Crash Count for Precinct 34
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,360
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,222
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 9, 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
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 34

BMW Turns Into Pedestrian, Leg Crushed on Sherman Avenue

A BMW turns right on Sherman Avenue. A 22-year-old woman crosses with the signal. Metal strikes flesh. Her leg is crushed. She stays awake. The driver holds only a permit. Alcohol is involved. The street is dark. Pain lingers.

A 22-year-old woman was struck while crossing Sherman Avenue with the signal. According to the police report, a BMW sedan made a right turn and hit her, crushing her leg. She remained conscious with severe injuries to her lower limb. The report states, 'Alcohol involved.' The BMW driver held only a permit. The crash happened at 3 a.m. on a dark street. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The woman was the only pedestrian injured. The driver’s lack of a full license and alcohol involvement are key failures called out in the official record.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4513914 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Turns Right, Hits 15-Year-Old Bicyclist

A 15-year-old boy on an e-bike was struck on Broadway in Manhattan. The SUV driver made a right turn and collided with the cyclist going straight. The boy suffered a head contusion and bruises. Driver distraction and close following were factors.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike was injured when a 2015 Jeep SUV made a right turn on Broadway and struck him. The cyclist suffered a head contusion and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including inattention, distraction, and following too closely. The bicyclist had no safety equipment and limited view was noted as a contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its right front quarter panel; the e-bike was damaged at the center front end. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north, turning right, while the bicyclist was going straight north.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4511440 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing Broadway

A woman crossed Broadway with the light. An e-bike hit her chest. She stayed awake. Her limb did not. The rider sped off. The bike rolled on. She lay broken at the curb.

A 52-year-old woman was crossing Broadway at Academy Street in Manhattan when an e-bike struck her in the chest. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the e-bike hit her, causing a severe injury that resulted in amputation. The rider did not stop. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no damage. The woman remained conscious at the scene, but her injuries were grave. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4510774 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
2
Unlicensed Driver Overturns SUV on Henry Hudson Parkway

A 25-year-old unlicensed driver lost control and overturned a BMW SUV on Henry Hudson Parkway. Both driver and 23-year-old passenger suffered head injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction by hands-free cell phone contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male driver operating a 2020 BMW SUV on Henry Hudson Parkway overturned the vehicle while traveling north. The driver was unlicensed and distracted by a hands-free cell phone, which police identified as the primary contributing factor. The driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, both restrained with lap belts, sustained head injuries and whiplash. Neither occupant was ejected. The crash involved driver inattention and distraction, with no other vehicles or pedestrians involved. The overturned SUV caused significant damage, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving and unlicensed operation.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4510350 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Moped Collides With Unicycle on Nagle Avenue

A moped struck a unicycle head-on on Nagle Avenue. The unicycle rider, 36, was thrown and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Police cite improper lane use and driver distraction by the moped.

According to the police report, a moped traveling south on Nagle Avenue collided head-on with a unicycle traveling north. The unicycle rider, a 36-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured elbow and dislocation. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors by the moped driver. No helmet or signaling issues were listed. The crash caused center front end damage to both vehicles. The unicycle rider was conscious but injured. The report highlights driver error and distraction as causes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4510075 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedans Collide Head-On Broadway Driver Hurt

Two sedans slammed head-on on Broadway. One driver, 24, suffered a bruised back but stayed conscious. Police cite failure to keep right and distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling in opposite directions on Broadway collided head-on. The crash left a 24-year-old male driver injured with a back contusion; he was conscious and wore a lap belt. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. The report lists failure to keep right and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid licenses and were driving straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4509041 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist

A 31-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Dyckman Street. The SUV driver made a right turn and hit the cyclist going straight. The cyclist suffered chest abrasions. Driver inattention caused the crash. No helmet was worn by the cyclist.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on Dyckman Street was struck by a 2016 SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist sustained chest abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and female; the bicyclist was unlicensed. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain attention while turning, resulting in injury to vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4509035 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
2
SUV Overturns in Violent Lane Change Crash

SUV flipped on Amsterdam Avenue after unsafe lane change. Sedan struck. Both drivers hurt with whiplash. Distraction and reckless maneuver caused the wreck. Metal twisted. Streets stained.

According to the police report, a 2018 SUV making a left turn collided with a 2005 sedan traveling straight on Amsterdam Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's front end with its right rear quarter panel and overturned. Both drivers—a 53-year-old woman in the SUV and a 19-year-old man in the sedan—suffered neck and head whiplash injuries but remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors as unsafe lane changing, driver inattention or distraction, and failure to yield right-of-way. Both drivers wore lap belts. The crash left the SUV overturned and both vehicles damaged.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4509030 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on West 206 Street

A sedan turning right struck a northbound bicyclist going straight. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries, wearing a helmet. Police cited unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The sedan’s left front bumper hit the bike’s left side doors.

