Crash Count for Precinct 34
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,357
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,221
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 321
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 24
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 8
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 5, 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 Struck and Injured at Dyckman Intersection

A 24-year-old man was hit at Dyckman Street. He suffered broken bones in his knee, leg, and foot. No details on the driver or vehicle. Police listed no driver errors. The pedestrian was the only one hurt.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was struck and injured at the intersection of Dyckman Street in Manhattan. He sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or any contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. No mention of helmet or safety equipment was made. The pedestrian was the sole injured party. The lack of vehicle and driver information limits understanding of the crash circumstances.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4605185 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Left-Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Sherman

A 31-year-old man crossing Sherman Avenue was struck by a left-turning SUV. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The driver held a learner's permit and showed inexperience.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Sherman Avenue at an intersection. The driver, operating a 2015 SUV, was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The driver held a learner's permit at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected from the scene. No safety equipment or pedestrian signaling was noted as factors in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4604192 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal

A 60-year-old woman suffered chest injuries after a sedan struck her on West 181 Street. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The driver was making a left turn. No vehicle damage was reported. The victim was left in shock.

According to the police report, a 60-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2017 sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, struck her on West 181 Street. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of the collision. The driver was making a left turn and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained chest injuries and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report does not assign blame to the pedestrian but notes her crossing against the signal.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4599378 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
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SUV Hits Two Pedestrians Off Broadway

An SUV sped north on Broadway and struck two pedestrians off the roadway. Both suffered broken bones and dislocations. The driver and a passenger were also hurt. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield.

According to the police report, a 2018 Toyota SUV traveling north on Broadway struck two pedestrians who were not in the roadway. The pedestrians, a 10-year-old girl and a 42-year-old woman, suffered fractures and dislocations to their abdomen, pelvis, knee, and lower leg. The driver, a 31-year-old man, and a 31-year-old female passenger were also injured. The report lists unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as driver errors contributing to the crash. The driver and passenger were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4596684 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Taxi on Nagle Avenue

A 34-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock after his SUV rear-ended a stopped taxi on Nagle Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV’s front center hit the taxi’s rear center. Driver inattention caused the crash. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver in a 2020 SUV traveling south on Nagle Avenue rear-ended a stopped taxi. The SUV struck the taxi’s center back end with its center front end. The driver was injured, complaining of back pain and nausea, and was in shock. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The taxi was unoccupied at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597049 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection

A 30-year-old man was hit by an SUV at Seaman Avenue. He suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The driver was distracted and alcohol was involved. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Seaman Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated upper arm after being struck by the right front bumper of a southbound SUV. The report lists driver inattention and alcohol involvement as contributing factors. The SUV was traveling straight when it hit the pedestrian, who was in the roadway. Two other parked sedans were nearby, one with minor damage. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash highlights driver errors including distraction and impairment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597028 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Taxi Hits Parked Cars, Driver Injured

A taxi struck multiple parked vehicles on Audubon Avenue. The taxi driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. She was trapped in the vehicle but conscious. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Audubon Avenue collided with several parked vehicles, including sedans. The taxi driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a fractured and dislocated shoulder and was trapped inside the vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The taxi sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. Multiple parked cars were struck, damaging their left rear and center back ends. The driver was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious after the crash. No other injuries or contributing factors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4596982 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
3
SUV Slams Sedan on Slippery West 202 Street

SUV crashed into sedan’s rear on slick Manhattan street. Three people hurt. Driver followed too close. Knees and heads struck. Metal twisted, glass broke. All stayed conscious. Danger came fast and hard.

According to the police report, a Ford SUV rear-ended a Toyota sedan on West 202 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 26-year-old woman, followed too closely on slippery pavement. Three people were injured: the SUV driver suffered knee abrasions, while the sedan’s front passengers—a 26-year-old man and a 29-year-old woman—sustained head whiplash and knee injuries. All were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left the SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear badly damaged. Driver inexperience and following too closely were listed as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597020 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Wadsworth Avenue

A 17-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Wadsworth Avenue at West 184 Street. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The teen suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Wadsworth Avenue at the intersection with West 184 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a northbound Honda SUV struck him. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted. The driver was going straight ahead and had no passengers. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians at intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4595288 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Unlicensed Teen Driver Slams Sedan on Dyckman

A 17-year-old unlicensed driver lost control on Dyckman Street. The sedan struck an object. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Driver inexperience and unsafe speed fueled the crash.

