Jul 26 - Two sedans collided at East Bay Avenue and Casanova Street in the Bronx. A 54-year-old woman driving one car suffered crush injuries to her hip and upper leg. Police recorded driver inexperience and inattention; one driver was unlicensed.

Two sedans collided at East Bay Avenue and Casanova Street in the Bronx. “According to the police report, a 54-year-old woman driving one vehicle suffered crush injuries to her hip and upper leg.” Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The involved vehicles were both sedans: one had center-front damage after traveling south; the other had right-side door damage after traveling west. The report notes multiple occupants, including a 3-year-old passenger, and does not list pedestrian or cyclist injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830734 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jul 25 - A box truck driver struck a sedan's left rear on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, 30, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cited "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way."

A box truck driver struck the left rear quarter of a sedan on Faile Street near East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Air bag deployed in the injured driver's vehicle. According to the police report, both "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" contributed to the crash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The truck sustained center-front damage; the sedan was damaged at the left rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830287 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jul 15 - A taxi driver was shot in the Bronx after a fare dispute. The driver survived. The shooter fled but was arrested. Violence erupted over a $40 ride. Police acted fast. The street was left scarred.

According to ABC7 (2025-07-15), a 27-year-old taxi driver, Alusine Barrie, was shot in the abdomen during a fare dispute on Nelson Avenue, Bronx. The shooter, Joseph Meeks, 76, tried four credit cards before the argument escalated. ABC7 reports, "Mr. Barrie asked him to get out of the car and pay him, instead of paying him he shot him in the stomach." Meeks, with about 60 prior arrests, was charged with attempted murder. The United Federation of Taxi Drivers urged the district attorney to deny bail. The incident highlights risks faced by drivers and exposes gaps in passenger screening and fare enforcement.

• Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-07-15

Jul 14 - SUV turned left on Faile Street. Driver failed to yield. Struck a 62-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Impact was sharp, sudden.

A station wagon SUV, driven by a 37-year-old woman, struck a 62-year-old pedestrian who was crossing Faile Street with the signal at Westchester Avenue. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her arm. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828350 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jul 13 - A car struck two vehicles and a pole on Bartow Ave. Eight people hurt. Stella Nyarko-Dei, 71, died. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the scars. All drivers stayed. Police investigate.

According to NY Daily News (2025-07-13), a 79-year-old driver crashed into two cars and a light pole in the Bronx, killing his 71-year-old passenger, Stella Nyarko-Dei, and injuring seven others. The article states, "The impact sent the Hyundai careening into an unoccupied parked car." All drivers remained at the scene. Police said, "The cause of the crash was not immediately known." No arrests were made. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle collisions and the vulnerability of passengers. Authorities continue to investigate the sequence and cause of the crash.

• Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-13

Jul 3 - A Mustang jumped the curb in Melrose, struck six pedestrians, shattered scaffolding, then the driver fled. Screams echoed. Blood on the sidewalk. Police hunt for suspects. Steel and flesh collided. No arrests.

ABC7 reported on July 3, 2025, that a Ford Mustang struck six pedestrians after mounting the curb and crashing into scaffolding at East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, stopped at a turn, accelerated into a crosswalk where 'people in the crosswalk had the right of way.' Witnesses described panic and pain. The suspects abandoned the damaged car and fled. All victims were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the danger when drivers disregard pedestrian priority. No arrests have been made.

• Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt, ABC7, Published 2025-07-03

Jul 1 - A truck turned left into a sedan on Bruckner. Two men in the sedan suffered back injuries. Metal and glass. Whiplash. The police list no clear cause. Streets in the Bronx stay dangerous.

A tractor truck and a sedan crashed at Bruckner Boulevard and Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck was making a left turn while the sedan went straight. Two men in the sedan, ages 31 and 34, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No driver errors are detailed. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824668 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jul 1 - A driver lost consciousness on Barry Street. Two people were hurt. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. Police cite illness as the cause. Metal and bodies collided. The street bore the cost.

A crash on Barry Street in the Bronx left two vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness due to illness, causing the collision. The report lists 'Illnes' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. A 37-year-old female driver and a 35-year-old male passenger suffered injuries, including back and leg trauma. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond the driver’s medical emergency.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824525 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jun 28 - Five hospitalized after Bronx crash. Pedestrians struck. Driver fled. Police made arrest. Metal and bodies met on city streets. System failed to shield the vulnerable.

CBS New York (2025-06-28) reports a Bronx man was arrested after a multivehicle crash sent five people, including pedestrians, to the hospital. The article states, "The suspect allegedly fled the scene after the crash, which injured several pedestrians." The incident highlights the danger of hit-and-runs and the failure to protect those on foot. The crash underscores persistent risks for pedestrians and the urgent need for safer streets.

• Bronx Crash Injures Pedestrians, Driver Flees, CBS New York, Published 2025-06-28

Jun 27 - Two sedans collided on Hunts Point Ave, Bronx. Three pedestrians not in the roadway were injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Impact left bodies broken, pain sharp, danger clear.

Two sedans crashed at Hunts Point Ave and Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. Three pedestrians, not in the roadway, were struck and injured. One suffered crush injuries and lost consciousness. Two drivers and two passengers were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' One driver was unlicensed. The impact was severe, with injuries to entire bodies and one abdomen. The report lists no helmet or signal issues for those injured. Systemic failure at the intersection left vulnerable people hurt.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823764 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jun 22 - A cyclist riding north on Dawson Street crashed and broke his leg. No other vehicles involved. The street stayed quiet. The wound was deep. The pain was sharp.

