Crash Count for Precinct 42
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,582
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,594
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 366
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 30
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 12
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 42?

The Bronx Bleeds While City Hall Waits

The Bronx Bleeds While City Hall Waits

Precinct 42: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025

The Deaths Keep Coming

In Precinct 42, the numbers do not lie. Twelve dead. Thirty seriously hurt. Over 1,500 injured. These are not just numbers. Each one is a body on the street, a family left waiting for someone who will not come home. In the last year alone, five people died and thirteen suffered life-changing wounds. The violence does not slow. It does not wait for policy.

Just last month, a driver in Morrisania struck and killed a car wash worker. Police say the driver veered her 2011 Ford Escape directly into the path of another car, pinning Felix Thomas Bontia and leaving him to die. She ran. It took two years to make an arrest. She was charged with manslaughter, vehicular manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide and leaving the scene of an accident, police said.

Earlier this summer, a driver failed a left turn and plowed onto the sidewalk at East 149th and Courtlandt. Six people went down. The driver ran. Cops are looking for a man who rammed into six people after botching a turn at an intersection in the Bronx, authorities said.

The System Moves Slow

The city finally funded a fix for the deadly intersection at East 177th, Devoe, and Tremont. It took seventeen years. In that time, two people died and more than three hundred were hurt. The city calls it an “incredibly complex project.” “We are excited to make progress on this key corridor, which will make incredible pedestrian and vehicular safety improvements,” said Ian Michaels.

But the dead do not care about complexity. They are gone. The living wait for action.

What Leaders and Police Can Do

Local leaders have the power. They can push for lower speed limits. They can demand street redesigns. They can fund enforcement. The police in Precinct 42 can crack down on speeding, reckless turns, and failure to yield. They can target the corners where blood is spilled again and again. They have the tools. They need to use them.

Call to Action

This is not fate. It is failure. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand action. Demand speed enforcement, real fixes for deadly streets, and protection for every person who walks, rides, or waits at the curb. The next victim is only a day away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 42 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Bronx, city council district District 16, assembly district AD 79 and state senate district SD 32.
Which areas are in Precinct 42?
It includes the Morrisania, Claremont Village-Claremont (East), Crotona Park East, Crotona Park, and Bronx CB3 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 15, District 16, and District 17, Assembly Districts AD 79 and AD 85, and State Senate District SD 32.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 42?
Cars and SUVs: 3 deaths, 198 minor injuries, 85 moderate injuries, 4 serious injuries (total 290 incidents). Trucks and Buses: 0 deaths, 13 minor injuries, 6 moderate injuries, 4 serious injuries (total 23 incidents). Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 8 minor injuries, 2 moderate injuries, 1 serious injury (total 11 incidents). Bikes: 0 deaths, 1 minor injury, 1 moderate injury, 0 serious injuries (total 2 incidents).
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 42 police can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and issue failure-to-yield tickets. They can target known crash hotspots and respond quickly to dangerous conditions. The precinct has the tools to act—they just need to use them.
Are these crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
These crashes are preventable. Delayed fixes, weak enforcement, and slow action let the violence continue. Every death and injury is a sign of failure, not fate.
What can local politicians do?
Local politicians can push for lower speed limits, fund street redesigns, and demand stronger enforcement. They can hold agencies accountable for delays and make safety a priority.
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
Althea Stevens
Council Member Althea Stevens
District 16
District Office:
1377 Jerome Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452
718-588-7500
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1766, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6856
Twitter: A_StevensD16
Luis Sepúlveda
State Senator Luis Sepúlveda
District 32
District Office:
975 Kelly St. Suite 203, Bronx, NY 10459
Legislative Office:
Room 412, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 42 Police Precinct 42 sits in Bronx, District 16, AD 79, SD 32.

It contains Bronx CB3, Morrisania, Claremont Village-Claremont (East), Crotona Park East, Crotona Park.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 42

Moped Slams Parked Sedan on 3rd Avenue

A moped struck a parked sedan on 3rd Avenue. The crash left a 44-year-old passenger with severe facial cuts. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard and cold.

A moped collided with a parked sedan at 3rd Avenue and East 166th Street in the Bronx. One passenger, age 44, suffered severe lacerations to the face. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan and a moped, with 'Other Vehicular' listed as the contributing factor. The sedan was parked; the moped was starting from parking. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The report does not specify further driver errors or actions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830941 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Toddler on Claremont Parkway

A Ford SUV hit a three-year-old boy on Claremont Parkway. The child suffered a head injury. No driver error listed. Streets remain dangerous for the smallest New Yorkers.

A Ford SUV struck a three-year-old boy on Claremont Parkway near Park Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the child was a pedestrian, not at an intersection, and suffered a head injury with abrasions. The driver, a 45-year-old man, was licensed and remained uninjured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to children on city streets, even when no fault is assigned.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828405 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Passenger Dies After Bronx Car Crash

A 71-year-old passenger died. A 79-year-old driver struck two cars, then a pole. Metal twisted. Lives changed. The street stayed silent.

