Crash Count for Precinct 40
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,762
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,387
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 618
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 56
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 15
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 7, 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.

See also
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 40

SUV Rear-Ends Parked Vehicle on East 149 Street

A Ford SUV struck a parked vehicle on East 149 Street in the Bronx. The front passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle.

According to the police report, a 2023 Ford SUV traveling west on East 149 Street collided with a parked 2018 Ford SUV. The moving vehicle impacted the left rear bumper of the parked SUV with its right front bumper. A 32-year-old male front passenger in the moving SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The collision caused damage to both vehicles at their points of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677232 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Bronx Collision Injures Female Sedan Driver

Two vehicles collided on East 139 Street in the Bronx. A 28-year-old woman driving a sedan suffered neck injuries and shock. The SUV struck the sedan’s right front while the sedan was making a left turn. Both drivers were licensed.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old female sedan driver was injured in a crash on East 139 Street in the Bronx. The sedan was making a left turn when it was struck on the right front bumper by a westbound SUV traveling straight ahead. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify driver errors or victim fault. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right front bumper with its left front bumper, causing damage to both vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677592 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner

A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4674224 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Tractor Truck and Sedan Crash on East 134 Street

A tractor truck and sedan turned right on East 134 Street. Metal struck metal. The sedan’s young driver took the blow—bruised, arm hurt. No errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.

According to the police report, a tractor truck and a sedan, both heading south and making right turns on East 134 Street, collided. The truck’s trailer hit the sedan’s left front quarter panel and doors. The sedan’s driver, an 18-year-old male, suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and operating legally. No ejections or severe injuries were reported. The crash left the sedan damaged on its left side.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4674873 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sedan and Ambulance Crash on East 135 Street

A sedan and ambulance collided on East 135 Street. A 61-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregarded as the cause.

According to the police report, a sedan heading east made a right turn and struck a westbound ambulance making a left turn on East 135 Street. The impact hit the sedan's left front bumper and the ambulance's right front quarter panel. A 61-year-old woman riding in the sedan's front seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4674968 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
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Alcohol and Speed Injure Bronx Pedestrians

Sedan struck two pedestrians outside intersection. Both hurt in legs. Driver and passenger bruised. Alcohol and speed listed. Parked SUV damaged. System failed to protect those on foot.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 132 Street in the Bronx struck two pedestrians who were not at an intersection. Both pedestrians, aged 27 and 28, suffered knee and lower leg injuries with bruises. The sedan’s driver and front passenger were also injured, sustaining head and chest contusions. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A parked SUV was damaged at its front end. The driver’s errors include alcohol involvement and unsafe speed. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash left four people injured and exposed the dangers faced by pedestrians in the Bronx.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4671168 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Unlicensed Bicyclist Injured on Westchester Avenue

A 54-year-old man riding a bike south on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx was injured. He suffered abrasions and lower leg trauma. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No other vehicles or driver errors were reported.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old male bicyclist traveling south on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx was injured in a crash. The cyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report notes the bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The driver was unlicensed. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The crash involved only the bicyclist, with no other vehicles or pedestrians mentioned. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bike, which sustained damage. The report does not specify what caused the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4671085 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Strikes Woman on Bruckner Boulevard

A Honda SUV hit a 57-year-old woman on Bruckner Boulevard near Brown Place. The left bumper struck her head. She lay bleeding, incoherent, torn open. The driver continued straight. The street bore witness to another brutal impact.

A 2003 Honda SUV struck a 57-year-old woman in the roadway on Bruckner Boulevard near Brown Place in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The left bumper hit her head. She lay bleeding, incoherent, torn open. The driver kept going straight.' The woman suffered severe head injuries and lacerations. She was not at an intersection when hit. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were specified in the data. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside crosswalks, especially on wide, fast-moving streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670946 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard

A GMC SUV struck a Honda sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan’s female driver held a permit license. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled westbound.

According to the police report, a 2018 GMC SUV rear-ended a 2007 Honda sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The SUV driver, a 46-year-old man, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan was driven by a female with a permit license. The crash occurred while both vehicles were traveling westbound, with the SUV slowing or stopping and the sedan going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4669885 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Pedestrian Injured Crossing East 149 Street

A 23-year-old woman was struck while crossing East 149 Street in the Bronx. The vehicle hit her on the right front bumper. She suffered a shoulder and upper arm contusion. The driver was speeding. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on East 149 Street near Concord Avenue in the Bronx. The 23-year-old female was crossing outside a crosswalk when a vehicle traveling north struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to her shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for the driver. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted, but no driver license or vehicle details were provided. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding vehicles impacting vulnerable pedestrians outside intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670944 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Taxi Strikes Sedan Making U-Turn Bronx

A taxi traveling south hit a northbound sedan making a U-turn on Grand Concourse. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were male and licensed. The sedan’s front end and taxi’s left quarter panel were damaged.

