Crash Count for Precinct 43
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,340
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,462
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 441
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 41
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 23
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 7, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 43?

Hit-and-Run City: Bronx Blood on Their Hands

Hit-and-Run City: Bronx Blood on Their Hands

Precinct 43: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 9, 2025

The Deaths Keep Coming

In Precinct 43, the numbers do not lie. Twenty-three people killed. Forty-one left with serious injuries. Over 2,400 hurt since 2022. The dead are not numbers. They are neighbors, children, elders. They are the man crossing White Plains Road, the woman struck at midnight on West 174th. They are the cab driver left bleeding in his seat while the driver ran.

Just last week, a woman was killed in a hit-and-run in Morris Heights. The car did not stop. Police searched the alley where she died. No arrests. No answers. A Bronx woman is dead after a hit-and-run in Morris Heights. The story is always the same. The driver flees. The family waits.

Speed is the weapon. In another case, a driver tore through a 25 mph zone at 77 mph, ran a red, and slammed into a livery cab. The cabbie, Robert Godwin, never made it home. The driver left him dying in the street. “This defendant was allegedly driving three times the speed limit when her SUV slammed into a livery cab, and she fled the scene without checking on the driver’s condition or waiting for first responders to arrive,” said District Attorney Darcel Clark.

The Police and the Power They Hold

The 43rd Precinct has the tools. They can ticket speeders. They can crack down on failure to yield. They can target the corners where people keep dying. But the deaths keep coming. The silence is loud.

Leadership: Action or Delay?

Local leaders have the power to act. They can push for lower speed limits, redesign streets, and demand enforcement. They can call for cameras and real penalties for repeat offenders. Or they can wait for the next name to be added to the list.

The Next Step Is Yours

This is not fate. It is policy. Every death is a choice made by those in charge. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand action. Do not wait for another family to grieve.

Take action now.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 43 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Bronx, city council district District 18, assembly district AD 85 and state senate district SD 29.
Which areas are in Precinct 43?
It includes the Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River, Soundview-Clason Point, Castle Hill-Unionport, Parkchester, Soundview Park, Westchester Square, and Bronx CB9 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 17 and District 18, Assembly Districts AD 85 and AD 87, and State Senate Districts SD 29, SD 32, and SD 34.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 43?
Cars and SUVs: 8 deaths, 270 minor injuries, 86 moderate injuries, 11 serious injuries (375 total incidents). Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 5 minor injuries, 3 moderate injuries, 1 serious injury (9 total). Bikes: 0 deaths, 6 minor injuries, 4 moderate injuries (10 total). NYC Open Data
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 43 can enforce speed limits, issue tickets for reckless driving and failure to yield, and target crash hotspots. They can respond to dangerous conditions and act before the next tragedy. As recent deaths show, enforcement and presence matter.
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. Most crashes are preventable. Speeding, failure to yield, and reckless driving are choices. Every death is a policy failure, not fate.
What can local politicians do?
They can lower speed limits, redesign streets, expand camera enforcement, and push for real penalties for repeat offenders. They can demand action from police and DOT. Or they can do nothing and let the deaths continue.
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

Emérita Torres
Assembly Member Emérita Torres
District 85
District Office:
1163 Manor Ave. Store Front 1, Bronx, NY 10472
Legislative Office:
Room 833, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Amanda Farías
Council Member Amanda Farías
District 18
District Office:
1231 Lafayette Avenue, 2nd Floor, Bronx, NY 10474
718-792-1140
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1771, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7375
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 43 Police Precinct 43 sits in Bronx, District 18, AD 85, SD 29.

It contains Bronx CB9, Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River, Soundview-Clason Point, Castle Hill-Unionport, Parkchester, Soundview Park, Westchester Square.

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

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 43

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Six Injured as SUV and Sedan Collide Head-On

SUV and sedan smashed front to front on Watson Avenue. Six people hurt. Heads struck, faces bruised, arms battered. All stayed conscious. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the crash.

