Crash Count for Precinct 40
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,735
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,363
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 615
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 54
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 15
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 30, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 40?

Bronx Streets Bleed While City Stalls—How Many More Will Die?

Bronx Streets Bleed While City Stalls—How Many More Will Die?

Precinct 40: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025

The Toll in Blood and Silence

In Precinct 40, the street takes its due. Fifteen dead. Fifty-four left with wounds that will not heal. Since 2022, more than 2,350 people have been hurt in crashes here. The numbers do not flinch. They do not lie.

Just last month, a driver in a Ford Mustang failed a left turn at East 149th and Courtlandt. He mounted the curb and struck six people. The driver ran. The sidewalk did not forgive. All six went to Lincoln Hospital. Police are still looking for him.

A week before, a 79-year-old driver crashed into two cars and a pole. His passenger, Stella Nyarko-Dei, died. Seven others were hurt. “The cause of the crash was not immediately known,” police said. No one was arrested. The street was quiet again.

Patterns of Harm

SUVs and cars do most of the killing. They have taken four lives and left more than 300 injured. Trucks and buses have killed one, hurt dozens. Motorcycles and mopeds, one dead, twenty-two hurt. Bikes, eleven injured. The numbers are not abstract. They are bodies in the road.

The old, the young, the ones just crossing the street. No one is spared. In the last year, deaths doubled. Injuries rose by more than a quarter. Serious injuries up nearly forty percent. The disaster is slow, but it does not stop.

Leadership: Action and Delay

The city finally funded a $45 million fix for the deadly intersection at East 177th, Devoe, and Tremont. It took seventeen years. In that time, two died and 358 were hurt. “We are excited to make progress on this key corridor,” said DDC’s Ian Michaels. Progress is slow. The dead do not wait.

The police in Precinct 40 have the tools. They can enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, crack down on failure to yield. They can target the corners where blood pools. They just need to act.

Call to Action

This is not fate. It is failure. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand enforcement. Demand safer streets. The next body in the road could be someone you love. Do not wait for the sirens.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 40 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Bronx, city council district District 8, assembly district AD 79 and state senate district SD 29.
Which areas are in Precinct 40?
It includes the Mott Haven-Port Morris, Melrose, and Bronx CB1 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 8 and District 17, Assembly Districts AD 79 and AD 84, and State Senate Districts SD 29 and SD 32.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 40?
Cars and SUVs: 4 deaths, 328 injuries. Trucks and buses: 1 death, 38 injuries. Motorcycles and mopeds: 1 death, 22 injuries. Bikes: 0 deaths, 11 injuries. These numbers show who does the most harm.
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 40 police can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and ticket drivers who fail to yield. They can target crash hotspots and respond to dangerous conditions. They have the tools. They just need to use them.
Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
These crashes are not just accidents. They are the result of choices—by drivers, by city planners, by leaders who delay action. Better design, enforcement, and policy can prevent them.
What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
Local politicians can fund street redesigns, lower speed limits, and demand enforcement. They can push for faster fixes at known danger spots and support laws that protect people, not just cars.
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

Chantel Jackson
Assembly Member Chantel Jackson
District 79
District Office:
780 Concourse Village West Ground Floor Professional, Bronx, NY 10451
Legislative Office:
Room 547, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Diana Ayala
Council Member Diana Ayala
District 8
District Office:
105 East 116th Street, New York, NY 10029
212-828-9800
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1880, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6960
Twitter: DianaAyalaNYC
Jose Serrano
State Senator Jose Serrano
District 29
District Office:
335 E. 100th St., New York, NY 10029
Legislative Office:
Room 418, Capitol Building 172 State St., Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 40 Police Precinct 40 sits in Bronx, District 8, AD 79, SD 29.

It contains Bronx CB1, Mott Haven-Port Morris, Melrose.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 40

Taxi Strikes 11-Year-Old Bicyclist in Bronx

A northbound taxi collided with a westbound 11-year-old bicyclist on Tinton Avenue in the Bronx. The child was partially ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The crash involved driver inexperience and bicyclist confusion, according to police.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:28 on Tinton Avenue in the Bronx. A taxi traveling north struck an 11-year-old male bicyclist traveling west. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3. The taxi's point of impact was the center front end, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was the driver of the bike and was injured in the collision. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights driver inexperience as a key factor, alongside confusion on the bicyclist's part, without assigning blame to the victim.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4749269 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Unlicensed E-Scooter Driver Injured Turning Improperly

An unlicensed e-scooter driver collided with an SUV while making a left turn on Wales Avenue in the Bronx. The scooter driver suffered head injuries and a contusion. Police cite improper turning as the primary cause of the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:05 on Wales Avenue in the Bronx. The collision involved a Station Wagon/SUV traveling south going straight ahead and an unlicensed female e-scooter driver traveling north who was making a left turn. The report identifies "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor. The e-scooter driver, age 33, was injured with head trauma and a contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV had one occupant and sustained damage at an unspecified point of impact. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver error of improper turning by the e-scooter operator.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746706 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Aggressive Sedan Slams Bicyclist on 3rd Avenue

