Crash Count for Precinct 40
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,724
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,353
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 614
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 53
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 15
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 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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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 40

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SUV Slams E-Scooter on Westchester Avenue

SUV struck e-scooter at Westchester Ave. Three injured. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Head, leg, and back injuries. Pain and whiplash. Streets remain hostile for the unprotected.

An SUV collided with an e-scooter at 654 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. Three people were injured: the SUV driver suffered head injuries, the front passenger had back injuries, and the e-scooter rider sustained leg injuries. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper hit the e-scooter. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The crash left all injured but conscious. The data points to driver aggression as the cause, underscoring the danger faced by those outside cars.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810049 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUV Driver Inattention Injures Two on Grand Concourse

SUV struck left front. Two inside hurt. Driver distracted. Passenger and driver both shocked, one with concussion, one with whiplash. Streets in the Bronx bear the cost.

A station wagon/SUV traveling south on Grand Concourse at East 138th Street crashed, injuring two occupants. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The driver, a 43-year-old man, suffered a concussion and back injury. A 43-year-old female passenger sustained whiplash and a hip injury. Both were in shock. The SUV's left front bumper took the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists driver distraction and inexperience as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810087 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Man Struck Unconscious on E 149th Street

A 37-year-old man lay bleeding on E 149th Street. A westbound vehicle hit him. His head was torn open. He was not at an intersection. No one else was hurt. The street stayed silent.

A 37-year-old pedestrian was struck and left unconscious on E 149th Street near Brook Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the man suffered severe head lacerations after a westbound vehicle continued straight and hit him. He was not at an intersection. No other injuries were reported. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was found in the roadway, bleeding and unresponsive.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809488 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized

Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.

CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.


Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured

A man clung to his car as a thief sped off. The driver sideswiped a parked car. The victim fell, suffering head trauma and a shattered leg. He faces amputation. The car was found abandoned. The street bears old scars.

NY Daily News reported on April 26, 2025, that a 32-year-old man in Pelham Bay, Bronx, was critically injured after trying to stop a carjacker. Surveillance video shows the victim sprinting to his double-parked Infiniti as a suspect entered and sped away. The suspect sideswiped a parked car, knocking the victim to the street. He suffered head trauma and a fractured leg, and may require amputation. The article quotes a local, 'This has absolutely happened before,' highlighting repeated car thefts in the area. The car was later found abandoned. The incident underscores persistent dangers for bystanders and the ongoing threat of vehicle theft in city neighborhoods.


Sedan Hits E-Scooter at Willis Avenue

A sedan struck an e-scooter on E 138th Street. The e-scooter rider suffered arm injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.

A sedan and an e-scooter collided at E 138th Street and Willis Avenue in the Bronx. The 25-year-old e-scooter rider was injured, suffering a contusion to his arm. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other injuries were specified. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls. No mention of helmet use or signals was listed as a factor. Vulnerable road users bear the brunt when systems fail.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811480 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Man Dragged By Stolen Car In Bronx

A man clung to his car as a thief sped off. The vehicle dragged him down the street. Police found him battered, head and leg broken. The car, abandoned, bore scars of violence. The thief vanished. The city’s system failed to stop it.

According to the New York Post (April 25, 2025), a 32-year-old man was critically injured after being dragged by his own car during a daylight theft on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The article reports, 'Officers found the victim badly injured with trauma to his head and leg a block away.' Surveillance footage shows the man trying to stop the thief by grabbing the car window as it sped away. The Infiniti was later found abandoned with heavy damage. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch called the Bronx 'the absolute best place' in New York City to steal a car, citing a 3.6% rise in thefts in the borough, despite a citywide decrease. The incident highlights ongoing gaps in car theft prevention and prosecution.


Motorscooter Rider Ejected, Arm Broken in Bronx Crash

Motorscooter and SUV collided on Westchester Ave. Rider thrown, arm fractured. Police cite following too closely. Wrecked scooter, shaken passengers. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.

A motorscooter and an SUV crashed on Westchester Ave at Tinton Ave in the Bronx. An 18-year-old motorscooter rider was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Two other men, aged 27 and 39, were listed as occupants and reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor for all involved. The motorscooter was demolished. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808448 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedans Collide on Bruckner Expressway, Driver Injured

Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Expressway. One driver, age 67, took a hit to the shoulder. Metal crumpled. The street stayed hungry.

Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 67-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder injury and abrasion. The vehicles struck center front to center back. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal issues were noted. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the danger of high-speed traffic on city expressways.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807234 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at E 152 St Intersection

A woman crossing 3rd Avenue with the signal was hit by a speeding SUV. She suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and lane changing led to the crash. The street turned violent in a blink.