According to the police report, a 2017 SUV heading west on Watson Avenue struck a 2020 sedan turning left to go south. The crash left six occupants injured—drivers and passengers—suffering concussions, facial wounds, and arm bruises. All were conscious and restrained. The SUV's right front and the sedan's left front took the hit. The report lists only unspecified contributing factors, with no mention of driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4607562 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
2
Unlicensed Driver Crashes Sedan on Olmstead Avenue

A 17-year-old unlicensed driver crashed a sedan into a parked vehicle on Olmstead Avenue in the Bronx. The driver and a 13-year-old front-seat passenger suffered serious injuries. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a 17-year-old male driver, unlicensed, was driving north on Olmstead Avenue when he collided head-on with a parked vehicle. The crash injured the driver and a 13-year-old male front passenger. Both occupants sustained serious injuries: the driver had abrasions to his knee and lower leg, and the passenger was semiconscious with injuries to his entire body. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. The driver’s unlicensed status is noted. The collision involved a sedan striking the center back end of a parked vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4609837 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Bronx Pedestrian Injured in SUV Collision

A 30-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Merrill Street in the Bronx. Two SUVs collided amid aggressive driving. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to his hip and upper leg. Police reported aggressive driving as a key factor.

According to the police report, a collision involving two SUVs occurred on Merrill Street in the Bronx at 8:30 p.m. A 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection, sustaining internal injuries to his hip and upper leg. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors for both vehicles involved. One SUV was traveling west while the other was parked before the crash. The pedestrian's actions are unspecified, and no contributing factors were assigned to him. The collision caused damage to the left side doors and front quarter panels of the vehicles. The police report highlights aggressive driving as the primary driver error in this incident.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4607780 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Bronx Garbage Truck Driver Injured in Collision

A garbage truck driver suffered a head contusion in a crash on Sheridan Boulevard. The truck and a flatbed truck, both parked, collided frontally. The driver was conscious but injured. Police cited driver inattention and aggressive driving as causes.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Sheridan Boulevard in the Bronx involving a garbage truck and a flatbed truck, both parked before impact. The garbage truck driver, a 29-year-old man, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the garbage truck and the left front bumper of the flatbed. The driver was not ejected and was the sole injured party. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4599856 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Croes Avenue

A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Croes Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old man, lost consciousness and was injured. Police found illegal drugs involved. The driver was restrained but unconscious after impact.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver in a sedan collided with a parked SUV on Croes Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was the sole occupant and was injured, losing consciousness during the crash. The report lists illegal drugs as a contributing factor and notes the driver lost consciousness. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper, the point of impact. The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of collision. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by impaired driving and loss of consciousness behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4599422 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Expressway

A 31-year-old woman driving a sedan was partially ejected and injured in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. The SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. Unsafe speed by the SUV driver caused the collision. The sedan driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver of a sedan was partially ejected and sustained hip and upper leg injuries after her vehicle was struck from behind by an SUV on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was traveling north and impacted the sedan’s left rear bumper. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness but still suffered significant injury. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused the sedan driver to experience shock and complaint of pain or nausea.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597802 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Slams Into Another on Cross Bronx Expressway

Two SUVs collided eastbound on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The rear driver took the hit, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Metal crumpled. No cause listed. The road stayed ruthless.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles crashed while heading east on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The rear SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 56-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious. He wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the lead SUV.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597806 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
14-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured on Lafayette Avenue

A 14-year-old girl riding a bike west on Lafayette Avenue was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The police cited bicyclist error and disregarded traffic control as factors.

According to the police report, a 14-year-old female bicyclist traveling west on Lafayette Avenue collided with a northbound 2022 Kia SUV. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The SUV had no damage and the driver was licensed. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights confusion and failure to obey traffic controls by the bicyclist as key elements in the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4598202 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV at Unsafe Speed

An unlicensed 18-year-old male driver crashed a 2022 SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck an object head-on at high speed. The driver suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, an 18-year-old male driver operating a 2022 SUV in the Bronx crashed while traveling westbound. The crash involved a center front end impact. The driver was unlicensed and contributed to the crash through unsafe speed and driver inexperience. He was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The driver sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inexperience as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4594757 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bronx River Parkway

A Nissan SUV struck a sedan from behind on the Bronx River Parkway. Both drivers suffered neck injuries with whiplash. The crash happened while both vehicles traveled northbound. Following too closely caused the impact. No one was ejected.