A sedan, driving aggressively, struck a northbound bicyclist head-on in the Bronx. The cyclist was ejected and injured across her body. The crash shows the danger of reckless driving near 2769 3rd Avenue.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south near 2769 3 Avenue in the Bronx collided head-on with a northbound bicyclist at 14:03. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was ejected from her bike and suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage by the sedan driver as primary contributing factors, along with improper passing or lane usage. The sedan's right front bumper and the bike's center front end were damaged in the impact. The crash underscores the threat posed by aggressive drivers to vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746705 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Moped Strikes 7-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 141 Street

A moped traveling south collided with a 7-year-old bicyclist heading east on East 141 Street. The child was ejected, suffering elbow and lower arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash caused shock but no vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a moped traveling straight south on East 141 Street struck a 7-year-old bicyclist traveling straight east. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock noted. The moped showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision occurred at 7:00 PM. The focus remains on the interaction between the moped and the child bicyclist, with no blame assigned to the victim.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764753 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bronx Park Avenue

A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan on Park Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, unconscious and injured, was restrained by a lap belt and harness. Police cite illegal drug use as a contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, at 5:38 AM on Park Avenue in the Bronx, a 2020 Dodge SUV traveling north struck the center back end of a 2005 Cadillac sedan also heading north. The sedan's driver, a 47-year-old man, was injured and found unconscious but restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report identifies illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating impairment may have played a role. The collision involved a failure to maintain control, resulting in the SUV rear-ending the sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the sedan driver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743687 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A sedan turning left struck a 36-year-old man crossing East 138 Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered knee and leg injuries in the Bronx.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on East 138 Street made a left turn and struck a 36-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at Alexander Avenue. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan hit the pedestrian with its center front end but showed no damage. Driver error—failure to yield and distraction—directly led to injury for a lawful pedestrian in the Bronx.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743696 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Taxi Passenger Injured in Lane-Change Crash

A taxi merging northwest on the Major Deegan Expressway collided with a flatbed truck changing lanes. The taxi’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way by involved drivers as the cause.

According to the police report, the crash occurred around 4 PM on the Major Deegan Expressway. A 27-year-old male passenger in the taxi, restrained by a lap belt and harness, was injured in the collision, complaining of neck pain and nausea and experiencing shock. The taxi was merging northwest when it was struck on the left rear bumper by a flatbed truck changing lanes. Both drivers were licensed and traveling northwest. The report explicitly identifies failure to yield right-of-way by both drivers as contributing factors. The passenger was not ejected and was injured due to the impact. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers of lane changes and merging maneuvers on high-speed roadways.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743699 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Bike on East 138 Street

A sedan struck an e-bike from behind on East 138 Street. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old man, was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention caused the collision, leaving the rider injured but conscious.

According to the police report, at 12:10 PM on East 138 Street, a sedan traveling westbound collided with the rear center of an e-bike also heading west. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's point of impact was its right front bumper, striking the e-bike's center back end. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users like bicyclists.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4742973 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness in Collision

A 61-year-old male SUV driver lost consciousness during a crash on East 158 Street. The collision involved a parked sedan and caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. The driver was injured and unconscious at the scene.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:28 on East 158 Street involving a 2013 Ford SUV traveling west and a 2010 Mercedes sedan that was parked. The SUV driver, a 61-year-old male occupant, lost consciousness during the incident, as noted under contributing factors. The collision impacted the left front bumpers of both vehicles, causing damage. The driver was injured and found unconscious but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, indicating a critical driver impairment. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited in the report. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740639 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Taxi Hits Teen Pedestrian on Willis Avenue

A taxi struck a 17-year-old boy outside an intersection on Willis Avenue. The impact left him bruised across his body. The crash shows the danger taxis pose to pedestrians in the Bronx.

According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was hit by a taxi traveling south on Willis Avenue near East 143 Street in the Bronx. The taxi struck the boy on the right side doors, causing bruises to his entire body. The victim was not at an intersection when the crash occurred. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The taxi was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor. This crash highlights the risks pedestrians face from vehicles moving through non-intersection areas.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746499 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Bicyclist Ejected and Injured in Bronx Crash

A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a crash on East 159 Street in the Bronx. The cyclist was unconscious and complained of pain or nausea. The crash involved a stopped vehicle and a moving bike.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 on East 159 Street in the Bronx. The injured party was a 27-year-old male bicyclist who was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was unconscious at the scene and complained of pain or nausea. The report notes the bicyclist as the driver of the bike traveling north, while the other vehicle was stopped in traffic and traveling east. The point of impact was listed as 'Other,' with no damage to the stopped vehicle but some damage to the bike. The report lists the bicyclist's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors or contributing factors were explicitly cited for the vehicle. The data highlights the vulnerability of the bicyclist and the severity of injuries resulting from the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4748080 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Passenger Injured in Truck Collision