CBS New York (2025-07-12) reports a 71-year-old passenger died after a crash in Co-op City, Bronx. Police said a 79-year-old driver 'slammed into two cars before hitting a light pole.' The sequence ended in fatal injury. The article highlights the impact but does not detail causes. The crash underscores risks for passengers and raises questions about driver fitness and street design. No blame is assigned. The facts stand stark.


Distracted Driver Hits Standing Scooter on Southern Blvd

A sedan struck a standing scooter on Southern Blvd. One man suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left bruises and pain. System failed to protect the vulnerable.

A sedan collided with a standing scooter at Southern Blvd and Freeman St in the Bronx. According to the police report, a male scooter driver was injured, suffering a contusion and lower leg trauma. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors were cited. The crash highlights the risk posed by distracted driving, with a vulnerable road user left hurt and partially ejected.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827521 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Claremont Parkway

A sedan and motorcycle crashed on Claremont Parkway. Two men hurt: a 44-year-old driver with back pain, a 17-year-old passenger with leg abrasions. Police cite obstructed view. Metal met flesh. Streets stayed dangerous.

A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Claremont Parkway and 3rd Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, two people were injured: a 44-year-old male driver suffered back pain, and a 17-year-old male passenger sustained abrasions to his leg. The crash involved a sedan starting in traffic and a motorcycle going straight. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet use or signals appears in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827514 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV and Moped Crash on Crotona Avenue

SUV and moped collided on Crotona Avenue. Two drivers injured, one with leg fracture. No cause listed. Night in the Bronx. Metal and bone broke in the dark.

An SUV and a moped collided at 1700 Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, two male drivers, ages 43 and 50, were injured. One suffered a leg fracture and dislocation. The crash also involved two other occupants, but their injuries were unspecified. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. Both vehicles were traveling north. The report does not mention helmet use or signals. The crash left two men hurt and a street marked by impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829610 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Prospect Avenue

Taxi and sedan crashed on Prospect Avenue in the Bronx. One woman suffered a hip injury. Three others were hurt. Both cars were parked before impact. Police list all causes as unspecified.

A taxi and a sedan collided near 971 Prospect Avenue in the Bronx. Four people were hurt. According to the police report, a 30-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a hip injury and contusion. Three other occupants, including a child, sustained unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823949 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bronx Driver Hits Three Pedestrians

A car slammed into three men at Hunts Point. One lies in critical condition. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The driver faces charges. Blood stains the Bronx night.

ABC7 reported on June 28, 2025, that a driver struck three pedestrians at Hunts Point Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard. Police say Charles Jenkins, 28, collided with a Mercedes, then hit three men and several parked cars. One victim, age 33, was critically hurt; two others are stable. Jenkins faces multiple vehicular assault charges. ABC7 notes, 'Authorities are trying to determine what led up to the collision.' The crash highlights the danger at busy Bronx intersections and the consequences when drivers lose control.


Ambulance and Taxi Collide on E 173 St Bronx

Ambulance and taxi crashed at E 173 St. Two passengers hurt. Back injuries. Metal and glass. Sirens and pain. No clear cause. The street swallowed another day.

An ambulance and a taxi collided at 1010 E 173 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were making left turns when they struck each other. Two people were injured: a 31-year-old female taxi driver and a 39-year-old male passenger, both suffering back injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824275 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing at Webster Avenue

SUV hit a woman crossing at Webster Avenue. Her leg broke. Driver turned right. No driver error listed. The street stayed open. The wound was real.

A 36-year-old woman was struck by a Ford SUV while crossing at the intersection of E 170 St and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, the SUV was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian. The report lists no specific driver error or contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, as noted in the data, but no driver action is cited as a cause. The SUV showed no damage. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823417 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Convertible U-Turn Slams Cyclist on E 163rd

Convertible swung a U-turn. Cyclist struck, thrown, shoulder shattered. Aggressive driving and failure to keep right fueled the crash. Blood on the Bronx street. Shock and pain followed.

A cyclist riding west on E 163rd Street in the Bronx was struck by a convertible making a U-turn. The impact ejected the 32-year-old cyclist, causing a fractured and dislocated shoulder. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Keep Right' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage.' The cyclist was left in shock. The report also notes 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard basic road rules.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823416 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unsafe Speed Crash Injures Motorist on E 169 St

A sedan and standing vehicle collided at unsafe speed on E 169 St. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. The street saw chaos. Metal and bodies took the hit.

A crash on E 169 St and 3 Ave in the Bronx involved a sedan and a standing vehicle. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. One driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and a contusion. Three other occupants, including a passenger and two drivers, were also involved but had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for all parties. No other causes or contributing factors were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822783 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Struck While Parked on E 167th Street

A parked Ford sedan took a hit to its right rear bumper. One woman suffered neck injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.