According to the police report, a 2015 Nissan SUV rear-ended a sedan on the Bronx River Parkway while both vehicles were traveling northbound. The SUV's driver was licensed in New York. The crash injured the SUV driver, 50, and a front-seat passenger, 39, both sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end with its center front end. Neither occupant was ejected. The injuries were serious but non-fatal. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4594750 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist at Castle Hill

A sedan hit a 15-year-old boy riding north on Westchester Avenue. The crash left the teen with injuries to his knee, leg, and foot. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Westchester Avenue struck a northbound bicycle at Castle Hill Avenue. The bicyclist, a 15-year-old boy, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. The report does not state if the cyclist wore safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4593180 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sedan Hits Parked SUV, Passenger Injured

A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the sedan suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injury. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. Airbag deployed for the injured occupant.

According to the police report, a 2022 sedan traveling south on Zerega Avenue collided with a parked 2009 SUV, impacting the SUV's left rear quarter panel. The sedan's front bumper was damaged. The sedan carried three occupants; the front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The airbag deployed for this occupant. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The injured passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The collision involved a moving vehicle striking a stationary one, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable occupant inside the sedan.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4592834 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
2
Two SUVs Collide on Bronx Westchester Avenue

Two SUVs crashed head-on early morning on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers, men aged 41, suffered bruises and leg injuries. Slippery pavement and other vehicular factors contributed. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 12:09 a.m. Both drivers, 41-year-old men, were injured but conscious. The driver of the Chevrolet SUV suffered hip and upper leg contusions, while the passenger in the Ford SUV had bruises to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both drivers were going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. Both occupants were restrained by lap belts and were not ejected. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4592321 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sedan U-Turn Hits Bus on Elder Avenue

A sedan making a U-turn struck a bus traveling east on Elder Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and aggressive driving as factors. The bus driver was licensed and going straight.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Elder Avenue attempted a U-turn and collided with a bus moving east. The sedan driver, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unsafe speed and aggressive driving/road rage as contributing factors for the sedan driver. The bus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the front end of the sedan and the left side doors of the bus. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4593475 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Bus Hits 62-Year-Old Pedestrian Bronx

A bus struck a 62-year-old woman in the Bronx. She suffered bruises and upper arm injuries. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian was confused in the roadway. No vehicle damage was reported. The victim remained conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a 62-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a bus traveling north on Hermany Avenue struck her. The pedestrian suffered contusions and upper arm injuries but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. It also notes pedestrian confusion or error in the roadway. The bus showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and pedestrian confusion in roadways.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4591682 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Taxi Slams Parked Sedan on Stratford Avenue

A taxi struck a parked sedan on Stratford Avenue. The crash injured a 21-year-old female passenger in the taxi. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Neck hurt. Streets unforgiving.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Stratford Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The impact hit the sedan's left rear bumper and damaged the taxi's left side doors. A 21-year-old woman riding in the taxi's front middle seat suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a passenger hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4591132 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
8-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Bronx Road

An 8-year-old girl was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on White Plains Road in the Bronx. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg. The SUV was traveling north, continuing straight. The child was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, an 8-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The child sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle involved was a Station Wagon/SUV traveling north, going straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. The child was conscious after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The report does not indicate any driver license or occupant details.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4589775 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Bolton Avenue

A sedan backed unsafely on Bolton Avenue, striking a 52-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg. The driver was inexperienced. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Bolton Avenue backed unsafely and struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. This crash underscores the danger posed by unsafe backing and inexperienced drivers in city intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4590762 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
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Taxi Slams Sedan, Five Hurt on Bruckner

Taxi rear-ends sedan on Bruckner Expressway. Five inside sedan, including three children, suffer head injuries and whiplash. Taxi driver followed too closely. Impact crushes front and rear ends.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Bruckner Expressway struck the rear of a sedan moving in the same direction. The taxi hit the sedan's center back end with its center front. Five sedan occupants, including children aged 5, 10, and 12, sustained head injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and properly restrained. The taxi driver, licensed and male, was cited for "Following Too Closely." This driver error is the only contributing factor listed. Both vehicles suffered damage at the points of impact. No other errors or victim factors were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4590019 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Rosedale Ave

A pedestrian was hit crossing Rosedale Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, distracted, failed to notice her. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The impact came from the SUV’s front center. She remained conscious.

According to the police report, a pedestrian crossing Rosedale Avenue in the Bronx was struck by a 2014 Nissan SUV traveling east. The pedestrian, a female, sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to pay adequate attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal or crosswalk.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4587829 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14