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.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 40

SUV Passing Strikes Sedan Turning Left

A BMW SUV passed improperly on Jackson Avenue in the Bronx. It hit a Ford sedan making a left turn. The sedan’s driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The impact damaged both vehicles’ front ends.

According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling north on Jackson Avenue attempted to pass improperly and collided with a Ford sedan making a left turn northwest. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front quarter panel and the sedan’s left front bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was the sole occupant and held a valid license.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4662305 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Walton Avenue

SUV hit a 25-year-old woman on a bike. Both moved south. The SUV struck the bike’s front. The cyclist suffered head abrasions. Police cite driver distraction. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2022 Chevrolet SUV struck her on Walton Avenue. Both the cyclist and the SUV traveled south. The SUV hit the bike’s left front quarter panel, damaging its right side doors. The cyclist suffered head abrasions but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the SUV driver and the cyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist. Driver distraction stands out as the key error leading to this crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4665869 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Woman Falls From Box Truck, Crushed on Union Avenue

A woman clung to a moving box truck on Union Avenue. She lost her grip. She fell. Her head struck the ground. The wheels rolled over her. The truck kept going. The street stayed silent. She was left with crushing injuries.

A 34-year-old woman was riding on the outside of a box truck near East 156th Street on Union Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, she fell from the moving vehicle, struck her head, and was run over by the truck’s wheels. She suffered severe crush injuries. The report notes, 'A woman, 34, clung to the outside of a moving box truck. No belt. No shield. She fell. Her head struck. The wheels crushed. The truck kept north.' The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The woman was not using any safety equipment, as noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4660646 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Bus Strikes Toddler Crossing Prospect Avenue

A bus hit a two-year-old boy on Prospect Avenue. The child crossed outside the crosswalk. Blood pooled from his leg. He lay conscious on the pavement. The bus rolled south, its front untouched. No stop. No signal. The street stayed silent.

A two-year-old boy was struck by a bus near 671 Prospect Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the child was crossing the street without a crosswalk or signal when the bus, traveling south, hit him with its center front end. The boy suffered severe lacerations to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the bus did not stop and showed no visible damage. Contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are identified in the data. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4661468 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 29-year-old woman was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Saint Anns Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Saint Anns Avenue struck a pedestrian at the intersection with East 134 Street. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old woman, was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and hit her with the vehicle's right front bumper. She sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659989 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
2
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Into City Bus

A drunk, unlicensed man crashed his Honda into a city bus on 3rd Avenue. Doors buckled. A Hyundai struck next. Blood ran down his legs. No seatbelt. Steel screamed. The street held its breath. One man suffered severe leg wounds.

A violent crash unfolded near 3rd Avenue and East 149th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a drunk, unlicensed man driving a Honda sedan slammed into a city bus. The bus doors buckled from the impact. A Hyundai SUV then struck the scene. The unlicensed sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, was not wearing a seatbelt and suffered severe lacerations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. The driver’s lack of a license and absence of safety equipment are also noted. No injuries to bus passengers or other drivers are reported in the data. The crash left blood on the street and steel twisted, underscoring the danger when impaired, unlicensed drivers operate vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4663738 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
2
SUV Hits E-Scooter on East 161 Street

An SUV struck an e-scooter turning right on East 161 Street in the Bronx. The e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Both the scooter driver and passenger were injured. Police cite pedestrian/bicyclist confusion as a factor.

According to the police report, a 2017 Dodge SUV traveling east on East 161 Street collided with a northbound e-scooter making a right turn. The e-scooter driver, age 22, was ejected and sustained head injuries with abrasions. A passenger on the scooter, also 22, was ejected and injured with head abrasions. The SUV's point of impact was the left front bumper, damaging its center front end. The e-scooter's front end was also damaged. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors from the SUV were specified. The scooter driver had a permit license and was not wearing safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4660255 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Moped Struck Sedan’s Left Side Doors

A moped collided with a sedan on East 138 Street in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 54-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage and driver distraction. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.

According to the police report, a moped traveling eastbound on East 138 Street struck the left side doors of a sedan also traveling eastbound. The moped driver, a 54-year-old man, was injured with contusions and upper arm and shoulder injuries but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction," indicating errors by the moped driver. The moped driver was wearing a helmet. The sedan sustained damage to its right rear quarter panel. No other injuries or victims were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659659 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Westchester Avenue

A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx late at night. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver followed too closely and had limited view. Both vehicles hit front-center.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a 2017 Ford sedan collided with him on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The sedan and bike both impacted at their center front ends. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash occurred at 11:53 p.m. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the bicyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4660412 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on East 135th Street

A sedan sped west on East 135th. It hit a 58-year-old man head-on. He lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The car showed no damage. The street stayed silent. The man did not move.

