCL motorscooter was traveling straight ahead southbound on Harlem River Drive when he collided with obstruction or debris. The impact was at the center front end of the vehicle. The driver was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4607324 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Near Broadway SUV

A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing outside an intersection in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, made contact without visible damage. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street outside a crosswalk near 4918 Broadway in Manhattan. The vehicle involved was a northbound SUV with two occupants and a licensed female driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. The SUV showed no visible damage, and the point of impact was recorded as 'Other.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No safety equipment or helmet was noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4609480 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Moped and Bike Collide on Saint Nicholas Avenue

A moped and a bike crashed head-on on Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 43-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, including a concussion. The crash involved improper lane usage and driver inexperience.

According to the police report, a moped traveling south and a bike traveling north collided head-on on Saint Nicholas Avenue near West 184 Street. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained a head injury, including a concussion. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The moped and bike both sustained damage to their center front ends. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist but highlights driver errors related to lane usage and experience.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4607492 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Hillside Avenue

A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Hillside Avenue at a marked crosswalk. She suffered bruises and injuries to her entire body. The crash involved a Ford car. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported by police.

According to the police report, a 49-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at a marked crosswalk in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her entire body. The vehicle involved was a Ford car. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but no fault or blame is assigned. No safety equipment or other factors were noted. The crash caused moderate injury but no further details on driver actions or vehicle damage were provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4609771 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10