Crash Count for Precinct 43
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,342
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,463
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 8, 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

SUVs Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway

Two SUVs crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 3:30 a.m. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered a fractured, dislocated face injury. The crash involved passing too closely. The injured occupant remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The crash occurred at 3:30 a.m. One vehicle was parked before the crash. A 26-year-old male front passenger was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated face injury. He was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The injured person was a passenger, not a driver. The vehicles involved were both SUVs, one registered in Florida and the other with no registration data. The point of impact was the center front end of the parked SUV.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4500700 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
E-Scooter Rider Ejected in Bronx Crash

An 18-year-old male e-scooter driver was ejected and injured after colliding with a dump truck making a right turn on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The rider suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. The truck showed no damage.

According to the police report, an 18-year-old male operating an e-scooter was injured when he collided with a 2015 Ford dump truck making a right turn on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained a fractured hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3. The dump truck, driven by a licensed male driver, showed no damage and was impacted on its right rear quarter panel. The e-scooter driver was unlicensed. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, only unspecified factors for the injured rider. The collision occurred with the e-scooter traveling north and the truck traveling east.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4499109 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Cars

In the Bronx, an SUV driver fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. The impact damaged the left front bumper and side doors. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was injured and incoherent but not ejected. The crash exposed dangers of driver fatigue.

According to the police report, a 61-year-old male driver in the Bronx fell asleep while driving westbound in a 2019 SUV. The vehicle struck two parked cars, damaging the left front bumper and left side doors. The driver was injured and incoherent but remained inside the vehicle, secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash highlights the risks of driver fatigue leading to collisions with stationary vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4498030 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Westchester Avenue

A 65-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The impact caused a head injury and concussion. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously hurt.

According to the police report, a 65-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2005 SUV traveling west on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was not at a crosswalk or signal at the time of the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4496987 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Carry All On Cross Bronx Expy

A pick-up truck slammed into the back of a carry all on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The carry all driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash happened at 10 a.m. The pick-up truck driver was following too closely.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Cross Bronx Expressway rear-ended a carry all also traveling east. The carry all driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and injuries to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the pick-up truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The pick-up truck was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused front-end damage to both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4495998 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
E-Bike Rider Dies in Bronx Head-On Crash

A 62-year-old man rode his e-bike west on Westchester Avenue. He struck something head-on. Thrown from the bike, his head hit the pavement. He died alone in the Bronx night. No other injuries reported. The street stayed silent.

A 62-year-old man was killed while riding a Fly E-Bike westbound on Westchester Avenue near Boynton Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. He struck an object head-on and was ejected from the bike, suffering fatal head injuries. The report states, 'He died there, alone in the cold and dark.' No other injuries were reported. The police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The data notes the rider was unhelmeted and unlicensed, but no driver errors or external causes were identified in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4494526 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Motorcycle Hits Stopped Bus on Sheridan Expressway

A motorcycle struck a stopped bus on Sheridan Expressway. The rider, 38, was thrown from his seat. His helmet could not save him. He died on the cold pavement. The crash left the bus and its passengers shaken but unhurt.

A deadly crash unfolded on the northbound Sheridan Expressway. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped bus. The 38-year-old rider, helmeted, was ejected and suffered fatal head injuries. The bus, carrying several passengers, was stopped in traffic at the time. No injuries were reported among the bus occupants. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but the force of the impact proved fatal. The data shows no errors or contributing factors for the bus driver. The system failed the vulnerable road user. The morning ended in loss.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4494538 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal on Castle Hill

A 36-year-old man was struck by a sedan turning right on Castle Hill Avenue. He was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Castle Hill Avenue struck a 36-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way was cited as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was at an intersection and had the right-of-way when the collision occurred. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers not yielding to pedestrians legally crossing streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4494045 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx River Parkway Crash

A 74-year-old man driving an SUV on Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash. The vehicle merged at unsafe speed and struck an object with its left front bumper. The driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 74-year-old male driver operating a 2002 Toyota SUV on Bronx River Parkway was injured when his vehicle, traveling north and merging, impacted with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected but sustained neck injuries and was semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. The driver held a valid New York license. No other persons or vehicles were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4491223 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15