According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight north on West 206 Street. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unsafe speed and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the left side doors of the bike. The cyclist was not ejected but was in shock. The sedan was occupied by one person, and the bicyclist was unlicensed. The crash highlights driver errors including unsafe speed and aggressive driving.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4507028 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
2
Taxi Rear-Ended by SUV on West 181 Street

A taxi stopped on West 181 Street was struck from behind by an SUV traveling south. Two rear passengers suffered whiplash injuries to neck and shoulder. The SUV driver’s unsafe speed and following too closely caused the crash.

According to the police report, a taxi was parked on West 181 Street when it was rear-ended by a southbound SUV. Two passengers in the taxi’s rear seats, a 31-year-old woman and a 38-year-old man, were injured with whiplash affecting their neck and shoulder areas. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The taxi sustained damage to its center back end, while the SUV was damaged at the center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the injured passengers. The crash highlights driver errors that led to impact and injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4503002 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Bicyclist Struck by Distracted Sedan Driver on West 220 Street

A sedan driver’s inattention left a 44-year-old bicyclist with a head injury on West 220 Street. Two sedans and a bike collided. The cyclist stayed conscious. Impact battered bumpers and bruised a body.

According to the police report, a 44-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving two sedans on West 220 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The Dodge sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper were damaged. The Honda sedan was hit at the right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist wore a helmet. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist were listed. The crash underscores the danger of driver inattention.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4502870 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Left Turn Hits Passing Sedan Northbound

A Nissan SUV made a left turn on West 191 Street in Manhattan. It struck a Honda sedan passing northbound. The sedan’s male driver suffered a concussion and head injury. The SUV driver failed to keep right. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.

According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan SUV was making a left turn on West 191 Street when it collided with a 2018 Honda sedan traveling northbound and passing. The sedan's male driver, licensed in New York, was injured with a concussion and head trauma but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV driver, a licensed female from Florida, had two occupants and struck the sedan with the left front bumper. The contributing factor listed was Failure to Keep Right by the SUV driver. The sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel, and the SUV sustained center front end damage. No ejections occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4500439 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Rear-Ends Left-Turning Vehicle Manhattan

A sedan struck the rear of a left-turning car on Post Avenue in Manhattan. The driver of the left-turning vehicle, a 31-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Driver distraction caused the collision.

According to the police report, a 2018 Kia sedan was making a left turn on Post Avenue when it was rear-ended by another vehicle traveling straight south. The driver of the left-turning vehicle, a 31-year-old woman, was injured with abrasions to her knee and lower leg. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The point of impact was the center back end of the left-turning vehicle. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The crash caused moderate injury to the occupant of the left-turning sedan.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4500432 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal

A 68-year-old man crossing Broadway at West 204 Street was struck by a southbound SUV. The driver was speeding and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower leg. The crash left the man injured but conscious.

According to the police report, a 68-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Broadway at West 204 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved a southbound 2007 Honda SUV traveling straight ahead. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle striking the pedestrian. The driver was licensed in New York. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash was caused by the driver's unsafe speed and distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4500434 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian

A sedan traveling south hit a 9-year-old boy outside an intersection on 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The child suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was speeding and passed too closely, causing the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 9th Avenue struck a 9-year-old pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The child sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and passing too closely as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The pedestrian was performing other actions in the roadway when the collision occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4498474 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan U-Turn Hits E-Bike Rider

A sedan made an improper U-turn on Broadway and struck an e-bike rider traveling straight south. The e-bike driver was ejected and suffered facial contusions. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. The e-bike rider remained conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan was making a U-turn on Broadway when it collided with an e-bike traveling straight ahead. The e-bike driver, a male with a permit license, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained facial contusions. The contributing factor listed is the sedan driver turning improperly. The sedan, driven by a licensed female, impacted the e-bike with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The e-bike rider was injured but conscious. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4500401 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes on West 202 Street

A sedan driver lost control on West 202 Street after losing consciousness. Her car struck another sedan and a parked bus. She suffered a head injury and concussion. Medical condition listed as cause.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old woman driving a sedan on West 202 Street in Manhattan lost consciousness while making a right turn. Her vehicle collided with another sedan and struck a parked bus. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. The driver suffered a head injury and concussion but was not ejected from the car. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The crash involved three vehicles. The primary cause, as stated, was the driver's sudden medical episode.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4494994 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
2
Unlicensed SUV Driver Slams Parked Car

SUV sped north on Sherman Avenue. Unlicensed driver hit parked SUV. Both men inside moving car suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and aggression fueled the crash. Parked car’s driver was not hurt.

According to the police report, an unlicensed driver heading north on Sherman Avenue crashed a 2021 Alfa SUV into a parked Ford SUV on Ellwood Street. The moving vehicle struck at unsafe speed, damaging its front end. Both the 25-year-old driver and his 32-year-old passenger suffered head contusions but remained conscious and restrained. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors for the driver. The parked SUV’s driver was licensed and not moving at the time of impact. No one was ejected. The crash underscores the danger of speeding and aggressive driving.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4492667 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16