A 31-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding north on Dawson Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a fracture and dislocation to his lower leg and foot. No other vehicles were involved. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No driver errors or external hazards were documented in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822665 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jun 21 - A moped crash on Hutchinson River Parkway left an 18-year-old woman sprawled on the asphalt, clinging to life. The driver fled. Metal and bodies scattered. Six others hurt. The road stayed open. The danger stayed real.

NY Daily News reported on June 21, 2025, that an 18-year-old woman was critically injured after being thrown from a moped in a multi-vehicle crash on the Hutchinson River Parkway in the Bronx. According to police, 'the moped driver sped away from the 3:45 a.m. crash,' leaving the woman on the road. The crash began when a Honda Accord hit a Honda Pilot, which then struck the moped from behind, ejecting the passenger. The moped operator stopped briefly but fled before first responders arrived. Six others from the involved vehicles were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights the risks of multi-vehicle collisions and the consequences when drivers abandon crash scenes, leaving vulnerable road users exposed and unprotected.

• Moped Passenger Critically Hurt in Bronx Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-21

Jun 18 - Two SUVs slammed together in the Bronx. Three people bruised, battered. Drivers ignored traffic controls. Speed and recklessness tore metal and flesh. The street bore the scars.

Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Avenue St John near Kelly Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, three occupants suffered injuries: a 43-year-old man with leg bruises, a 60-year-old man with neck contusions, and a 23-year-old man with leg injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Multiple drivers failed to obey traffic controls. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. All injured persons were vehicle occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822531 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jun 16 - A road rage clash in the Bronx turned deadly. Keino Campbell, a Navy veteran, was shot three times while driving. He crashed a few blocks away and died at the hospital. Police arrested Michael Aracena for murder.

NY Daily News reported on June 16, 2025, that Michael Aracena, 20, was arrested for the murder of Keino Campbell, 27, during a road rage incident in the Bronx. According to police, Campbell was driving near Co-op City at 2 a.m. when a confrontation escalated. Aracena allegedly shot Campbell three times in the chest. The wounded Campbell drove off but lost consciousness and crashed near Givan and Palmer Avenues. He died shortly after at Jacobi Medical Center. The article states, 'Campbell was shot three times in the chest as the quarrel escalated.' This case highlights the lethal risks of armed confrontations on city streets and raises questions about gun access and road conflict escalation.

• Navy Veteran Killed In Bronx Shooting, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-16

Jun 10 - Two sedans collided on Garrison Ave. A 63-year-old passenger suffered neck injuries. Both cars showed no visible damage. No driver errors listed. Streets stay dangerous.

Two sedans crashed on Garrison Ave at Grinnell Pl in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 63-year-old male passenger suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling south and struck center front to center back. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Streets remain hazardous for those inside cars, even when no fault is found.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821795 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jun 10 - A moped slammed on Fox Street. Both riders thrown. Head wounds marked the scene. No helmets. Improper lane use and inexperience led to pain. The Bronx night echoed with sirens and blood.

A moped crash on Fox Street in the Bronx left two young men injured. According to the police report, both the 20-year-old driver and a 21-year-old passenger were ejected from the moped and suffered head injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Neither rider wore safety equipment. The moped showed no damage, but the impact was severe enough to cause abrasions and contusions. Both men were conscious at the scene. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vulnerable road users when driver errors and inexperience combine.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819290 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jun 9 - A sedan struck the center back end on Bruckner Expressway. The driver, a 40-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police list all contributing factors as unspecified. Passengers were involved. One person was hurt.

A crash took place on Bruckner Expressway involving a 2018 Infiniti sedan registered in Massachusetts. According to the police report, the sedan was heading south and struck the center back end. The 40-year-old woman driving the car suffered neck injuries and was conscious at the scene. Passengers were also present but did not report injuries. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield are identified in the data. No mention is made of helmet use or turn signals as contributing factors. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants on city highways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819261 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jun 2 - A moped tore down E 167 St. It hit a parked SUV. The moped driver, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He suffered a head injury and broken bones. Unsafe speed and distraction fueled the crash. The street echoed with sirens and pain.

According to the police report, a moped traveling west on E 167 St in the Bronx struck the center rear of a parked SUV. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man without a license, was ejected and sustained a head injury and fractures. Four other occupants, including drivers and registrants of involved vehicles, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver was not using any safety equipment. No blame is placed on those injured. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed and distraction on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817513 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jun 2 - A sedan hit an 84-year-old man crossing Spofford Avenue at Manida Street. The impact left him with a head injury. Police cite obstructed view and glare. The driver and a passenger were also listed as injured. The street stayed open. Danger lingered.

An 84-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury after being struck by a sedan while crossing Spofford Avenue at Manida Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, the crash occurred as the man crossed in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Glare' as contributing factors. Both the driver, a 58-year-old man, and a female passenger were also listed as injured. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the pedestrian. No vehicle damage was reported. The police report makes no mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals as contributing factors. The crash highlights the persistent danger faced by those on foot in New York City streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817906 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jun 2 - A man stood on the RFK Bridge. A car hit him. The driver fled. Police found the man, lifeless, on the Manhattan-bound roadway. No arrests. The bridge stayed open. The city kept moving. The investigation drags on.

ABC7 reported on June 2, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run on the RFK Bridge near 125th Street. Police said the man, identity unknown, was struck by a vehicle 'as it was exiting the RFK Bridge.' The driver did not stop. Officers responded just before 1 p.m. and found the victim on the Manhattan-bound roadway. He was pronounced dead at NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the persistent danger for pedestrians on major city crossings and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes.

• Pedestrian Killed In RFK Bridge Hit-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-06-02