A 41-year-old woman was crossing 3rd Avenue at E 152nd Street with the signal when a station wagon/SUV struck her. She suffered a head abrasion. According to the police report, unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing were contributing factors. The driver, a 37-year-old woman, was traveling south in the SUV. The report lists no errors by the pedestrian. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection, underscoring the danger posed by driver actions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811053 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Garbage Truck and Sedan Collide on Bruckner

Garbage truck and sedan crashed on Bruckner. One driver suffered back injury. Unsafe lane change and failure to yield led to impact. Metal and bodies jarred. Streets stayed dangerous.

A garbage truck and a sedan collided on Bruckner Blvd at St Anns Pl in the Bronx. One driver, age 28, was injured with back pain. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. Both vehicles had a single occupant. The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel; the truck was damaged on its right front bumper. The crash underscores the risks when drivers change lanes unsafely and fail to yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810032 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx

Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.

ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.


SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Westchester Ave

Sedan slammed into SUV’s rear on Westchester Ave. Three men hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Neck injury reported. Streets stay dangerous.

A sedan struck the back of an SUV at 644 Westchester Ave in the Bronx. Three men were injured, including a driver who suffered neck pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The SUV was hit in the center back end; the sedan’s front was crushed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark in the city’s crash ledger.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808831 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Taxi and SUV Crash Injures Three Passengers

A taxi and SUV collided on East 149th Street. Three passengers, ages 7, 15, and 71, suffered neck injuries. Impact struck the taxi’s right side and the SUV’s front. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.

A taxi and an SUV crashed at 329 E 149th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, three passengers—a 7-year-old boy, a 15-year-old boy, and a 71-year-old woman—sustained neck injuries and whiplash. The taxi was hit on its right side doors; the SUV’s left front bumper took the impact. Both vehicles were traveling west. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The crash left vulnerable passengers hurt, underscoring the risks on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807609 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedans Collide on Major Deegan Expressway, Driver Injured

Two sedans crashed head to tail on Major Deegan. One driver suffered back injuries. Three others were shaken but not seriously hurt. No clear cause named. Metal and bodies took the blow.

Two sedans crashed on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided, with one sedan striking the center back end of the other. One driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Three other occupants, including a 72-year-old woman, reported unspecified injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807233 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on E 138 St

Two vehicles turned left on E 138 St. Metal struck metal. A woman suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane use. The street bore the weight.

A chassis cab and a sedan collided while both made left turns on E 138 St at Gerard Ave in the Bronx. One driver, a 62-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' was a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact hit the sedan's left side doors and the truck's right front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805504 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Cyclist Strikes Child Pedestrian Bronx

A cyclist hit a four-year-old girl crossing E 147 St with the signal. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street saw pain and confusion. The city failed to protect its smallest.

A four-year-old girl was struck by a cyclist while crossing E 147 St at St Anns Ave in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when the bike, traveling north, hit her. According to the police report, the child suffered a fracture and dislocation to her lower leg and foot. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, especially children, even when following traffic signals.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805501 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Three SUVs Crush Pedestrian on E 149th

Three SUVs collided on E 149th. A 52-year-old man was crushed beneath their wheels. He died in the street. The crash left no room for escape. Daylight, metal, and weight ended a life.

A deadly crash unfolded on E 149th Street near Morris Avenue in the Bronx. Three SUVs collided. According to the police report, a 52-year-old pedestrian was crushed beneath the vehicles and died at the scene. The report states, “His body was crushed beneath the weight. He died there, in daylight, under wheels that did not stop in time.” No driver errors or contributing factors were specified in the data. The crash involved multiple drivers and passengers, but only the pedestrian suffered fatal injuries. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803347 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Turn by Sedan Injures Cyclist on E 149 St

A sedan turned wrong on E 149 St. The car struck a 22-year-old cyclist. The cyclist was ejected and hurt his arm. Police cite improper turning. The street stayed dangerous.

A sedan making a U-turn on E 149 St at Brook Ave hit a 22-year-old man riding a bike. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury with a fracture and dislocation. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan’s right front quarter panel struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The data lists no driver errors for the cyclist. The police report does not mention helmet use as a factor. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed the risk of improper turns on Bronx streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803031 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Cyclist Thrown, Severely Hurt on Melrose Ave

A man rides north on Melrose. Metal slams metal. He is thrown, torn open at the waist. Blood pools. He clutches wounds, conscious, waiting for help.

A 48-year-old man riding a bike north on Melrose Ave at E 157th Street was struck and ejected, suffering severe lacerations to his abdomen and pelvis. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The report describes the man conscious at the scene, clutching his wounds. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger when lane usage breaks down.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805516 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04