A sedan passenger suffered neck injuries and shock after a collision with a tractor truck on Bruckner Boulevard. The crash involved two southbound vehicles traveling straight. The injured occupant was restrained by a lap belt and reported pain and nausea.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard at 21:36 involving a 2017 tractor truck and a 2003 sedan, both traveling southbound straight ahead. The sedan's right front quarter panel impacted the truck, damaging the sedan's right rear quarter panel. A 51-year-old female passenger in the sedan, seated in the right rear and wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors or victim behaviors as causes. The passenger was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vehicle occupants even when restrained and traveling in straightforward conditions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746353 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left Bronx

A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The sedan was parked before impact. The cyclist was conscious and injured, with no helmet reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 137 Street near Saint Anns Avenue in the Bronx at 19:05. A 59-year-old male bicyclist, traveling west and making a left turn, collided with a northbound sedan that was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the sedan's right front quarter panel striking the bike's center front end. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as Failure to Yield, and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s actions before the crash are not detailed, but the vehicle was stationary prior to impact. The collision highlights systemic dangers at intersections involving turning bicyclists and parked vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738885 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Bronx Pedestrian Struck by SUV at Unsafe Speed

A 66-year-old man was struck by an SUV traveling north on Saint Anns Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered moderate burns and upper arm injuries. According to police, unsafe speed by the vehicle was a key factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a 66-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a northbound SUV on Saint Anns Avenue in the Bronx at 2:30 p.m. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection, engaged in other actions in the roadway. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV traveling straight ahead, impacting the pedestrian with its right front bumper. Another parked Nissan SUV was also involved, sustaining damage to its left side doors. The pedestrian sustained moderate burns and upper arm injuries but remained conscious. The report explicitly cites driver error—unsafe speed—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746253 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A sedan making a left turn struck a female pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was unconscious. Driver inattention and tinted windows contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 2024 Honda sedan was making a left turn on East 134 Street near Saint Anns Avenue in the Bronx at 9:59 PM when it struck a female pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained a severe head injury, including fractures and dislocations, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as primary contributing factors, along with tinted windows that may have impaired the driver's visibility. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southeast with three other occupants in the vehicle. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and visibility issues in urban intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738192 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Alcohol-Involved SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV

Two SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police report alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling south when the crash occurred.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx at 2:30 AM. Two SUVs, both traveling south, collided with the striking vehicle impacting the rear center end of the other. The driver of the striking SUV, a 33-year-old male, sustained a neck injury and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor in the crash. Both drivers were licensed, and airbags deployed in the striking vehicle. The collision caused center front-end damage to the striking SUV and center back-end damage to the struck SUV. No ejections occurred. The police report does not list any victim behaviors contributing to the crash, focusing on the driver's impairment as the critical factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4748775 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Turning Left Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian

An 11-year-old girl crossing with the signal suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV making a left turn struck her on East 149 Street in the Bronx. The driver failed to maintain safe distance, causing the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:00 PM on East 149 Street near Bergen Avenue in the Bronx. An 11-year-old female pedestrian, crossing with the signal at an intersection, was struck by a 2022 SUV making a left turn. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies the driver's contributing factor as 'Following Too Closely,' indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance while turning. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle westbound. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors during turning maneuvers in busy intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737995 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk

A sedan struck a 19-year-old man crossing Trinity Avenue. The car hit him with its left front bumper. He suffered bruises to his knee and leg. Police cite driver’s failure to yield as the cause.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Trinity Avenue near East 161 Street in the Bronx struck a 19-year-old male pedestrian at a marked crosswalk around 2:30 p.m. The impact came from the car’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the driver’s primary error. No other contributing factors were noted. The vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian as contributing to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4742299 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
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Jeep and Honda Collide, Passengers Suffer Crush Injuries

Steel screamed at East 135th and Lincoln. A Jeep and a Honda met in the dark. Two young passengers, seatbelts biting, bones breaking. Pelvis shattered, back torn. Both awake, both hurting. Metal and flesh, twisted by force.

At 1:35 a.m. at the corner of East 135th Street and Lincoln Avenue, a Jeep SUV and a Honda sedan collided, according to the police report. The impact left a 21-year-old woman with a shattered pelvis and a 28-year-old man with severe back injuries. Both were passengers, both were conscious, both wore seatbelts, and both suffered crush injuries. The police report states that both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' before the crash, with the Jeep traveling north and the Honda heading east. The Jeep's right front quarter panel and the Honda's left front bumper bore the brunt of the collision. No specific driver errors were cited in the report; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The violence of the crash and the resulting injuries underscore the dangers passengers face when vehicles collide at city intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737973 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Rear-Ends Parked SUV in Bronx Collision

A northbound SUV struck the left rear bumper of a parked SUV on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The driver of the moving vehicle lost consciousness and was injured. The crash caused visible damage to both vehicles’ bumpers.

According to the police report, the crash occurred near 700 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 11:57 AM. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling northbound collided with the left rear bumper of a parked 2018 Dodge SUV. The moving vehicle’s driver, a 51-year-old male occupant, was injured and unconscious after the crash. The report notes the driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The contributing factor listed is 'Lost Consciousness,' indicating the driver’s incapacitation led to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their bumpers at the points of impact. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4747948 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06