A Ford sedan, parked near 943 E 167th Street in the Bronx, was struck on its right rear bumper by another vehicle. One woman, the driver, sustained neck injuries and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as the contributing factor. The impact targeted the parked vehicle’s rear, leaving the driver with whiplash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any errors by the injured party. The only listed safety equipment was a lap belt and harness, noted after the driver error.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822781 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Scooter Crash Leaves Teen Critical in Bronx

A scooter slammed into a Honda Pilot before dawn. The passenger, eighteen, hit the road hard. The driver fled. Three more hurt in the cars. Sirens wailed. No arrests. The street stayed cold and dangerous.

According to the New York Post (published June 21, 2025), an 18-year-old scooter passenger was left in critical condition after a crash on the Hutchinson River Parkway in the Bronx. Police said the scooter collided with a Honda Pilot around 4 a.m., triggering a chain reaction that involved a Honda Accord. The article reports, "The moped's driver fled with the bike before cops arrived." Three passengers in each car were also injured and taken to Jacobi Hospital. No arrests had been made by Saturday afternoon. The incident highlights the dangers faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about driver accountability and the effectiveness of current enforcement on city parkways.


Cyclist Ejected in E-Bike Collision on Prospect Ave

A 50-year-old cyclist was thrown from her bike after a crash with an e-bike on Prospect Ave. She suffered arm abrasions and shock. The impact hit the left front bumper. No driver errors listed.

A 50-year-old woman riding a bike collided with an e-bike at 1221 Prospect Ave in the Bronx. She was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her arm, as well as shock. According to the police report, the crash involved an e-bike and a bike. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact struck the left front bumper of the bike.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823399 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Driver Injured by Distracted Sedan on Hoe Ave

A moped driver was struck and injured by a distracted sedan on Hoe Ave. She suffered arm bruises and was partially ejected. Both drivers failed to pay attention. The street stayed dangerous and dark.

A moped and a sedan collided on Hoe Ave at E 173 St in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 30-year-old woman, was partially ejected and suffered a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The moped driver was unlicensed. The sedan showed no damage, while the moped was struck on its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the danger of distraction behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820602 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bronx Navy Veteran Killed In Road Rage

Drag racers struck a car. Words were exchanged. Gunfire followed. Keino Campbell, Navy vet, fell in the Bronx night. Three shots to the chest. His mother grieves. The street stays dangerous. The system failed to keep him safe.

According to the New York Post (2025-06-18), Keino Campbell, 27, was shot and killed in a road rage incident after confronting two drag racers who had bumped his car in the Bronx. The article reports, "Keino Campbell, 27, was shot three times in the chest in a road rage incident." Police arrested Michael Aracena, 20, charging him with murder, manslaughter, and weapon possession. Another suspect, accused of handing over the gun, remains at large. The incident highlights the lethal risks of illegal street racing and the easy escalation of violence on city roads. Systemic failures in preventing reckless driving and gun access contributed to the tragedy.


Teen Critically Hurt In Bronx Subway Fall

A 14-year-old fell from a Bronx No. 5 train. He hit the tracks hard. Medics rushed him to Jacobi. His face and body took the blow. Police charged another teen. Subway surfing keeps taking young lives.

NY Daily News reported on June 17, 2025, that a 14-year-old boy suffered critical injuries after falling from the top of a northbound No. 5 train near Baychester Ave. Police said he was with two other teens. One, age 17, was arrested for reckless endangerment and trespass. The third fled. The article notes, 'Six people, most of them teens, died subway surfing in the city last year. The youngest was just 11.' This year, two have died already. The NYPD and MTA have increased enforcement and launched campaigns to deter subway surfing, including drone patrols and public messaging. The incident highlights persistent dangers on the transit system and ongoing risks for young riders.


Navy Veteran Shot Dead In Bronx

A Navy veteran died in the Bronx. A driver shot him. Police made an arrest. The street became a killing ground. Metal, anger, and a gun ended a life. The city mourns. The danger remains.

CBS New York reported on June 16, 2025, that Keino Campbell, 27, a U.S. Navy veteran, was shot and killed in the Bronx during an alleged road rage incident. The article states, “An arrest was made after Keino Campbell, 27, was shot and killed over the weekend in New York City.” The incident highlights the lethal mix of driver aggression and firearms on city streets. Road rage escalated to deadly violence, turning a routine drive into tragedy. The arrest points to a clear driver action—use of a gun following a traffic dispute. The case underscores the urgent need for policy solutions addressing armed drivers and the dangers they pose to all road users.


Ambulance and Sedan Collide on Washington Ave

Ambulance and sedan crashed at Washington Ave and E 163 St. Two drivers injured. Police cite traffic control ignored and alcohol. Metal, glass, pain. System failed.

An ambulance and a sedan collided at Washington Ave and E 163 St in the Bronx. Two drivers were injured—one with head pain, the other with facial abrasions. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Alcohol Involvement' contributed to the crash. Both vehicles suffered front and side damage. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist victims. Driver errors, including ignoring traffic controls and alcohol use, are cited as primary causes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821333 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04