According to the police report, a taxi moving straight south on Grand Concourse collided with a sedan making a U-turn northbound. The point of impact was the taxi’s left side doors and the sedan’s center front end. The sedan driver, a 42-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors for the taxi driver. The sedan had two occupants; the taxi had one. Damage was sustained to the front end of the sedan and the left front quarter panel of the taxi.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4668709 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
2
Jeep Slams Chevy on Bronx Corner, Two Drivers Hurt

Steel screamed at East 141 and Bruckner. Jeep smashed Chevy’s rear. Two men, 73 and 37, trapped in twisted seats. Backs and necks broken. Distraction behind the wheel. Pain lingered. The Bronx watched the wreck unfold.

Two drivers were injured when a Jeep SUV struck the rear of a Chevy sedan at the corner of East 141st Street and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'Jeep slammed Chevy’s rear. Steel screamed. A 73-year-old and a 37-year-old, both drivers, crushed in their seats. Belts held. Backs and necks broke. Distraction behind the wheel.' The crash left both men with serious back and neck injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The impact left pain and broken bodies. The Bronx bore witness to another violent collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670223 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Moped Rider Thrown, Leg Torn on East 143rd

A Mercedes veered on East 143rd. Metal hit metal. The moped rider flew, struck pavement. His helmet stayed on. His leg split open. Blood pooled. He screamed, but stayed awake. The street bore witness to pain and inexperience.

A 21-year-old moped rider suffered severe leg lacerations after a crash with a Mercedes on East 143rd Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, the Mercedes veered while changing lanes. The moped and car collided. The rider was ejected and hit the pavement. He wore a helmet and remained conscious, but his leg was badly injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The moped rider was unlicensed. The report notes the helmet only after citing driver inexperience. No pedestrians or passengers were reported hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4673021 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sedan Strikes Boy Crossing Westchester Avenue

A sedan hit a 10-year-old boy crossing Westchester Avenue. The car struck his leg and foot. He suffered bruises. The driver was licensed. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a 10-year-old boy was injured when a 2007 Jeep sedan traveling east on Westchester Avenue struck him with the right front bumper. The child was crossing against the signal, not at an intersection. He suffered contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite specific driver errors. The vehicle was undamaged. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4667753 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
7-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured by SUV in Bronx

A 7-year-old girl was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in the Bronx. The SUV hit her on the left rear quarter panel. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver showed no vehicle damage.

According to the police report, a 7-year-old female pedestrian was injured in the Bronx after being struck by a northbound SUV. The collision occurred as she crossed the street outside a crosswalk or signal. The SUV impacted the pedestrian on its left rear quarter panel. The child sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian's crossing outside a crosswalk is noted but not cited as a cause. No helmet or signal use was recorded.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4664796 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Taxi Merges Into Sedan, Injures Passenger

A taxi merging southbound on Major Deegan Expressway struck the right side of a sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg bruises. Both vehicles traveled south; the taxi caused the impact with its front end.

According to the police report, a taxi merging southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway collided with the right side doors of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 20-year-old female front passenger who was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver was merging, while the sedan driver was going straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors but the taxi’s merging maneuver caused the collision. The passenger was not ejected and sustained moderate injuries. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles legally registered in New York.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4663754 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
E-Bike Ejected in Bronx Left-Turn Crash

A 21-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and injured in a Bronx crash. A BMW sedan made a left turn, striking the bike’s left front bumper. The rider suffered full-body injuries and shock. The driver disregarded traffic control and showed inexperience.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Saint Anns Avenue in the Bronx involving a BMW sedan and an e-bike. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the e-bike traveling northeast. The 21-year-old male e-bike driver was ejected and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and shock. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the e-bike’s right front bumper were damaged. The crash highlights driver error in failing to obey traffic signals and safely navigate the turn.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4663903 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal

A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a concussion and hip injury. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The victim was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing against the signal was hit by a northbound SUV on Bruckner Boulevard. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and upper leg injury but remained conscious. The crash involved a 2002 Chevrolet SUV, which struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4671179 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Motorcycle Crashes Into Sedan on Major Deegan

A motorcycle slammed into the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway. The motorcyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered fractured and dislocated injuries to his knee and lower leg. The motorcycle was demolished on impact.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male motorcyclist traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway collided with the right rear quarter panel of a sedan also traveling south. The motorcyclist was injured with fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The motorcycle sustained severe damage, described as demolished. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet and was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants, and the driver was licensed. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4665850 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx U-Turn Crash

A moped making a U-turn collided with a sedan going straight on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The moped driver, 18, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the moped’s front center.

According to the police report, a moped driver with a learner's permit was making an improper U-turn on Westchester Avenue when his vehicle collided with a sedan traveling northeast. The sedan was going straight ahead and struck the moped with its left front bumper. The moped driver, an 18-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The contributing factor listed was "Turning Improperly," indicating driver error on the moped operator’s part. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4663383 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14