Crash Count for Precinct 34
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,358
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 7, 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

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 2025-08-14
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 2025-08-14
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 2025-08-14
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 2025-08-14
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 2025-08-14
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 2025-08-14
Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing Payson Avenue

A 48-year-old woman was struck by a taxi while crossing a marked crosswalk on Payson Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Payson Avenue made a right turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The taxi showed no visible damage despite the impact occurring at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not cited for any fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4584104 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
3
Two Pedestrians Injured by Tesla Sedan

A Tesla sedan struck two pedestrians crossing outside an intersection in Manhattan. Both men suffered bruises and back or hip injuries. The Tesla driver, wearing a seatbelt, also sustained a neck bruise. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a Tesla sedan traveling south on Arden Street hit two male pedestrians crossing without a signal or crosswalk. Both pedestrians were injured, suffering contusions and injuries to the back and hip. The Tesla driver, a 26-year-old man, was also injured with a neck contusion and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists unsafe speed as the driver error contributing to the crash. The collision involved two parked vehicles and the Tesla's right front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors were noted. The pedestrians were not at an intersection and no helmet or signaling issues were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4580561 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
2
SUV Flips at Unsafe Speed on Parkway

Ford SUV overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway. Driver and passenger bruised. Unsafe speed listed as cause. Both wore seat belts. No other vehicles or pedestrians involved.

According to the police report, a 2014 Ford SUV overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway while making a right turn. The driver, a 43-year-old man, and the front passenger, a 43-year-old woman, both suffered contusions and bruises. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor for the driver. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper and overturned. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was in shock; the passenger remained conscious.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4580016 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Pedestrian Injured in Manhattan Sedan Crash

A 25-year-old man working in the roadway was struck on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. Two sedans collided, one backing and one parked. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg contusions. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as factors.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Amsterdam Avenue near West 181 Street in Manhattan. One vehicle was backing while the other was parked. A 25-year-old male pedestrian working in the roadway was injured, sustaining contusions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. The backing vehicle was driven by an unlicensed male driver. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered significant bruising. The collision involved impact to the left front bumper of the parked sedan and the center back end of the backing sedan. No pedestrian errors or safety equipment were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4594398 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
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SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing With Signal

A 2007 Honda SUV made a right turn on 9 Avenue. It hit two pedestrians, ages 8 and 50, both crossing with the signal. Both suffered abrasions and injuries to limbs and neck. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. Confusion contributed.

According to the police report, a 2007 Honda SUV traveling south on 9 Avenue made a right turn and struck two pedestrians at the intersection. Both victims, an 8-year-old girl and a 50-year-old woman, were crossing with the signal. They sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, foot, and neck. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way. Pedestrian confusion also contributed to the crash. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV. Both pedestrians were conscious after the collision. No mention of helmet use or signaling by pedestrians was noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4580551 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Sherman Avenue

A 26-year-old man was hit while crossing Sherman Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He remained conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Sherman Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver, traveling west and going straight ahead, failed to yield the right-of-way and was distracted, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factors. No information on vehicle type or driver details was provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4576330 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV and Sedan Collide on Thayer Street

A northbound SUV and sedan collided on Thayer Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, partially ejected and injured with neck pain, suffered shock. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained left-side damage.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Thayer Street in Manhattan involving a northbound SUV and a sedan. The SUV driver, a 32-year-old woman, was partially ejected from her vehicle and sustained neck injuries, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. The SUV was parked before impact, and the sedan was also parked, with damage to the left side doors and front bumper. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4575265 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Moped Strikes Parked Box Truck in Manhattan

A 24-year-old male moped driver hit a parked box truck on Broadway in Manhattan. The impact struck the moped’s left rear quarter panel. The rider suffered a neck injury and remained conscious. Driver inattention caused the crash.

According to the police report, a moped traveling southbound on Broadway collided with a parked box truck. The moped struck the truck’s left rear quarter panel. The 24-year-old male moped driver sustained a neck injury but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary with no occupants inside. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic environments.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4579982 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
E-Bike Rider Killed Striking Parked Sedan

An e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on Nagle Avenue. Metal bent. The rider flew off, landing hard. He died at the scene. Distraction and speed fueled the crash. The car’s side caved in. Another life lost to inattention.

A deadly crash unfolded on Nagle Avenue near Hillside in Manhattan. An e-bike rider, age 46, struck a parked sedan. According to the police report, 'Distraction and speed marked the end.' The e-bike’s front end crumpled. The rider was partially ejected and found dead. The sedan’s left side was dented. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No helmet use or signals are mentioned as factors. The crash left one man dead and another with pain in his leg. The parked car was empty. The toll is clear: distraction and speed proved fatal.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4574165 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
E-Scooter Hits Turning SUV on Audubon Avenue

A 23-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after colliding with a left-turning SUV on Audubon Avenue. The impact struck the scooter’s front center and the SUV’s right side. The rider suffered a head contusion and bruises.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling north on Audubon Avenue collided with a Mercedes SUV making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the scooter’s center front end and the SUV’s right side doors. The e-scooter driver was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and bruises. The report lists driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. The injured rider was not wearing any safety equipment. No other occupants were involved. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper turning maneuvers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4574540 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Motorcycle Injured in SUV U-Turn Collision

A motorcycle and SUV collided on 115 Post Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a U-turn and struck the motorcycle’s front center. The motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the SUV driver.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south was struck by an SUV making a U-turn on 115 Post Avenue in Manhattan. The point of impact was the motorcycle’s center front end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with knee and lower leg trauma but was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4571811 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sleeping Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked Car

A sedan driver fell asleep and crashed into a parked car on West 207 Street. The front passenger suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. Only the passenger was hurt.

According to the police report, a westbound sedan struck a parked sedan on West 207 Street in Manhattan after the driver fell asleep. The crash left a 59-year-old female front-seat passenger injured, with whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. Both vehicles had center front-end damage. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4571809 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Moped Driver Injured in Sedan Collision

A moped and sedan collided on West 181 Street. The moped driver, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The crash involved unsafe speed and left side damage to the moped.

According to the police report, a moped traveling east on West 181 Street collided with a sedan traveling south. The moped driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped and the center front end of the sedan. The moped sustained damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The moped driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4570644 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sedan Hits Bicyclist Making Left Turn

A sedan struck a bicyclist on West 207 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was injured in the head and suffered bruising. The crash involved improper lane usage by the driver and confusion by the bicyclist. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on West 207 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old man, sustained a head injury and contusion but was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report lists driver errors including improper passing or lane usage. The bicyclist's confusion or error also contributed to the crash. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the roof, and the bike was struck at its center front end. No other injuries or factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4570322 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14