According to the police report, a 17-year-old male, unlicensed, drove a 2011 Hyundai sedan south on Dyckman Street at 5:30 a.m. While changing lanes, the car's left front bumper hit an object. The driver suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No other occupants or road users were involved. The crash underscores the danger when unlicensed, inexperienced drivers operate vehicles at unsafe speeds.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4595275 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian on Nagle Avenue

A 62-year-old woman was struck by an e-scooter traveling north on Nagle Avenue. The rider was inattentive and speeding. The pedestrian suffered bruising and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The crash happened away from an intersection.

According to the police report, an e-scooter traveling north on Nagle Avenue struck a 62-year-old female pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-scooter operator was going straight ahead but failed to maintain proper attention and control. No other vehicles or safety equipment were involved. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted and speeding e-scooter riders in areas where pedestrians are present.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4591893 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Hits Sedan

An SUV made an unsafe lane change and collided with a sedan on Amsterdam Avenue. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered back injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained damage on their left sides. The crash occurred in Manhattan's 10033 zip code.

According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Amsterdam Avenue made an unsafe lane change and struck a sedan traveling south. The sedan's 29-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back trauma and shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors by the sedan driver. The SUV impacted the sedan's left front bumper, damaging its left front, while the SUV's left rear quarter panel was damaged. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4595046 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash

A 48-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured on Sherman Avenue. Fractures and dislocations tore through his lower leg and foot. Traffic control was disregarded. Impact was sudden. The street did not forgive.

According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured while making a left turn on Sherman Avenue at Isham Street in Manhattan. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved the bicyclist and another vehicle traveling straight westbound. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were specified in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4596117 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal

A man was hit by an SUV on Isham Street. He was crossing against the signal. The impact struck the pedestrian’s head, leaving him semiconscious with a concussion. The driver was going straight and hit the pedestrian center front. Injuries were severe.

According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a Nissan SUV traveling south on Isham Street. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The SUV’s center front end impacted the pedestrian’s head, causing a concussion and semiconscious state. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing factors were assigned to the driver. The pedestrian suffered serious head injuries but was not ejected from the roadway.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4596107 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Dyckman Street

A 25-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Dyckman Street outside an intersection. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.

According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Dyckman Street struck a 25-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash occurred in Manhattan's 10th Council District near 104 Dyckman Street.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4588685 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Sedan Collision

A 31-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on Nagle Avenue. The sedan was making a left turn on red. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to yield.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on red collided with a bicyclist traveling straight on Nagle Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the bicyclist. The sedan showed no damage and had no occupants at the time. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but seriously injured. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the bicyclist beyond the listed contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4586815 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
3
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three Youths

SUV and sedan slammed head-on on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three young passengers hurt. Police cited traffic control disregard. Injuries hit faces, legs, and abdomens. Airbags and child restraints were used.

According to the police report, a 2020 SUV heading south and a 2021 sedan heading north collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three passengers, ages 8, 15, and 16, were injured. The 15-year-old front passenger was incoherent with leg injuries. The 16-year-old rear passenger was semiconscious with facial wounds. The 8-year-old rear passenger suffered abdominal bruises. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Airbags deployed and child restraints were in use. No ejections occurred. Both vehicles took damage to their right front bumpers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4657460 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
E-Bike Hits Sedan Stopped in Traffic

An e-bike struck the rear of a sedan stopped on West 181 Street in Manhattan. The 28-year-old e-bike rider suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited pedestrian/bicyclist confusion and following too closely as factors.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old male riding an e-bike collided with the rear of a 2022 Jeep sedan stopped in traffic on West 181 Street near Amsterdam Avenue. The e-bike rider was injured, sustaining facial wounds and minor bleeding, and was semiconscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan driver was licensed and stopped in traffic at the time of impact. The e-bike struck the sedan's left rear bumper with its left front bumper, causing damage to both vehicles. The injured rider was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4584144 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUVs Collide on West 207 Street Injuring Passenger

Two SUVs and a sedan crashed head-on and side-on at West 207 Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The crash involved unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger was conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on West 207 Street in Manhattan involving two SUVs and a sedan. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, with impacts at the center front end and right front bumper. A 29-year-old male passenger in one SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists unsafe speed and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4582543 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Bus Slams Parked Sedan on Wadsworth Avenue

A southbound bus veered into a parked sedan. Steel tore. The car’s left side crumpled. A 37-year-old man bled from the arm but stayed alert. The bus did not stop. Driver inattention marked the crash. The street held the wreckage.

A bus traveling south on Wadsworth Avenue near West 180th Street struck a parked Nissan sedan. According to the police report, 'A southbound bus veered into a parked Nissan. Steel screamed. The sedan’s left side folded. A 37-year-old man bled from the arm. He stayed awake. The bus did not stop.' The sedan’s driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered severe bleeding to his arm but remained conscious. Three other occupants in the sedan were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bus driver left the scene. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4602227 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12