A sedan traveling west on East 135th Street near Brook Avenue struck a 58-year-old man head-on. According to the police report, the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no damage. The man suffered severe head injuries and remained on the pavement. The police report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's speed and failure to yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4660607 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Unlicensed Driver Hits Parked Car, Injures Passenger

A sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked car on East 149 Street in the Bronx. The front passenger suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver inexperience and slippery pavement. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female front passenger was injured when a sedan driven by an unlicensed male driver traveling eastbound on East 149 Street collided with a parked sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the parked car. The passenger sustained chest injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and slippery pavement as contributing factors. The driver was unlicensed, and the parked vehicle had four occupants, none of whom were reported injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659380 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
3
Bronx SUV Rear-Ends Another, Injuring Three

Two SUVs collided on East 149 Street in the Bronx. The rear vehicle struck the front one while stopped in traffic. Three occupants suffered head injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and inexperience caused the crash.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided on East 149 Street in the Bronx. The rear vehicle, traveling east, struck the center back end of the front SUV, which was stopped in traffic. Three occupants in the front vehicle were injured, including the driver and two passengers, all suffering head injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The rear vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. No pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted and inexperienced driving in traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659911 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Dump Truck Turn Left, Motorcyclist Bleeds Out

A dump truck turned left on Prospect Avenue. A KTM motorcycle slammed into its rear. A 22-year-old woman, helmetless, hit hard. Blood pooled. She lay conscious, hurt, alone. The truck stood untouched. The street bore the mark.

A crash on Prospect Avenue involved a dump truck making a left turn and a KTM motorcycle traveling straight. The motorcycle struck the rear of the truck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The 22-year-old woman riding the motorcycle suffered severe bleeding across her entire body and was conscious at the scene. She was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The dump truck showed no damage. The data lists driver inattention as a factor, highlighting the systemic danger when large vehicles turn across traffic. The victim was alone on the street after impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659341 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
2
SUV Left Turn Hits Van on Bruckner Blvd

A Jeep SUV making a left turn collided with a northbound van on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered back injuries. The SUV driver was unlicensed. Traffic control was disregarded, and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old unlicensed male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was making a left turn on Bruckner Boulevard when he collided with a northbound van. The van's driver was a licensed male. Both occupants of the SUV were injured, suffering back injuries and complaints of pain and whiplash. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the van. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights driver errors involving disregard for traffic controls and unsafe speed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4664794 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left Bronx

A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of an SUV making a left turn on East 138 Street in the Bronx. The female motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The SUV driver was licensed and made the turn northbound.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old female motorcyclist traveling westbound on East 138 Street collided with a northbound SUV making a left turn. The motorcyclist was injured with contusions to her hip and upper leg but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inexperience" as contributing factors for the motorcyclist. The SUV driver, a licensed male from Connecticut, had no vehicle damage and was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659366 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Crash

A sedan and a bicycle collided on Melrose Avenue in the Bronx. The 18-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The bicyclist was unlicensed and riding westbound when struck by the northbound sedan.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Melrose Avenue involving a sedan traveling north and a bicycle traveling west. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was unlicensed. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, struck the bike with its right front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist. Vehicle damage was recorded on the sedan's center front end, while the bike showed no damage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659340 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
2
Moped and SUV Collide on East 149 Street

A moped and SUV collided on East 149 Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles struck front and left quarter panel. Two occupants on the moped were partially ejected and suffered chest fractures. Both drivers were injured and in shock.

According to the police report, a moped traveling west and a Jeep SUV traveling south collided on East 149 Street near Tinton Avenue in the Bronx. The moped struck the SUV's left front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped carried two occupants, including a 42-year-old unlicensed male driver and a 53-year-old female passenger. Both were partially ejected and sustained chest injuries including fractures and dislocations. The SUV had two occupants, including a licensed male driver who was also injured. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers and the passenger were in shock and suffered serious injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659914 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Moped Driver Ejected on Westchester Avenue

A moped driver was ejected and injured on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The driver suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries. The SUV involved showed no damage. The crash happened at night with the SUV making a left turn.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured and ejected during a collision on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The moped was traveling eastbound, and the SUV was making a left turn westbound. The moped sustained front-end damage, while the SUV showed no damage. The driver wore a helmet but suffered abrasions and an upper arm injury. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV’s left turn and the moped’s straight travel led to the impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4654735 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Slams Into Car Doors Bronx

A 23-year-old unlicensed motorcyclist sped east on East 156 Street, ignored traffic control, and crashed into left side doors. He suffered fractured leg and foot. No helmet. He stayed conscious. The Bronx street bore the brunt.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male motorcyclist, unlicensed and without a helmet, was traveling east on East 156 Street in the Bronx when he disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed. The motorcycle struck the left side doors of another vehicle. The rider was not ejected but suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was used. The rider remained conscious after the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4654570 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Unlicensed Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Collision

A 38-year-old unlicensed moped driver collided with a taxi making a right turn on Westchester Avenue. The moped struck the taxi’s front end, causing partial ejection and severe leg injuries. The driver was conscious and wearing a helmet.

According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Westchester Avenue collided with a taxi making a right turn westbound. The moped struck the taxi’s center front end with its right front quarter panel. The moped driver, a 38-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious at the scene and wearing a motorcycle helmet. The report notes the moped driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors were specified. The taxi had no occupants at the time. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front ends.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4654571 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14